Registration Exemption for Toy Aircraft

Verified from official sources
Article 14Version 2Effective -Verified 28 August 2026

In plain language

If your drone is officially classified as a toy under EU Directive 2009/48/EC, you do not need to register.

Requirement as structured

UAS operators must register themselves for an unmanned aircraft operated in the 'open' category that is equipped with a sensor able to capture personal data, unless it complies with Directive 2009/48/EC on the safety of toys.

Original regulatory text

that is equipped with a sensor able to capture personal data, unless it complies with Directive 2009/48/EC.

Applies when

country
Finland
regulatory category
Open