DRONE NO-FLY ZONE MAP

Drone no-fly zones in Thailand

A map of drone no-fly zones based on official CAAT announcements, with province-by-province maps. Check before you fly, all on one page. Compiled by a legally registered drone pilot team.

Thailand–Cambodia border update (Oct 2026): CAAT Announcement No. 16 (2026) still bans drone flights in some districts of 7 border provinces: Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi and Trat — see the district list in the CAAT announcement and check for a newer version before every flight.

Official data from the CAAT announcement

Drone no-fly zone map based on official announcements

Prohibited areas · Restricted areas · Danger areas, as announced by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand in 2023 (B.E. 2566), plus safety buffers around airports — zoom in on the spot you plan to fly.

Prohibited (P) Restricted (R) Danger area (D) Airport 9 km

Reference: CAAT announcement designating prohibited areas, restricted areas and danger areas, B.E. 2566 (2023). Boundaries are drawn from the coordinates in the announcement and may be slightly off along curved edges · Border areas may have additional temporary flight bans by NOTAM — always check before flying.

Tap a province on the map

Choose the province where you plan to fly to see its airports, restricted zones and local cautions, or tap a region button to highlight that region.

⚠️ This information is for preliminary planning only and is not a legal document. No-fly zones may change by official announcement — always check with CAAT / NBTC and the authority responsible for the area before every flight.

The basics

8 drone flying rules you need to know

Summarized from the Ministry of Transport announcement and the CAAT requirements currently in force

Rule 01Register before you flyDrone owners must register with the NBTC and pilots with CAAT, and you must carry third-party insurance as required by law.

Rule 029 km from airportsNo flying within 9 kilometers (5 nautical miles) of an airport or airstrip unless authorized.

Rule 03Max 90 metersNo flying higher than 90 meters above ground unless specially authorized.

Rule 0430 m from people and buildingsKeep at least 30 meters from uninvolved people, vehicles and buildings, and never fly over crowds.

Rule 05Restricted areasNo flying over royal palaces, key government agencies, military areas or hospitals unless authorized by that agency.

Rule 06Daytime + line of sightFly only between sunrise and sunset, keeping the drone in visual line of sight at all times (VLOS).

Rule 07Border areasTake extra care in border provinces — never cross the border, and some stretches have specific flight bans.

Rule 08National parksAerial filming in national parks always requires prior permission from the Department of National Parks.

Frequently asked questions

Drone no-fly zone FAQ

How do I know if the spot I want to fly is in a no-fly zone?

Start with the map on this page for an overview of the province, then double-check your exact spot with the official app or website before flying. If you're unsure, message our team on LINE — it's free.

How do I fly in an area that requires permission?

You need to apply in advance to the authority responsible for the area — such as the airport, the military or the Department of National Parks — and processing times vary. If you hire ORBITCINE for a shoot, we handle the entire permit process for you. Read more: Do you need a permit to hire a drone team?

Can I fly in Bangkok?

In some areas, with case-by-case permission. Bangkok has the Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi airport zones, royal grounds and dense communities. We handle this for every photography job we take on.

What's the penalty for flying in a no-fly zone?

Fines and imprisonment under aviation law and related announcements, and your equipment may be confiscated — which is why pre-flight planning is our top priority.

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Read before you fly: 4 types of drone no-fly zones · Drone registration with NBTC and CAAT

Drone no-fly zones in Thailand

Drone no-fly zone map based on official announcements

Tap a province on the map

8 drone flying rules you need to know

Drone no-fly zone FAQ

Don't want the hassle of permits?

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