SFOC-RPAS Requirement for Foreign Pilots and Drones

In plain language

If you are not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, or if you are flying a foreign-owned drone, you must obtain an SFOC-RPAS.

Requirement as structured

Foreign pilots, foreign operators, or anyone flying a foreign-owned drone in Canada must apply for an SFOC-RPAS, subject to certain exceptions.

Original regulatory text

If you are a foreign pilot or operator (not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident), or to fly a foreign-owned drone, you need to apply for an SFOC-RPAS. Some exceptions apply.

Applies when

country

Canada

foreign operator

true

regulatory category

Specific