DJI's GEO zone database lists 244 drone zones in Brazil, 240 of them restricted, mostly around airports and military bases. Below are the zone types, the largest restricted zones, the rules at a glance and the official links to request permission when you need to fly inside a zone.
Zone types
| Zone | Count | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 🟥 Restricted | 240 | DJI drones cannot take off or fly inside. Most are airports and military bases; flying there needs an authorization and a DJI unlock. |
| 🟨 Warning | 4 | A warning only, for example heliports and small airfields. Flight is not blocked, but local rules still apply. |
Largest restricted zones
| Zone | Radius |
|---|---|
| São Paulo International Airport | 4.4 km |
| Galeão - Antônio Carlos Jobim International Airport | 3.3 km |
| Aeroporto Internacional Juscelino Kubitschek | 2.8 km |
| Tancredo Neves International Airport | 2.5 km |
| Aeroporto Internacional de Natal | 2.5 km |
| Monte Dourado Airport | 2.3 km |
| Senador Nilo Coelho Airport | 2.3 km |
| Eduardo Gomes International Airport | 2.2 km |
| Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport | 2.0 km |
| Viracopos International Airport | 2.0 km |
| Jacareacanga Airport | 1.9 km |
| Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | 1.9 km |
| Carajás Airport | 1.8 km |
| Aeroporto internacional de porto alegre Airport | 1.8 km |
| Canoas Airport | 1.7 km |
Radius of the circle in DJI's database. The official zone can have another shape and reach further, for example along the runway approach.
Drone rules in Brazil at a glance
- Aviation authority: Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC)
- Airspace authorization: Department of Airspace Control (DECEA)
- Maximum height: 120 m (400 ft) above the ground, unless an authorization allows more. Recreational flights: up to 60 m (ICA 100-40, since 1 July 2026).
- Registration: Drones over 250 g must be registered with ANAC in SISANT, and the drone must be homologated by ANATEL. Official page
- Official map: SARPAS (DECEA)
- Requests that cross a prohibited area or a published helicopter route (REH) are not accepted.
- ANAC's RBAC 100 replaced RBAC-E 94 in June 2026.
How to get authorization to fly in a restricted zone
Steps and links from official sources, checked in September 2026. Rules change: confirm on the official website (ANAC) before you fly.
- Register the drone in ANAC's SISANT (required above 250 g). Official page
- Make sure the drone is homologated by ANATEL. Official page
- Request airspace access in DECEA's SARPAS (gov.br login) before every flight. Since 1 July 2026 this includes drones of 250 g or less; standard line-of-sight flights up to 120 m can be filed 30 minutes ahead. Official page
- If the flight crosses an aerodrome restriction zone (FRZ) or a restricted area, attach a coordination agreement (Termo de Coordenação) with the local air traffic unit or aerodrome operator, and file at least 4 days ahead. Official page
- Flying a DJI drone? With the authorization in hand, request an unlock on DJI FlySafe. DJI's unlock does not replace the authority's permission.
Check zones and weather before you fly
The Drone Weather Forecast app shows these zones on a map with DJI's colours, next to the hourly wind, gusts, rain, KP index and satellites for your drone model.
Frequently asked questions
Where can't you fly a drone in Brazil?
Around airports, military bases and other restricted areas. DJI's database lists 240 restricted zones in Brazil; the official map is SARPAS (DECEA). Temporary restrictions can appear at any time, so check before every flight.
Do I need permission to fly a drone near an airport in Brazil?
Yes. Flying inside an airport zone or other restricted airspace needs an authorization. Responsible authority: Department of Airspace Control (DECEA). The official steps and links are on this page.
How high can you fly a drone in Brazil?
Up to 120 m (400 ft) above the ground under the general rules, unless an authorization allows more. Near airports the limit can be lower, or zero. Recreational flights: up to 60 m (ICA 100-40, since 1 July 2026).
Is the DJI no-fly zone map official?
No. DJI's GEO zones are a safety layer built into DJI drones. The binding zones and rules are the ones published by the aviation authority, Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (official map: SARPAS (DECEA)).
Zone counts and names: DJI FlySafe GEO database, snapshot of February 3, 2026. It is a safety guide, not the official airspace: the aviation authority publishes the binding zones and temporary restrictions.