Drone operations are not regulated in Cambodia according to SCCA. Use the ICAO’s recommendations. Official links and Cambodia Drone Laws explained for residents and visitors, hobbyists, recreational, commercial drone flyers.
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Hobbyist Drone Laws For Residents of Cambodia
Drone Operations in Cambodia are currently regulated.
- Hobbyist drone flights are uncertain in Cambodia
- Hobbyist Cambodia drone pilot license is unknown
- Hobbyist Drone registration is uncertain in Cambodia for hobbyists
- Drone Remote ID is not required in Cambodia for hobbyists
- Drone Insurance is uncertain for hobbyists’ drone operations in Cambodia
Read below for more details on Hobbyist Drone Laws in Cambodia and to find links to regulators and other credible sources!
Agencies Responsible for regulating drones in the Kingdom of Cambodia
UAS Laws – General rules for flying drones in Cambodia
The Cambodian agency responsible for drone safety, SCCA, has not codified drone use regulations in Cambodia. Go to the link above to check for recent updates.
Are drones allowed in Cambodia?
Can you fly a drone in Cambodia? Maybe. According to SCCA, Drone operations are not regulated in Cambodia. Use the ICAO’s recommendations. Read on for more details.
Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Cambodia:
Absent explicit regulations, we suggest you contact the SCCA and follow the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) recommendations (ICAO UAS Toolkit):
- You should always consult your local Civil Aviation Authority since drone guidelines and regulations differ from country to country.
- If the drone weighs more than 25 kg (55 lbs), most States require you to obtain a permit before operating it.
- If you are paid to use the drone or if you use it for research, most States require you to obtain a permit before operating it.
- Keep your drone within eyesight at all times.
- Read the users manual thoroughly before operating your drone.
- Check your drone before each flight
- Don’t fly within 50 meters (55 yards) of or over people, property, or vehicles.
- Don’t fly more than 150 meters (490 feet) from the ground
- Don’t fly near an airport. Stay at least 8km (5 miles) away.
- Always remember that you are now a remote pilot and are responsible for flying safely and avoiding collisions.
Notes for recreational drone pilots flying for fun Cambodia
See general rules above.
Commercial Drone Laws For Residents of Cambodia
Drone Operations in Cambodia are currently not regulated.
- Commercial drone flights are uncertain in Cambodia
- Commercial Cambodia drone pilot license is unknown
- Commercial Drone registration is uncertain in Cambodia for commercial drone operators
- Drone Remote ID is not required in Cambodia for Commercial Drone Operators
- Drone Insurance is uncertain for commercial drone operations in Cambodia
Read below for more details on Commercial Drone Laws in Cambodia and to find links to regulators and other credible sources!
Notes for operating Commercial Drone Services in Cambodia
See general rules above.
Drone Laws For Visitors To Cambodia
Drone Operations in Cambodia are currently not regulated.
- Foreign visitor drone flights are not allowed in Cambodia
- Foreign visitor drone pilot license is not applicable
- Drone registration is not applicable in Cambodia for visitors/tourists
- Drone Remote ID is not applicable in Cambodia for tourists
- Drone Insurance is not applicable for tourist drone operations in Cambodia
Read below for more details on Drone Laws in Cambodia for Visitors (Tourists) and to find links to regulators and other credible sources!
Foreign Operators
See notes above
Useful published information on flying drones in Cambodia
Here is a sample of what you might expect if you follow the drone laws and fly in Cambodia…
Authoritative Sources of Information on Cambodia
We will attempt to keep an updated list of online authoritative links to regulators and other official websites here:
- Drone Regulator Website: Department of Civil Aviation (DCA)
- Link To SUAS Laws: N/A
- No Fly Zone Maps/Locations: N/A
- UAV Registration Site: Private DCA Drone Registration Form 21 and Commercial Drone Registration Form DCA Form 21A
- Drone Operator Licensing Site: N/A
- Others: N/A
Phil Says: ‘ This page is about the Regulation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS), Small UAS, Remote Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS), unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), and drone are interchangeable terms unless specified. Model Aircraft, toy, remote-controlled, and RC aircraft may be covered by the same regulations unless specified.’
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