Drone Laws Albania

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Drone laws in Albania – Travel with a drone

Albania – a land of contrasts. Emerald bays along the Riviera, rugged mountain peaks in the Albanian Alps, and winding old towns like Gjirokastra or Berat tell stories of a turbulent history. If you want to document the uniqueness of the country from the air, you must follow its regulations. What you need to know is explained in this article.

First, we have good news for you: In 2022, Albania adopted the European EASA regulations through two ministerial orders (No. 114 and 143). This means your qualifications and registration from Germany / Austria / Switzerland are recognized. You don’t need to take any further steps and can fly your drone in Albania under the same conditions.

Aerial drone view of the Valbona valley and a dry river in summer in Albania (Photo: depositphoto.com)

Overview of the European rules that apply in Albania

In Albania, the regulations of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) apply. The following is a summary of the key facts. For a complete overview, read our article on the new EU drone regulation.

Is registration necessary? Registration is mandatory for all drone operators, unless the drone weighs less than 250 grams and is NOT equipped with sensors to collect personal data (e.g. camera, microphone). Drones that fall under the EU Toys Directive are also exempt. The registration is recognized in all countries that have also introduced the EU Drone Regulation.
LabelsAll drones must be visibly marked with the individual registration number (e-ID). If available, the number must also be loaded into the drones remote identification system. More info on drone badges
Drone licence:Depending on the category, pilots must take exams to obtain the EU drone licence. These are recognised in all countries that have also introduced the EU Drone Regulation.
Differentiation by category: Open Category (with three subcategories), Specific Category and Certified Category; no distinction between private and commercial pilots.
Maximum Altitude:120 Meter in uncontrolled airspace in Open Category.
Keep distance to airports
Respect the privacy of other people

National peculiarities in Albania

Each country can define certain aspects of its drone regulations. For Albania, the following requirements apply in addition to the European regulations.

Is drone insurance mandatory? No. Learn more about drone insurance here.
Minimum age for remote pilots16 years
Contact information

[email protected]

Resources:Civil Aviation Authority
interactive map (not official)

In addition to the European regulations, we are not aware of any further restrictions.

Even though we are not aware of defined geographic UAS zones, please follow standard procedures and consider safety distances to airports, for example.

The historical ruins of the Rozafa castle in Albania from a drone perspective (Photo: depositphoto.com)

An unofficial, interactive map with special airspaces can be found under the helpful links. Several large areas are displayed there. Feel free to read the detailed explanations of each zone, as not all airspaces start at ground level and are relevant for drone flights (up to 120 meters). For example, the outer area of the control zone around Tirana Airport starts only at an altitude of 2,500 feet (762 meters).

The drone rules for Albania listed here have been researched to the best of our knowledge. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information. If you want to be sure, contact the Albanian aviation authority. Alternatively, you can also contact the Albanian embassy in your home country for more information about the regulations. Feel free to leave us a comment if you learn anything new and/or have your own experiences flying a drone in Albania!

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Since January 2015, we travel around the world. In our backpack we carry a camera drone which we use to capture the best places from a bird’s perspective. First we travelled with a DJI Phantom 2. But now we use several drones like the DJI Phantom 4 Pro+ or the DJI Mini 3 Pro. On our blog we share the best tips for you about travelling with a drone. If you have questions about this article or new information, don’t hesitate to leave us a comment!

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