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Photography & Drones — Iceland
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.
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Get alerted when this changesLawLert pings you if Photography & Drones law changes in Iceland. Free.Get the free appPhotography & Drones in Iceland: allowed only under specific conditions.
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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.
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