Updated August 5, 2026
Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) operates under the Ministry of Transport, while drone registration and flight permits are governed by the Law on People's Air Defense (2024) and Decree 288/2025/ND-CP. Drones over 250 g require flight permits from the Ministry of National Defense or Ministry of Public Security; operators must hold appropriate pilot licences.
Overview
Full name
Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam
Type
Government Agency
Jurisdiction
VN
Notable Facts
Important information about drone regulations
Decree 288/2025/ND-CP effective November 2025 governs UAS management
Drones ≥250 g require flight permits; recreational <250 g may be exempt outside restricted areas
Visual pilot licence required for drones ≥250 g
Registration with Ministry of National Defense or Public Security required
Unit Systems
Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction
Weight
Kilograms (kg)
Distance
metric
Altitude
Meters (m)
Speed
Kilometers per hour (km/h)
Official Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
VN
Region
National
Type
Government Agency
Updated
8/5/2026
Last updated: August 5, 2026