DJI Mavic 2 Pro: EU registration and remote pilot licence
The DJI Mavic 2 Pro weighs 907 g and has a camera. Under EASA rules in EU member states, operator and UAS registration is required when the aircraft has a camera or weighs over 250 g.
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Quick answer
Yes — register with your National Aviation Authority (NAA), obtain an A1/A3 certificate, and add A2 if you fly under A2 rules.
DJI Mavic 2 Pro weight and EASA class
Maximum take-off mass: 907 g. EASA class: legacy.
Above 250 g — registration is mandatory.
How to register
1. Register as a drone operator with your NAA (one account per operator).
2. Register the UAS — manufacturer DJI, model name and serial number.
3. Affix the operator registration number on the aircraft so it is clearly readable.
Registration is usually free or low-cost; rules differ slightly by EU member state.
Which licence do you need?
A1/A3 plus A2 when flying closer to uninvolved people or under A2 subcategory rules.
A2 theoretical exam at an NAA-approved centre: 30 questions, 30 minutes, 75% pass mark.
- A1/A3 — first step
- A2 — closer to people
- STS — commercial Specific category
Who is the DJI Mavic 2 Pro for?
Legacy Mavic still flown — registration and A2 apply.
Other DJI models
Flying a different DJI model? Requirements vary by weight and equipment.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to register the DJI Mavic 2 Pro in the EU?
- Yes — camera and/or weight above 250 g triggers registration in EU member states.
- Which exam do I need for the DJI Mavic 2 Pro?
- Start with A1/A3, then A2 if you fly closer to uninvolved people under Open category A2 rules.
- Can I fly in urban areas?
- Only within Open category limits, 120 m altitude, and respecting geo-zones. Check geo-zones in your national UTM app before every flight. See our Europe airspace maps guide.
Authority & sources
A2STS Editorial · Reviewed by: EASA UAS syllabus aligned