Prohibition of Flight Over Public Space in Built-Up Areas

Verified from official sources
Arrêté du 19 avril 2019, annexe, point 4Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

In France, you are strictly forbidden from flying your drone over any public space (such as streets, parks, or public squares) within built-up areas.

Requirement as structured

You must not operate an unmanned aircraft over public spaces in built-up areas.

Original regulatory text

Je n'utilise en aucun cas mon aéronef sans équipage à bord au-dessus de l'espace public.

Applies when

country
France
environment
built-up areas
regulatory category
Open