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Consumer Drone → Taiwan

Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2025-01-15

RESTRICTED

CAA registration required for drones over 250g

Details

Taiwan requires drones over 250g to be registered with the Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA). Foreign visitors can apply for temporary registration. No-fly zones include airports, military bases, government buildings, and national parks. Maximum altitude 120m.

Quantity limit

Personal use with registration

Documentation required

CAA registration
Insurance

Legal reference

Civil Aviation Act, Unmanned Aircraft Regulations

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

Declare consumer drone at customs on arrival in Taiwan and carry any documentation specified in the rule. Verify current requirements with Customs Administration, Ministry of Finance (財政部關務署) before travel.

Customs authority

Customs Administration, Ministry of Finance (財政部關務署) · https://web.customs.gov.tw