Mongolia permits drone operations, including photography, under certain conditions:
Registration and Permits: All drone operators, whether recreational or commercial, must register their drones with the Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia (CAAM). A registration fee of ₮30,000 applies, and the process may take up to five days.
Altitude: Maintain a maximum altitude of 150 meters above the ground.
Prohibited Areas: Avoid flying near airports, military installations, government buildings, and sensitive areas. Specifically, do not operate drones within 4 km of airports.
Time and Weather: Flights should occur during daylight hours and in good weather conditions, ensuring visibility of at least 3 km.
Operational Guidelines:
Visual Line of Sight: Keep the drone within your visual line of sight at all times.
Privacy: Respect individuals’ privacy; obtain consent before capturing images or videos of people.
Safety: Do not fly over people, large crowds, or moving vehicles.
Commercial Drone Use
For commercial drone operations, including professional photography, obtaining a permit from CAAM is mandatory. This ensures compliance with safety standards and regulations.
