Drone Licence for the European Union

[Photobobhunt]

Wow ! lots of information and I hope you realize that in the EU and most other countries you are better off with a sub 250g drone.
The UK is the easiest and has the most freedom, however localities do have a variety of restrictions.
In the EU you don't need to register a sub 250g if it doesn't have a camera.
The overall process is really not difficult, but time consuming, so do it early and if I Remember everything is under $50.
Really consider a Sub 250, It will make the process easier. You can pick up a Mini 2 or 3 cheap these days.

 

[DarR-T]

Wow ! lots of information and I hope you realize that in the EU and most other countries you are better off with a sub 250g drone. True
The UK is the easiest and has the most freedom NOT, however localities do have a variety of restrictions.

I beg to disagree with the latter but the UK drone rules are a basket of complexity and ambiguity.
Both residents and visitors must register their sub-250g drone. How crazy is that?
You can fly over people but not crowds. What?
The UK has rules before and after 2026. What?
Only if camera equipped but not a toy. What?
...And this is just scratching the surface. Take a look here:

 

[DarR-T]

Canada has the most freedom of all for sub-250g RPA.
You don't need to register it and you don't need a license and Transport Canada does not have different rules for commercial vs recreational.

I don't believe sub-250g drones should be registered in any country.
Notwithstanding, I personally believe that every drone pilot should have a basic pilot license for knowledge and safety thereof regardless of weight. The exam should be available online for everyone and free of charge. In this respect, I applaud the FAA with their online TRUST course/exam.