Monaco has strengthened its rules governing drone operations, introducing updated flight restrictions that will apply during many of the Principality’s largest public events throughout 2026.

Published in the latest Journal de Monaco, Ministerial Order No. 2026-323 sets out periods during which the use of remotely piloted aircraft will be prohibited across Monaco’s airspace unless operators receive prior authorisation from the Minister of State.

The temporary no-fly restrictions coincide with a number of major events on Monaco’s calendar, including the Jumping International de Monte-Carlo, the Monaco Red Cross Gala, the City Hall’s summer fireworks displays at Port Hercule, the Grand Départ of the 2026 Vuelta, the Monaco Yacht Show, National Day celebrations, the Cross du Larvotto, U Giru de Natale and New Year’s Eve festivities.

The order reinforces Monaco’s existing regulatory framework for drones rather than introducing a blanket ban. Operators wishing to fly during the restricted periods must first obtain authorisation from the Minister of State. Without approval, drone flights will not be permitted during the specified dates and times.

The new regulations entered into force following their publication in the Journal de Monaco on 26th June.

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