Bringing a Drone to Tanzania as a Visitor

Before travelling, use TCAA’s online drone application process through Civil Aviation Services Portal (CASP). According to our procedure, non-residents should apply for an import permit, register the drone, register the operator/pilot and obtain the applicable operations permit. The procedure advises applicants to begin at least  two weeks before arrival. Obtain the required approvals before travelling.

Before you travel, the main steps are:

• Request access to the online system (CASP).

• Apply for an import permit for your drone and any spare parts you are bringing. Choose temporary importation if you will take the drone home with you.

• Register your drone.

• Register yourself as the operator and remote pilot.

• Get third-party liability insurance.

• Apply for an operations permit.

• Pay the applicable fees.

• Get any other permissions you need, for example from a park authority, a filming authority or a site owner.

• Download your approvals and carry them with you.