All UAS remote pilots flying in Rwanda should have a Rwandan remote UAS Pilot Certificate that meets the requirements stipulated in Rwanda UAS Regulations.

The Rwandan remote UAS Pilot Certificate applicant will apply by submitting an email that details the type of drone they are qualified to fly and attaching an applicant information form via info@caa.gov.rw  and copy UAS.SSP@caa.gov.rw

Following the response from the authority, the applicant shall follow the procedures stipulated in the advisory circular to create a drone portal account and apply for a remote pilot certificate. 

For more information in regards to UAS Remote Pilot Certificate service charges go to new drone charges and RCAA bank accounts.

The Rwanda Civil Aviation Regulations (RCARs) related to Rwanda UAS Regulation is: -

• RCAR Part 27: Rwanda UAS Regulation

The following Advisory Circular (AC) has been provided for additional insight into Unmanned Aircraft System Operations in Rwanda:

• RCAA-AC-UAS-21-001 – Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Advisory Circular. 

The applicant is required to complete and submit to the Authority the following Forms:

• RCAA UAS applicant form

Other relevant UAS forms and tools include: 

• Drone Charges
• RCAA Bank Accounts Info
• Drone Portal