How do I register my drone?

You have to register your drone if it has a camera or weighs 250g or more. That way, you meet the requirements of the EU Drone Regulation. The goal of registration is to ensure safety in airspace and the protection of privacy. You can find more information on the LBA website.

Follow the steps below to register your drone.

1. Go to the LBA website and register

2. Pay the fee

3. Receive an electronic registration number

4. Attach the registration number

Go to the LBA website and open the drone registration section. It'll ask you to register with your personal details. Please note that the minimum age for registration is 16 years. You also need a valid e-mail address.

Registration currently costs € 20, which you pay right away when you register. This is a one-time fee that's valid for multiple years.

Once your registration with the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt is completed, you'll receive an electronic registration number. This number is used to identify your drones and links them to your user account. Registration can take up to 2 weeks, so allow this time before you send your drone into the air. This is important, because it's used to clearly identify your drone in case of an inspection or an accident.

As soon as you receive the registration number, place it on your drone in a clearly visible spot. It's best to use a small, weatherproof sticker to make sure the number is permanent. This number allows you to operate multiple drones under the same user account. Just make sure that each drone clearly shows the number. That way, you can take off safely and in line with the rules.