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Drone Laws in Cambodia

Summary of Drone Laws in Cambodia

Hobbyist Drone Laws For Residents of Cambodia

Drone Operations in Cambodia are currently not regulated.


  • Hobbyist drone flights are uncertain in Cambodia
  • Hobbyist Cambodia drone pilot license is unknown
  • Hobbyist Drone registration is uncertain in Cambodia for hobbyists
  • Drone Remote ID is not required in Cambodia for hobbyists
  • Drone Insurance is uncertain for hobbyists’ drone operations in Cambodia

Read below for more details on Hobbyist Drone Laws in Cambodia and to find links to regulators and other credible sources!

Commercial Drone Laws For Residents of Cambodia

Drone Operations in Cambodia are currently not regulated.


  • Commercial drone flights are uncertain in Cambodia
  • Commercial Cambodia drone pilot license is unknown
  • Commercial Drone registration is uncertain in Cambodia for commercial drone operators
  • Drone Remote ID is not required in Cambodia for Commercial Drone Operators
  • Drone Insurance is uncertain for commercial drone operations in Cambodia

Read below for more details on Commercial Drone Laws in Cambodia and to find links to regulators and other credible sources!

Drone Laws For Visitors To Cambodia

Drone Operations in Cambodia are currently not regulated.


  • Foreign visitor drone flights are not allowed in Cambodia
  • Foreign visitor drone pilot license is not applicable
  • Drone registration is not applicable in Cambodia for visitors/tourists
  • Drone Remote ID is not applicable in Cambodia for tourists
  • Drone Insurance is not applicable for tourist drone operations in Cambodia

Read below for more details on Drone Laws in Cambodia for Visitors (Tourists) and to find links to regulators and other credible sources!

Drone Laws For Government Drone Operators in Cambodia

Drone Operations in Cambodia are currently not regulated.


  • Government drone flights are allowed in Cambodia
  • Government drone pilot license is not required
  • Drone registration is required in Cambodia for Government operations
  • Drone Remote ID is not required in Cambodia for Government operations
  • Drone Insurance is not required for Government drone operations in Cambodia

Read below for more details on Drone Laws in Cambodia for Government Drone Operations and to find links to regulators and other credible sources!

Agencies Responsible for regulating drones in the Kingdom of Cambodia

State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SCCA)


UAS Laws – General rules for flying drones in Cambodia

The Cambodian agency responsible for drone safety, SCCA, has not codified drone use regulations in Cambodia. Go to the link above to check for recent updates.

Are drones allowed in Cambodia?

According to SCCA, Drone operations are not regulated in Cambodia. Use the ICAO’s recommendations. Read on for more details.

Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Cambodia:

Absent explicit regulations, we suggest you contact the SCCA and follow the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) recommendations (ICAO UAS Toolkit):

  1. You should always consult your local Civil Aviation Authority since drone guidelines and regulations differ from country to country.
  2. If the drone weighs more than 25 kg (55 lbs), most States require you to obtain a permit before operating it.
  3. If you are paid to use the drone or if you use it for research, most States require you to obtain a permit before operating it.
  4. Keep your drone within eyesight at all times.
  5. Read the users manual thoroughly before operating your drone.
  6. Check your drone before each flight
  7. Don’t fly within 50 meters (55 yards) of or over people, property, or vehicles.
  8. Don’t fly more than 150 meters (490 feet) from the ground
  9. Don’t fly near an airport. Stay at least 8km (5 miles) away.
  10. Always remember that you are now a remote pilot and are responsible for flying safely and avoiding collisions.

Notes for recreational drone pilots flying for fun in Cambodia

See the general rules above.


Notes for operating Commercial Drone Services in Cambodia

See the general rules above.


Useful published information on flying drones in Cambodia

Here is a sample of what you might expect if you follow the drone laws and fly in Cambodia…


Authoritative Sources of Information on Cambodia Drone Laws

We will attempt to keep an updated list of online authoritative links to regulators and other official websites here:



NOTE: This page is about the Regulation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS), Small UAS, Remote Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS), unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), and drone are interchangeable terms unless specified. Model Aircraft, toy, remote-controlled, and RC aircraft may be covered by the same regulations unless specified.


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One response to “Drone Laws in Cambodia”

  1. toby

    thanks abt this. im trying to buy a drone in cambodia. so one off my checklist. now i need to use simulators, or watch a 15 minute video abt not crashing and all (mabye) i will try to use this website next time if im going to vacation in another province in cambodia or different country. so thanks a lot. 🙂

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  1. thanks abt this. im trying to buy a drone in cambodia. so one off my checklist. now i need to use simulators, or watch a 15 minute video abt not crashing and all (mabye) i will try to use this website next time if im going to vacation in another province in cambodia or different country. so thanks a lot. 🙂

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