Drone Pilots in the Netherlands

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Flying a drone in the Netherlands

Yes. EU/EASA operators use their home registration; non-EU visitors register once via the RDW.

Regulator
ILT (RDW registration) (ILT)
Registration
Operator number (via RDW) for anything except a sub-250g drone without a camera or a CE-marked toy; min age 16; the A1/A3 online exam is about €10 (valid 5 years).
Maximum altitude
120 m.

This is general guidance, not legal advice. Drone rules change frequently and vary by location. Always confirm the current rules with the national aviation authority (linked below) before you fly. Last reviewed: July 2026.