Can you fly your drone in Ukraine?

In Ukraine, the credential to know about is Drone Pilot Certificate. Whether you need it depends on your drone's weight and how you fly — Державна авіаційна служба України runs the scheme, and the official sources below spell out exactly when it applies.

No — do not plan to fly. Ukraine's airspace has been closed to civilian flights since February 2022, and martial law, extended to 31 October 2026, bans civilian drone flying without military authorization; an unidentified drone risks being engaged by air defence. Bringing a drone across the border is not banned as such, but expect scrutiny — and you cannot legally fly it as a visitor. Rules for foreign pilots can change, so always double-check with Державна авіаційна служба України before you travel, and see the official sources below.

The short version: In Ukraine, during martial law, the civilian use of drones is prohibited—flights without military authorization are illegal. On top of that: An unidentified drone may be perceived as a threat. There is a real danger to life and safety—do not fly. Also: GPS and GNSS systems are experiencing disruptions nationwide. Never rely on satellite positioning. These are central aviation rules — location-specific airspace, land, nature, privacy and photography requirements can also apply in Ukraine, so always check the official sources.

What you need to avoid are the restricted zones — typically around airports, prisons, military areas and protected nature. You'll find the official map for Ukraine under Sources below, and the DroneKoll app keeps the country's rules, weather and checklists in one place before you fly.

Drone flying in Ukraine is regulated by Державна авіаційна служба України. The airspace itself is managed by UkSATSE. You will find both organisations' official pages under Sources below — those are the links worth bookmarking.