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Consumer Drone → Canada

Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-04-25

RESTRICTED

Transport Canada registration required

Details

Canada requires drone registration with Transport Canada for drones 250g to 25kg. Pilots must have a basic or advanced pilot certificate. No-fly zones include airports, military areas, and near emergency scenes. Advanced operations (near people, controlled airspace) require additional certification.

Quantity limit

Personal use with certificate

Documentation required

Transport Canada drone registration
Basic pilot certificate

Legal reference

Canadian Aviation Regulations Part 9

IATA dangerous goods

Consumer Drone is classified under Class 9 — Miscellaneous dangerous goods. Cabin and checked-baggage limits apply on top of customs rules.

Practical advice

Customs authority

Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) · https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca