Authority
LBA delivers authorisations, DFS publishes zones via DIPUL.
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EU 2019/947 LBA / DFS
Drone Regulation in Germany — 2026 Guide
Germany applies EU 2019/947 under LBA (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt) and DFS (Deutsche Flugsicherung). UAS zones are published on DIPUL and natively integrated into Drone Maps.
Regulatory overview
Germany decentralises some authorisations to the Länder. Naturschutzgebiete (protected natural areas) and hunting zones impose extra restrictions.
Open
Same EU framework. A3: no fly within 150 m of residential, commercial or industrial areas.
Specific
LBA authorisation required.
German specifics
Naturschutzgebiete, federal waterways, military sites, prisons, hospitals, highways all forbidden.
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France
Regulatory authority
Luftfahrt-Bundesamt / Deutsche Flugsicherung
Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile
Registration portal
LBA UAS-Register
AlphaTango
NOTAM / ATC source
DFS DIPUL
SIA France
Default altitude ceiling
120 m AGL (EU 2019/947)
120 m AGL (EU 2019/947)
Mandatory registration
From 250 g or with a camera
From 250 g or with a camera
A1/A3 training
Required (EASA online test)
Required (EASA online test)
Same EU 2019/947 framework
Both countries apply the European regulation. Open (A1/A2/A3), Specific and Certified categories mutually recognised (EASA mutual recognition).