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KCAA Licensing & Compliance
Simplified regulatory support for drone operations in Kenya
License Types
Everything you need to operate legally in Kenya
Remote Pilot License (RPL)
Required for all commercial drone operations
Requirements
- •18+ years old
- •Valid ID/Passport
- •Medical certificate
- •Training completion
- •Pass KCAA exam
Validity
2 years
Fee
KES 5,000
Drone Registration
Register your drone with KCAA
Requirements
- •Proof of ownership
- •Drone specifications
- •Serial number
- •Insurance (commercial)
Validity
Annual renewal
Fee
KES 3,000
Flight Approval
Permission for specific operations
Requirements
- •Valid RPL
- •Registered drone
- •Flight plan details
- •Risk assessment
Validity
Per operation
Fee
KES 1,000
Simplified Compliance Process
We handle the paperwork, you focus on flying
Create Account
Sign up on Zoltra and complete your profile
Upload Documents
Submit ID, medical certificate, and training proof
KCAA Submission
We submit your application to KCAA on your behalf
Track Progress
Monitor your application status in real-time
Receive License
Get your digital license and physical card
Renewal Reminders
Automatic notifications before expiry
Key Regulations
Know the rules before you fly
Altitude Limits
Maximum 400ft (120m) above ground level
Visual Line of Sight
Maintain visual contact with drone at all times
No-Fly Zones
Restricted areas include airports, military bases, government buildings
Night Operations
Requires special approval and lighting
Privacy Laws
Respect privacy and obtain consent for filming people/property
Insurance
Third-party liability insurance required for commercial ops
License Verification System
ZoltraVerify™
Instantly verify pilot licenses and drone registrations
ZoltraVerify™ Features
Know before you fly - trusted verification for a safer drone economy
Instant Verification
Verify any pilot license in seconds
QR Code System
Scan operator QR codes for instant validation
Bulk API Access
Enterprise solutions for organizations
Audit Trail
Complete verification history and logs
KES 20 per verification
Pay via M-Pesa • Instant results • KCAA-aligned
Need Help with Compliance?
Our team of experts is here to guide you through every step of the licensing process.
- —Live chat support
- —Email assistance
- —Phone consultations
- —Document review service
Start Your Licensing Journey
Get compliant and start flying legally in Kenya