No drone photography in Croatia, during my holiday, I was told by Croatians Authorities!!

[winmeister6]

I emailed them that I was coming for holiday, I wanted to bring my Mini 3 Pro. Wanted to take usual photos and videos for family purposes. I also informed them that I have Operator ID in UK and now EU, they still said no. I don't understand why. I ask if I can apply for permission and again said no!

 

[zocalo]

That seems to be incorrect advice from the wrong agency, judging by the email of the responder.

Try reading through Special Flights and Activities - Crocontrol and CCAA - I wish to fly drone in Croatia, I am not Croatian citizen, I am here temporarily – what do I need to do?, then emailing [email protected] if needed; all three are their equivalent of the UK's CAA. Croatia is a member of the EU and, as such, should now be compliant with the EU-wide rules on drones and the new class markings or legacy category for older models, which absolutely should cover you for flying a Mini 3 Pro subject to the EU rules.

 

[winmeister6]

Thank you very much. I will email them also.

 

[Aerophile]

Please post a follow up to let everyone know how it goes. Thanks.

 

[winmeister6]

I have emailed them. No answers yet. Will post their reply as soon as I received their email!

 

[Bane77]

I just joined this forum, so this response comes a bit late, but it might still be useful to someone. There is a difference between flying and taking photos or videos. By Croatian law you can fly a drone but you can't take any photos or videos - it is allowed only for companies with permit and all footage should be sent to authority (DGU) for inspection before they allow you to use it. So legally, just ask for flying a drone.
This is a link for more detail information: CCAA - Hrvatska agencija za civilno zrakoplovstvo CCAA - Hrvatska agencija za civilno zrakoplovstvo