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Photography & DronesIceland

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

Short answer

Photography & Drones in Iceland: allowed only under specific conditions.

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CONDITIONAL

Drones are legal in Iceland but strictly regulated: operators must register with the Transport Authority, drones over 250 g require an online exam, flying near airports (within 2 km), over crowds, or in national parks needs permission, and max altitude is 120 m.

§ US State Dept — Iceland
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