Drone Photography

It’s best to go straight to the website of the Sri Lankan Civil Aviation Authority (from whom permission must be obtained) to gain the latest information as it has changed recently.

The introduction is here

An information pamphlet is here

Information on where you can use your drone without CAA approval is here

As a tourist can I bring my personal drone?

The importing of a drone is liable to arouse the concern of customs officials. However, if you are bringing it in solely for amateur use and your own amusement, and will be taking it out at the end of your holiday, and you exit customs through the Green Channel, you should not have a problem. If you are worried, best to check with Sri Lanka customs before your visit with drone details and your reasons for using it and keep a copy of whatever answer you get so you can show you have followed the correct procedure.

Sri Lankan Civil Aviation Authority contact details

Office of the Chief of Defence Staff

Block No.5, BMICH. Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07

Telephone: +94 11 2674503; +94 11 2674506

Fax: +94 11 2 674507 (Fax is the preferred mode of communication at present)

Email: ocds.drone@gmail.com

Important links

Drone Operation information from Civil Aviation Authority

A Basic Guide To Drones: What You Should Know, Article from ReadMe.lk

Last Modified: April 16, 2024