Registration Cost Comparison (2026)
| Country | Recreational | Commercial | Renewal | Register At |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | $5 USD (3 years) | $5 USD (3 years) + Part 107 exam ($175) | Every 3 years | faadronezone.faa.gov |
| 🇬🇧 UK | £9/year (Operator ID) | £9/year + A2 CofC (~£150) | Annually | register-drones.caa.co.uk |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Free + Basic RPAS exam (free online) | Free + Advanced RPAS cert ($50–$300) | No renewal fee | tc.canada.ca/drones |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | $20 AUD/year | $20 AUD/year + RePL (~$1,500–$2,500) | Annually | myrpas.casa.gov.au |