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# Drone no-fly zones in Switzerland

> 101 drone zones in Switzerland, 17 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 **101 drone zones in Switzerland**, **17 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 | 17 | DJI drones cannot take off or fly inside. Most are airports and military bases; flying there needs an authorization and a DJI unlock. |
| 🟧 Enhanced warning | 35 | The drone asks you to confirm before flying in. Often smaller airfields and approach paths. |
| 🟨 Warning | 49 | A warning only, for example heliports and small airfields. Flight is not blocked, but local rules still apply. |

## Largest restricted zones

| Zone | Radius |
|---|---|
| Zurich | 3.1 km |
| Aéroport de Genève Cointrin | 2.2 km |
| Payerne | 1.8 km |
| Emmen | 1.5 km |
| Dubendorf | 1.5 km |
| Sion | 1.4 km |
| Alpnach | 1.3 km |
| Belp | 1.1 km |
| Buochs | 1.1 km |
| Mollis | 1.1 km |
| Samedan | 1.0 km |
| Altenrhein | 0.9 km |
| Lugano | 0.8 km |
| Les Eplatures | 0.6 km |
| La Blecherette | 0.6 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 Switzerland at a glance

- **Aviation authority:** [Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA)](https://www.bazl.admin.ch/en/drone)
- **Maximum height:** 120 m (400 ft) above the ground, unless an authorization allows more.
- **Registration:** Everyone flying a drone of 250 g or more, or any drone with a camera or microphone, must register as an operator in FOCA's dLIS portal (minimum age 12). [Official page](https://www.dlis.bazl.admin.ch/en-CH/)
- **Official map:** [map.geo.admin.ch – drone restrictions](https://map.geo.admin.ch/#/map?lang=en&topic=aviation&layers=ch.bazl.einschraenkungen-drohnen)
- Remote ID must be on in flight, except for C0, legacy and home-built drones.

## 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 (FOCA) before you fly.

1. Check the drone map before every flight; restricted areas include aerodrome control zones (CTR) and aerodrome perimeters. [Official page](https://www.bazl.admin.ch/en/geographical-flight-restrictions)
2. Click the restricted area on the map to see its conditions and the competent authority, and ask that authority for permission (not FOCA). [Official page](https://map.geo.admin.ch/#/map?lang=en&topic=aviation&layers=ch.bazl.einschraenkungen-drohnen)
3. On the day, check the Daily Airspace Bulletin (DABS) for temporary restrictions. [Official page](https://www.skybriefing.com/dabs)
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 Switzerland?

Around airports, military bases and other restricted areas. DJI's database lists 17 restricted zones in Switzerland; the official map is map.geo.admin.ch – drone restrictions. Temporary restrictions can appear at any time, so check before every flight.

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

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

### How high can you fly a drone in Switzerland?

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.

### 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, Federal Office of Civil Aviation (official map: map.geo.admin.ch – drone restrictions).

[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 Switzerland

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)