Drone liability insurance
Is drone insurance mandatory?
Third-party liability insurance is a legal requirement in several EU countries and strongly recommended everywhere else — and it costs far less than the liability you would otherwise carry yourself.
Why it matters
Mandatory in several EU countries — some national aviation authorities legally require third-party liability cover before you can fly, even in the open category.
Recommended everywhere else — even where it is not required by law, you remain personally liable for any damage or injury your drone causes.
Cheap relative to the risk — a policy typically costs a fraction of what a single liability claim (property damage, injury) could cost you out of pocket.
One policy, valid across the whole EU
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Frequently asked questions
Is drone insurance mandatory in the EU?
It depends on your country. Several EASA member states legally require third-party liability insurance for drone operations, while others only recommend it. Check your national aviation authority's rules to confirm the requirement where you fly.
What does third-party liability insurance cover?
It covers damage or injury your drone causes to other people or their property while flying — for example a crash that damages a car or injures a bystander. It does not normally cover damage to your own drone.
Does one policy work in every EU country?
Yes. Our partner's third-party liability policy is designed to stay valid as you fly across all EU member states, so you do not need to take out a separate policy each time you cross a border.