⚖️ Drone Weight Checker
Enter your drone's weight to find out registration requirements in the USA, UK, Canada and Australia.
How Drone Weight Classes Work
All four countries use 250 grams as the key registration threshold. Drones under 250g are generally exempt from registration for recreational use, though rules vary.
| Country | Authority | Under 250g | 250g – 25kg | Over 25kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | FAA | ✓ Exempt (recreational) | Registration required | Special permit |
| 🇬🇧 UK | CAA | ✓ Exempt | Operator ID required | Special authorisation |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Transport Canada | ✓ Exempt (basic rules apply) | Registration + RPAS cert | Special flight ops cert |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | CASA | ✓ Exempt (standard rules) | Registration required | Operator's certificate |
Note: Commercial use always requires registration and licensing regardless of weight in all four countries.