South Africa - Apply for Drone Filming Permit or License

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Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. To Apply for Drone Filming Permit or License, the applicant has to approach the CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further.
10. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. Once the applicant has received the permit, ensure that the applicant complies with all the rules and conditions outlined in the permit, such as safety requirements, flight restrictions, and environmental regulations.
12. This entire process can be completed within 3- 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Proof of insurance
• Risk assessment
• Passport-size photographs
• Flight plan
• Address proof
• Fee receipt
• National identity card
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY – SOUTH AFRICA
Midrand Office
khaya Lokundiza, Building 16
Treur Close, Waterfall Park
Bekker Street, Midrand
Tel: 0860 267 435
E-mail: [email protected]
International Tel: +27 860 267 435

Postal Address:
Private Bag X 73, Halfway House 1685
Southern Region Office
North Wing, 2nd Floor
Oval Business Park
Freight Road
Cape Town International Airport 7525
Contact Centre: 0860 267 435
Tel: 021 – 934 4744
Fax: 021 – 934 1326

Postal Address
PO Box 174, Cape Town International Airport 7525
Midrand office link
Southern Region Office link

Eligibility

• Any individual qualified in drone who intends to Apply for Drone Filming Permit or License is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 3- 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Contact number
• Age
• Gender
• Nationality
• Identity number
• Risk assessment
• Plan
• Email ID
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A drone filming permit or license in South Africa is a document that authorizes the holder to operate a drone or Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) for filming or photography purposes. The permit is issued by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA

Information which might help

• It also outlines the safety and operational requirements that must be met, including the qualifications and experience of the drone operator, the maximum altitude and distance the drone can be flown, and any flight restrictions or no-fly zones in the area. Failure to obtain a drone filming permit or comply with its terms and conditions can result in fines, legal action, and potential safety risks.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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