Check2FlyEuropean drone flight rules at a glance

Western Europe

Luxembourg

Luxembourg applies the common EASA rules, but flight practice relies on the DAC portal, registration via MyGuichet and checking geo-zones in Geoportail before each flight. In practice, before take-off you must confirm not only the open category conditions but also access to the geographical zones, local formalities and the new national rules in force since the end of 2025.

Altitude: 120 m AGLRegistration: May be required depending on the operation or aircraft.

Flight rules

Quick overview for this country

This is a short overview of the most important requirements. Always confirm details and exceptions in official sources.

Registration requiredYes, depending on the operation or equipment.

Training requiredYes, often needed for compliance in the open category.

Maximum altitude120 m AGL

Camera / registration noteOperator registration is required for drones over 250 g and for drones under 250 g with a camera or another sensor that collects personal data. As of 7 January 2026, the DAC also states that in the open category a minor operator from the age of 14 can be registered. Registration and renewal cost EUR 10, are handled via MyGuichet and remain valid for 1 year.

Local points to double-check

Do not fly higher than 120 m above the ground, keep VLOS and do not fly over gatherings of people.
Many operations in the open category require an A1/A3 certificate; subcategory A2 requires additional A2 training and an exam, and in Luxembourg registration for the A2 exam costs EUR 45.
As of 7 January 2026, a new national framework applies, which complements the EASA rules and also provides for criminal sanctions for violations.
Before each flight you must check Geoportail, because only the geographical zones published by the DAC are legally binding and may differ from the drone manufacturer's maps.
For drones with a geo-awareness system, especially classes C1–C3, the DAC also publishes a JSON file to upload to the drone; it must be re-downloaded before each flight to have the current zone data.
The DAC states that the operator should have valid insurance covering drone operations; it is treated as a mandatory element of flight preparation in Luxembourg.
As of 14 January 2026, a standard scenario STS declaration costs EUR 30, and fees also apply to applications for authorisations in the specific category.
If a flight does not meet the conditions of the open category - e.g. it involves BVLOS, cleaning, spraying or another higher risk profile - the operation moves to the specific category and requires an operational authorisation or an STS/PDRA/SORA declaration in accordance with the DAC. An operator from another Member State submits a cross-border operation request in Luxembourg.

Pre-flight checklist

Check everything before takeoff

Tick off the steps to verify the most important points before the flight.

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Step 1Check whether the operator must be registered via MyGuichet and whether the operator number is correctly assigned to the drone; remember the 1-year validity and the EUR 10 fee for registration or renewal.Step 2Confirm the required pilot competency: A1/A3 for many flights in the open category and A2 if the planned operation is to be carried out in subcategory A2; the A2 exam at the DAC costs EUR 45.Step 3Before take-off, verify Geoportail and the DAC zones, because only these restrictions are legally binding.Step 4If the drone supports geo-awareness, download the current DAC zones JSON file and upload it before the flight.Step 5Make sure the operator has appropriate insurance and that the flight falls within the appropriate subcategory of the open category.Step 6If the flight does not fall within the open category, prepare the appropriate process for the specific category, including STS, PDRA/SORA, a cross-border operation or an application for authorisation to the DAC.

Official sources

Where to confirm current information

Open the authority or official flight map to confirm zones and current restrictions.

Authority websiteDirection de l'Aviation CivileOpen source Flight mapGeoportail / DAC UAS ZonesOpen source

Information sources

DAC: drones - main page DAC: operator registration DAC: szkolenie i egzaminy DAC FAQ: zasady open, VLOS, 120 m DAC: procedury UAS i Geoportail DAC: nowe ramy krajowe 2026 DAC: UAS geographical zones

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Check2Fly provides a simplified overview and does not replace official aviation regulations or current airspace data. Always verify local restrictions in official sources before flying.