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Drone Permission Process in Nepal

A clear, step-by-step guide to registering your drone and obtaining official flight permission from Nepali authorities.

1. Drone Registration
2. Authority Approvals
3. Security Clearance
4. Flight Permission
1

Drone Registration

📍 CAAN (Nepal)⏱ 1–2 weeks

Register your drone with the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN). All drones (Category A and above) must be registered before their first flight.

Required Documents

  • Manufacturer's invoice or purchase receipt
  • Drone serial number and specification sheet
  • Passport-size photo of the owner
  • Citizenship certificate copy
  • Completed CAAN registration form
2

Authority Approvals

📍 Ministry / Local Govt⏱ 1–3 weeks

Depending on where you intend to fly, additional approvals may be required from the Ministry of Home Affairs, local District Administration Office, or municipal authorities.

Required Documents

  • Letter of intent stating purpose of flight
  • Planned flight area and coordinates
  • Duration and dates of operations
  • Proof of drone registration from CAAN
  • Organisation letter (for commercial ops)
3

Security Clearance

📍 Ministry of Home Affairs⏱ 2–4 weeks

Security clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs (Griha Mantralaya) is required for Category C and D drone operations and for any operations near sensitive areas.

Required Documents

  • Application to Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Citizenship certificate / passport
  • Background verification documents
  • Purpose of drone use clearly stated
  • No Objection Certificate from local authority
4

Flight Permission

📍 CAAN⏱ 1–2 weeks

Submit your final flight permission application to CAAN with all supporting documents. Once approved, you receive an official flight permission letter valid for the specified period.

Required Documents

  • CAAN flight permission application form
  • Approved registration certificate
  • Proof of security clearance (if required)
  • Detailed flight plan (GPS coordinates)
  • Pilot credentials and emergency plan

Important Notes

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Start Early

The full process can take 4–8 weeks. Start well before your planned flight date.

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Contact CAAN Directly

Requirements can change. Always call or visit CAAN Kathmandu to confirm the latest process.

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Permission Renewal

Flight permissions are time-limited. You must reapply for new operations or after expiry.

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Commercial vs Recreational

Commercial operations require additional documentation and stricter scrutiny than recreational flying.

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