Dirección Nacional de Aviación Civil e Infraestructura Aeronáutica
The Dirección Nacional de Aviación Civil e Infraestructura Aeronáutica (DINACIA) is Uruguay's civil aviation authority, regulating unmanned aircraft systems throughout Uruguayan airspace. DINACIA oversees drone registration, pilot certification, operational permits, and safety compliance.
Regulator Overview
Basic information about Dirección Nacional de Aviación Civil e Infraestructura Aeronáutica
Dirección Nacional de Aviación Civil e Infraestructura Aeronáutica
UY
DINACIA, Uruguay DINACIA, Uruguayan Civil Aviation
Key Facts
- Coastal operations require coordination with maritime authorities
- Cross-border operations with Argentina and Brazil facilitated
- Agricultural sector represents major commercial UAS application
- Small country size enables streamlined regulatory processes
- Growing use in livestock monitoring and precision agriculture
- Environmental considerations for operations near protected coastal areas
Unit Systems
Measurement units used in this regulator's jurisdiction
Weight
grams
Distance
meters
Altitude
meters
Speed
Not specified
Regulations
Key drone regulations and requirements
Resolución 385/015
Regulation establishing operational requirements for remotely piloted aircraft systems
View SourceDecreto 102/018
Updated decree modernizing UAS regulatory framework in Uruguay
View SourceOfficial Resources
About this regulatory authority
Country
UY
Region
National
Type
National
Updated
8/21/2025
Contact Information
How to reach Dirección Nacional de Aviación Civil e Infraestructura Aeronáutica
Weight Thresholds
Drone weight categories and associated requirements
| Weight | Category | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 249 grams (g) | License Category 1 | Required |
| 250+ grams (g) | Registration Required | Required |
| 250 - 2000 grams (g) | License Category 2 | Required |
| 2001 - 25000 grams (g) | License Category 3 | Required |
| 25001+ grams (g) | License Category 4 | Required |