Santorini Drone Laws 2025: 8 Essential Rules to Avoid Huge Fines
Drones are allowed in Santorini but strictly regulated under Greek and EU rules, with no tourist exception. In the Open Category, drones must weigh under 25 kg, fly below 120 m, stay in sight, and use EU class ID 0-4 or a legacy model bought before 2023. Registration is required for any drone over 250 g or with a camera, giving the operator a single EU-wide registration number via the HCAA. Commercial or advanced operations fall under the Specific or Certified categories and require insurance and HCAA approval for each flight. Before flying, you must file a flight application with