Yes, you can fly a drone in Argentina as a tourist, and a sub-250 g drone makes it easiest. In August 2025, Argentina's civil aviation authority (ANAC) issued Resolution 550/2025, which aimed to fully deregulate drones under 250 g and eliminated pilot licenses for drones up to 25 kg. Basic safety rules still apply, and national parks such as Iguazú and Los Glaciares restrict drones.
What changed in 2025
Before 2025, Argentina had a detailed drone rulebook with weight classes, registration for most drones above the lightest class, and minimum distances from towns and people. Resolution 550/2025 changed direction:
- Drones under 250 g were set to be fully deregulated.
- Licenses to operate drones up to 25 kg were eliminated nationwide.
- ANAC was instructed to draft the detailed regulatory changes.
Because the follow-up rules were still being written, check ANAC's current guidance for drones of 250 g or more before you travel, especially on registration.
Flying safely
Even without paperwork for small drones, flying is still governed by general aviation safety and other laws. Follow these basics:
- Stay at or below about 120 m (400 ft)
- Keep the drone in sight and fly in daylight
- Stay well away from airports, heliports and aircraft
- Don't fly over crowds or people who aren't involved
- Respect privacy and private property
Buenos Aires has two airports close to the city, including Aeroparque right on the riverfront, so much of the city is near busy airspace.
National parks
Argentina's national parks are run by the National Parks Administration, and drones are generally not allowed without its permission. That includes the places most visitors want to film:
- Iguazú: the falls area is busy and protected.
- Los Glaciares: Perito Moreno glacier and El Chaltén's Fitz Roy trails.
- Nahuel Huapi: around Bariloche.
- Tierra del Fuego: near Ushuaia.
Ask at the park office before flying. Outside park boundaries, Patagonia's open roads, lakes and steppe give plenty of room.
Patagonia tips
Patagonian wind is legendary. Gusts can overpower a small drone, especially near glaciers and ridges. Read flying a drone in wind and fly only in calm windows. Cold also cuts flight time; see flying a drone in cold weather.
Which drone to bring
A sub-250 g drone fits the 2025 deregulation best:
- DJI Mini 4 Pro: 249 g, omnidirectional sensing near rock and trees.
- DJI Mini 5 Pro: 249 g, 1-inch sensor for Patagonian light.
- DJI Neo: 135 g, calm-day clips only.
Leave the Plus batteries at home; they push a Mini over 250 g.
Rules current as of October 2026. This is general information, not legal advice. Check ANAC's current rules before you fly.
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