Drone regulations in Singapore

Registration is a two-step process for all drones over 250g. First, you must purchase a registration label (S$25) online or at designated SingPost offices. Second, you complete the registration online via the CAAS UA Portal. You must be at least 16 years old to register.

Read our detailed guide: How to Register Your Drone in Singapore.

Broadcast Remote Identification (B-RID) is like a digital license plate for your drone. It transmits information like the drone's serial number, position, and the operator's location. Starting from 1 December 2025, all drones weighing over 250g must be equipped with B-RID to be flown outdoors in Singapore. This can be a built-in feature or an external module attached to the drone. For more official information, please refer to the CAAS Remote Identification page.

Read our detailed guide: Broadcast Remote ID (B-RID) in Singapore — what to buy, how to install, and how to verify.

CAAS has an official list of approved B-RID modules and drone models that have compliant, built-in B-RID functionality. You should consult this list before purchasing a drone or a separate module to ensure it meets the technical requirements. You can view the official list via the link below.

The UA Basic Training Certificate is required for flying a drone weighing more than 1.5kg up to 7kg for recreational or educational purposes. For outdoor flights, it's always required. For indoor flights, it's only required if the area is publicly accessible or at an event with more than 50 people. To get it, you must be at least 16 years old, complete a one-time online theory course, and pass an online theory test. The training is conducted by CAAS-approved organisations. (Not to be confused with the UAPL)

The UAPL is a more advanced license required for anyone flying a drone for commercial purposes (regardless of weight) or for recreational/educational purposes if the drone is over 7kg. To obtain a UAPL, you must be at least 16 years old, pass a theory test administered by CAAS, and pass a practical assessment with an authorised flight examiner.

You may fly your drones in parks that do not have a "no flying" sign. However, flying is prohibited in all nature reserves, nature parks, and the following specific parks:

• Bukit Batok Town Park
• Fort Canning Park
• Jurong Lake Gardens
• Kranji Marshes
• Kranji Reservoir Park
• Lower Peirce Reservoir Park
• Pasir Panjang Nursery
• Pulau Ubin
• Rail Corridor
• Singapore Botanic Gardens
• Upper Peirce Reservoir Park
• Upper Seletar Reservoir Park
• War Memorial Park

For more details, refer to the official NParks guidelines. If you wish to fly your drone at HortPark, you must apply for a permit at least 2 weeks in advance.

While CAAS does not mandate drone insurance for all pilots, it is highly recommended to have third-party liability coverage. For commercial operations requiring an Operator Permit, having adequate insurance is a key part of the approval process.