How to legally register and fly your drone in Brazil
To legally fly a drone brought from abroad in Brazil, you must complete several registration steps with different authorities, except for drones weighing less than 250g, which are generally exempt from ANAC registration but must still comply with DECEA and ANATEL regulations. The process includes obtaining a responsible person in Brazil with a CPF (Brazilian tax ID) to register the drone, as all operations related to the drone will fall under their responsibility. The pilot, however, can be a foreigner. Additionally, mandatory insurance is required.
Required Registrations for your drone in Brazil
ANATEL Certification: All drones operating on radio frequencies must comply with ANATEL (Brazilian National Telecommunications Agency) regulations. Some drone models are pre-approved by ANATEL for using permitted frequencies in Brazil, requiring no additional certification. However, drones brought from abroad that are not pre-approved must be registered through ANATEL’s Sistema Mosaico to ensure compliance and prevent interference with telecommunications services
ANAC Registration: The Brazilian Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) requires registration for drones weighing between 250 grams and 25 kg, regardless of their intended use. Registration is done via the SISANT system and remains valid for 24 months.
DECEA Authorization (Flight Permission): Before any flight, authorization must be requested through the SARPAS system, managed by DECEA (Department of Airspace Control). To register with SARPAS, the drone must first be registered with ANAC. This step ensures safe operations and prevents conflicts in Brazilian airspace.
Processing Time & Alternatives
The entire registration process can take anywhere from a week to a month to complete, depending on pre-approved exemptions the drone may have, such as ANATEL compliance. As an alternative, foreigners can rent a drone that is already registered in Brazil and operate it under the supervision of a Brazilian responsible for compliance with DECEA regulations. Following these procedures ensures legal and safe drone operations within Brazilian territory.
Drone filming services in Brazil
You can also hire trough us a team of professional freelancers with excellent drones used to shoot most video production demands. It will be much easier for you, all flights are regular and covered by insurance required by the Brazilian law. Some of the equipment we have available are Mavic Pro 3 Cine, Inspire 2, among others.
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FPV Flights
Another type of drone shooting that we also can provide are the FPV (First person view) flights. Shoot flights that require specific drones and a lot of experience from the professional. They are solutions for long takes that need, at the same time, a surprising and unique perspective.
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Drone flights with camera and cinema lens mounted
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Generally used in projects for cinema or commercial films, these drones require a highly qualified team with a lot of experience in this segment. São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro have qualified teams and experts on the subject. We can provide all the support for obtaining the necessary licenses, hiring these drone professionals, and renting all the lenses and camera equipment involved in the operation.
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Aerial Stock Footage
Although it is not our specialty, we do have some aerial images that can be negotiated for use in your video. Please contact us so that we can research and quote for you or even produce them on short terms.
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