SFOC Exception for Microdrones (Under 250g)
Verified from official sourcesGet permission to fly a drone as a foreign pilot (part 1)Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026
In plain language
You do not need an SFOC or registration to fly a drone under 250g, unless you are flying at an advertised event. You must still follow microdrone safety guidelines.
Requirement as structured
Foreign pilots do not require a Foreign SFOC-RPAS to fly drones under 250 grams, unless the flight is at an advertised event.
Original regulatory text
Foreign drone pilots do not need a Foreign SFOC-RPAS to fly drones under 250 g except to fly at an advertised event .
Applies when
- country
- Canada
- max mtom kg
- 0.249
- regulatory category
- General