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Can you fly your drone in Chile?

Whether you can fly depends on your drone, your registration and exactly where you fly. Here is what applies: key rules, no-fly zones and the official sources, in one place.

Regulator

DGAC Chile

Framework

DAN 91 (unpopulated areas) + DAN 151 (populated areas/commercial)

Pilot credential

RPAS Credential

KEY RULES

  1. DAN 91.102(j): without DGAC authorization, only drones of up to 750 g made of expanded polyethylene or equivalent material, for private or recreational use, may fly, in private places and no more than 50 m above the tallest obstacle or building. Any other flight requires prior DGAC authorization.
  2. DAN 151 (populated areas, public interest or aerial work): applies to drones of any weight (max. 9 kg) and requires DGAC registration, a remote pilot credential, insurance, an AOC or CEO and an operating authorization.
  3. DAN 151: the drone must carry an emergency parachute during operation and be able to be controlled manually (max. 9 kg excluding the parachute).
  4. The general limit is 400 feet (120 m) AGL — flying above it requires prior DGAC authorization (DAN 151 Ed. 3, in force since May 2024). The current DAN 91 expresses the same limit as '400 feet (130 meters)'.
  5. No flying within 2 km of the extended runway centerline (measured from the threshold) or within 1 km parallel to the runway centerline of an aerodrome.
  6. No drone operations in areas where a fire is being fought with manned aircraft (DAN 91.102(i)(11) and DAN 151.103(g)(14)).
  7. Maximum distance of 500 m from the operator (maintain direct visual contact)
  8. You must keep direct visual contact with the drone at all times to direct its flight.
  9. Night flights require specific authorization from the DGAC
  10. DGAC registration (DAN 151.203): manufacturer/country, make, model, serial number and factory weight, with a copy of your identity card; the application is made on the DGAC web platform (since August 2026). Maximum takeoff weight 9 kg.
  11. Remote pilot credential: at least 18 years old, training declaration and written exam (minimum 75%) on DAN 151, DAN 91, NOTAM, meteorology and aerodynamics; valid for 36 months.
  12. Third-party liability insurance (JAC-authorized) required for professional use

No-fly zones and restrictions

Current NOTAM data in the app · rules & checklists
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a licence or certificate to fly a drone in Chile?

In Chile, the credential to know about is the RPAS Credential. Whether you need it depends on your drone's weight and how you fly — DGAC Chile runs the scheme, and the official sources below spell out exactly when it applies.

Can I fly a drone as a tourist or foreign visitor in Chile?

Mostly no. Only a recreational foam drone up to 750 g, on private land max 50 m above the highest obstacle or building, needs no DGAC permit, visitors included. Anything else needs prior DGAC approval, even in unpopulated areas; populated areas also require registration (Chilean ID or RUT), a credential and insurance. No tourist flights in protected areas. Rules for foreign pilots can change, so always double-check with DGAC Chile before you travel, and see the official sources below.

What are the most important drone rules in Chile?

The short version: DAN 91.102(j): without DGAC authorization, only drones of up to 750 g made of expanded polyethylene or equivalent material, for private or recreational use, may fly, in private places and no more than 50 m above the tallest obstacle or building. Any other flight requires prior DGAC authorization. On top of that: DAN 151 (populated areas, public interest or aerial work): applies to drones of any weight (max. 9 kg) and requires DGAC registration, a remote pilot credential, insurance, an AOC or CEO and an operating authorization. Also: DAN 151: the drone must carry an emergency parachute during operation and be able to be controlled manually (max. 9 kg excluding the parachute). These are central aviation rules — location-specific airspace, land, nature, privacy and photography requirements can also apply in Chile, so always check the official sources.

Where am I not allowed to fly a drone in Chile?

What you need to avoid are the restricted zones — typically around airports, prisons, military areas and protected nature areas. You'll find the official map for Chile under Sources below, and the DroneKoll app shows current NOTAMs (temporary airspace restrictions) for Chile.

Who regulates drone flying in Chile?

Drone flying in Chile is regulated by DGAC Chile, which handles both the rules and the airspace. Their official pages are linked under Sources below — that is where changes appear first.

Good to know

OFFICIAL SOURCES

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Always check the DGAC’s official sources before flying. This page is a guide — not a legal authority. Chile applies DAN 91 (unpopulated areas) and DAN 151 (populated areas)—the applicable regulations depend on the location and purpose of the flight.

The app

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