Flying Drones in Curaçao
Registration Requirements & Operational Guidelines
The operation of drones in Curaçao is permitted in accordance with national aviation and telecommunications regulations. All drone owners and operators must comply with the requirements established by the Curaçao Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) and the Regulatory Authority Curaçao (RAC).
Drone activities are regulated to ensure aviation safety, public security, and proper management of Curaçao’s airspace and radio frequencies.
Curaçao Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA)
Drone Registration & Operational Authorization
Mandatory Registration
All drones must be registered with the Curaçao Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA) prior to being operated in Curaçao.
Current ministerial policy provides no exemptions based on drone weight or size. All drones, regardless of type, model, or technical specifications, must be registered.
Operating a drone without CCAA approval is not permitted.
Maximum Altitude & Flight Restrictions
Drone operations are permitted up to a maximum altitude of:
120 meters (400 feet) above ground level
Operations that:
- Exceed 120 meters (400 feet), or
- Take place within designated no-fly or restricted areas
require prior written authorization from the CCAA.
View Curaçao’s Drone Flight Guidelines and Designated No-Flying Zones.
Special Flight Permissions
Operators requiring authorization for restricted areas or higher altitudes must submit a formal request to the CCAA.
For special flight permits, please contact:
Mr. Michael Llanes
✉ drones.ccaa@gobiernu.cw
CCAA Registration Procedure
Drone operators must complete the official CCAA Drone Registration Form:
Submission Requirements
Completed applications must be submitted by email to:
Applications must include:
- A completed and signed CCAA Drone Registration Form
- A copy of a valid photo identification document (e.g., passport)
Approval must be obtained prior to operating the drone within Curaçao.
Regulatory Authority Curaçao (RAC)
Frequency Authorization & Import Approval
In addition to CCAA registration, all drone owners and operators must obtain authorization from the Regulatory Authority Curaçao (RAC).
RAC is responsible for:
- Approving the radio frequencies used by the drone and its controller
- Authorizing the importation (admission) of drone equipment into Curaçao
- Ensuring compliance with national telecommunications regulations
For detailed procedures, please visit:
https://rac.cw/sectors/telecommunications/drone-registration
RAC Contact Information:
Entry & Operational Conditions
Drones may not be imported into Curaçao, nor operated on the island, without:
- Approved registration from the Curaçao Civil Aviation Authority (CCAA), and
- Approved frequency and import authorization from the Regulatory Authority Curaçao (RAC).
Both approvals are mandatory prior to entry and operation.
Once approvals have been granted, documentation may be presented to Customs to facilitate clearance at:
- The airport
- The cruise terminal
- Freight forwarding companies
This coordinated registration framework was established in collaboration with:
- Ministry of Traffic, Transport and Urban Planning
- Curaçao Civil Aviation Authority
- Regulatory Authority Curaçao
- Curaçao Customs
The Curaçao Civil Aviation Authority remains committed to the safe and responsible integration of drone operations within Curaçao’s airspace, promoting aviation safety and regulatory compliance.
