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Everything you need to know about registering your drone controller — simple, legal, fast.

Under NBTC Regulation Act No. 23, every drone controller must be registered to remain valid as personal property.

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Owning, using, or keeping an unregistered controller for more than 30 days may result in fines up to 100,000 THB or imprisonment of up to 5 years.

Official NBTC Thailand logo — National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission

✔ Mandatory for all drone pilots in Thailand.
✔ Avoids penalties, confiscation, and legal issues.
✔ Smooth flying — required together with CAAT approval.
✔ Full support: we prepare, submit, and monitor until you’re approved.
✔ We manage e-fee payment directly with NBTC (no walk-ins).

 

  • Only when all are in place can you fly legally in Thailand

All Set Now?

Complete your NBTC registration below to start the process.

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Official NBTC Thailand logo — National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission

“If you already have valid CAAT approval and only need NBTC registration, choose our NBTC-only plan.”

✔ Complete NBTC registration on your behalf
✔ Fast service (2–4 working days)
✔ No document hassle — we handle everything
✔ Just send your immigration stamp, we’ll do the rest

✔ We take care of e-fee and tax payment on your behalf — sent directly to NBTC’s e-Accounting Department, saving you time and avoiding the complexity of bank visits.

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DJI RC Plus drone controller used for NBTC radio control registration in Thailand

  • ✅ Starts only after arrival with immigration entry stamp.

  • ✅ Processing time: 2–4 business days.

  • ✅ Temporary approval (linked to immigration, expires when leaving Thailand). Re-entry restarts

  • ✅ Thai SIM card required for OTP.

  • ✅ Insurance must be arranged first.

  • ❌ No urgent/advance cases allowed by law.

Tip :
To avoid delays, prepare documents in advance and submit immediately upon arrival.

  • No walk-ins — since NBTC & CAAT no longer accept walk-in services, we handle all submissions and approvals for you.

  • We handle all applications (NBTC / CAAT / Insurance) on your behalf.

Happy tourist couple traveling in Thailand preparing for drone registration

Before flying, ensure your controller operates within NBTC frequency limits:

  • 433 MHz ≤ 10 mW EIRP

  • 2.4 GHz ≤ 100 mW EIRP

  • 5.8 GHz ≤ 1,000 mW (1 W) EIRP
     

Note: Use controllers within NBTC-permitted bands/power. Contact us if you’re unsure.

Person holding a drone remote controller while checking NBTC frequency compliance in Thailand
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Radio signal icon representing wireless communication and NBTC frequency requirements
Official NBTC Thailand logo — National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission
Legal consultation session discussing drone regulations and compliance requirements in Thailand

Important Legal Notes

  • Visitors: Must register with NBTC within 30 days of entry.

  • Immigration Link: Approval is valid only during your stay in Thailand and expires when you leave.

  • Foreigners: Certification is temporary; permanent certification is reserved for Thai nationals.

  • Legal Compliance: Flying without NBTC approval risks fines and confiscation.

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Penalty (Thai Law)

Operating a drone controller without NBTC approval or using unauthorized radio frequencies is illegal under Thai law.
Violations may result in:

  • Fines up to 100,000 THB

  • Imprisonment of up to 5 years

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  • CAAT Link: NBTC registration is one part of full compliance (Insurance + CAAT + NBTC).

  • Avoid fines – ensure your NBTC approval is always active

Reminder

You cannot fly legally in Thailand without NBTC approval — even if you already have CAAT approval and insurance.

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