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Photography & Drones — France

What travelers need to know about photography & drones in France. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Photography & Drones in France: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.

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RESTRICTED

French law restricts drone use and photography/video of sensitive sites — airports, military bases, prisons, nuclear plants — and large gatherings such as concerts and parades.

Up to 75,000 euro fine or 1-year imprisonment

§ US State Dept — France

Verified Jul 5, 2026

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