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# Drone no-fly zones in Hong Kong

> 13 drone zones in Hong Kong, 8 of them restricted: the largest airport zones, the official map and how to get authorization to fly in a restricted zone.

*Last updated: 2026-09-17*

DJI's GEO zone database lists **13 drone zones in Hong Kong**, **8 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 | 8 | DJI drones cannot take off or fly inside. Most are airports and military bases; flying there needs an authorization and a DJI unlock. |
| 🟨 Warning | 5 | A warning only, for example heliports and small airfields. Flight is not blocked, but local rules still apply. |

## Largest restricted zones

| Zone | Radius |
|---|---|
| Hong Kong International Airport | 3.3 km |
| Shek Kong Barracks | 1.0 km |
| Stanley Prison | 0.2 km |
| Pik Uk Correctional Institution | 0.2 km |
| Lai Chi Kok Reception Centre | 0.2 km |
| Shek Pik prison | 0.2 km |
| Tai Lam Centre for Women | 0.2 km |
| Siu Lam Psychiatric Centre | 0.2 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 Hong Kong at a glance

- **Aviation authority:** [Civil Aviation Department (CAD)](https://www.cad.gov.hk/english/sua.html)
- **Maximum height:** 91 m (300 ft) above the ground, unless an authorization allows more. For drones over 250 g; drones of 250 g or less: 30 m (100 ft).
- **Registration:** Drones over 250 g and their remote pilots must be registered with the CAD on the eSUA portal. [Official page](https://esua.cad.gov.hk/web/?lang=en_US)
- **Official map:** [CAD eSUA Drone Map](https://esua.cad.gov.hk/web/droneMap?lang=en_US)
- Flights wholly inside an enclosed area are exempt from the RFZ restriction.

## 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 (CAD) before you fly.

1. Check the eSUA Drone Map for Restricted Flying Zones (RFZ), including the areas around the airport. [Official page](https://esua.cad.gov.hk/web/droneMap?lang=en_US)
2. Flying in an RFZ is an advanced operation that needs prior CAD permission: discuss the plan with the CAD (sua@cad.gov.hk) well in advance. [Official page](https://www.cad.gov.hk/english/sua_overview_categorisation.html)
3. Apply for an Advanced Operations Permission with form AC-002 and hold the required third-party insurance. [Official page](https://www.cad.gov.hk/application/AC-002_AOP_Application_Form.pdf)
4. Flying a DJI drone? With the authorization in hand, request an unlock on [DJI FlySafe](https://fly-safe.dji.com/unlock/unlock-request). 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.

→ [Drone pre-flight checklist](https://droneweatherforecast.app/guides/drone-pre-flight-checklist)

## Frequently asked questions

### Where can't you fly a drone in Hong Kong?

Around airports, military bases and other restricted areas. DJI's database lists 8 restricted zones in Hong Kong; the official map is CAD eSUA Drone Map. Temporary restrictions can appear at any time, so check before every flight.

### Do I need permission to fly a drone near an airport in Hong Kong?

Yes. Flying inside an airport zone or other restricted airspace needs an authorization. Responsible authority: Civil Aviation Department. The official steps and links are on this page.

### How high can you fly a drone in Hong Kong?

Up to 91 m (300 ft) above the ground under the general rules, unless an authorization allows more. Near airports the limit can be lower, or zero. For drones over 250 g; drones of 250 g or less: 30 m (100 ft).

### 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, Civil Aviation Department (official map: CAD eSUA Drone Map).

[Drone no-fly zones by country](https://droneweatherforecast.app/no-fly-zones)

*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.*

## Check the weather and the no-fly zones in Hong Kong

Drone Weather Forecast shows no-fly zones on a map, plus the hourly wind, gusts, rain, KP index and satellites for your drone model. Free on Android and iOS, no ads.

- [Get it on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=xyz.droneweather.app)
- [Download on the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/drone-weather-forecast/id6768126094)