Drones in Barbados - importation banned, but personal use?
I am visiting Barbados and was hoping to take a DJI drone for photography. I read some articles about the country banning the importation of drones into the country. As I will not be selling my drone, I believed I'd be allowed to bring it, but this article states the ban also applies to visitors of the island.
This source states that there are four designated areas on the island where you are allowed to fly drones. How can I verify these sources? If it is true, will I have any other Barbados-specific trouble at the airport, assuming I will only fly in designated areas?
An article from Barbados Today was helpful but not able to answer my question. It looks like I will also require a special license to operate the drone.
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Can we use drone for personal use?
Except in the nano category and micro category only for non-commercial use, all drone activities must be done only after receiving prior approval from the Digital Sky online platform for a flight or series of flights.Can you bring a drone to Barbados?
Are drones allowed in Barbados? According to BCAD, drone use is allowed in Barbados, subject to BCAD regulations. However, there is a temporary suspension on imports and licensing.Can I fly my drone in the Caribbean?
Yes. Guests are welcome to bring drones on their cruise for use on land only and outside of the port area. However, drones are not to be operated onboard the ship at any time, nor on Royal Caribbean's private destinations: Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas or Labadee\xae, Haiti.Do we need permission to buy drone?
The government has categorised drones into five categories: (No permits required) Micro: Greater than 250 grams and less than or equal to 2 kg. (No permits required for non-commercial usage only) Small: Greater than 2 kg and less than or equal to 25 kg.BUAVA Statement May 2020
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