Policy Introduction
Korean authorities allow tourists to fly their drones under Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT) regulations. MOLIT has issued a series of regulations for drone flight operations, and some highlights of these regulations are listed below.
Fly below the MOLIT’s Altitude Limit (150 m)
Keep 9.3 km Away from Airports
Don’t Fly over Crowds
Don’t Drop or Carry Items with Your Drone
Always Fly Within Line of Sight
Don’t Fly at Night
Steps to follow as a new drone pilot
- Respect the privacy of others and do not film or take pictures of anyone without their expressed consent.
- Request permission from the government before flying any aircraft weighing over 12 kg (regardless of maximum take-off weight) for commercial or non-commercial purposes.
- Acquire a license before flying any aircraft weighing over 12 kg for commercial use. (All DJI costumer drones weight under 12 kg)
- Read through local regulations and consult authorities before flying your drone.
- Violations of aviation safety laws may result in fines of up to two million won.
Read the local regulations and consult authorities if necessary before flying your drone.
Battery Transportation
Please read through your airline's battery transportation regulations when traveling with LiPo batteries.We've listed IATA safety and security regulations for battery transportation here for your reference, and most airlines’ regulations are similar to these.
Small Batteries
Medium Batteries
Large Batteries
*The rules above are just for your reference and subject to change. For specific and detailed regulations, visit your airline's website.