Zurich Drone Laws 2025 – 10 Things You Must Know Before You Fly
Zurich follows Swiss federal drone law under FOCA, with no separate city rules but possible local restrictions near parks, events, or sensitive sites. Drones 250 g or heavier must be registered, display an operator ID, and have liability insurance of at least CHF 1 million. Open-category flights are capped at 120 meters altitude and must remain within visual line of sight. Violations can result in fines up to CHF 20,000 or imprisonment.