Cross-Border Operation Application Procedure
Verified from official sources2.4Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026
In plain language
If you are registered as a drone operator in another EU country and want to fly in Portugal, you must submit a Cross Border Operation (CBO) application form and your authorization documents to ANAC via email.
Requirement as structured
UAS operators registered in another EU country intending to operate in Portugal must apply for a Cross Border Operation (CBO) by submitting the completed application template '4. Operações Transfronteiriças' and supporting documents (OAT, STS, or LUC) to uas.spec@anac.pt.
Original regulatory text
To apply for a CBO: a) Go to “Formulários”, fill and sign CBO application template “4. Operações Transfronteiriças / Cross border operations” ( here); b) Depending the type, authorization (OAT), declaration (STS) or certificate (LUC), assemble the application documents as referred in 2.1., 2.2. or 2.3, as applicable; c) Submit the documentation package via email uas.spec@anac.pt.