Local Jurisdiction for Operational Authorizations

Verified from official sources
LuftVO § 21bVersion 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

You must apply to the state aviation authority of the federal state where your main residence is located.

Requirement as structured

The local jurisdiction of the state aviation authority is determined by the applicant's main residence for natural persons, or by the applicant's registered office for legal entities.

Original regulatory text

Die örtliche Zuständigkeit richtet sich bei natürlichen Personen nach dem Hauptwohnsitz des Antragstellers, bei juristischen Personen nach dem Sitz des Antragstellers.

Applies when

country
Germany
regulatory category
Specific