What types of drone licences are there?

In the UK, the term drone licence usually refers to the UK CAA IDs (Operator ID + Flyer ID) and/or a qualification such as the A2 CofC or GVC.

The A2 CofC supports operations in the A2 (Near People) sub-category of the Open Category, while the RPC-L1 and GVC can support applying for an Operational Authorisation in the Specific Category.

For more details, visit our Drone licence page and drone training calculator.

Related Questions

How much is a drone licence?

The cost of a drone licence depends on which drone licence you require.

How old do I have to be to get a UK drone licence?

Age limits for a UK drone licence depend on the licence you want/need.

Which DJI drones can I fly without a licence?

From the start of 2026, it's fair to say that a drone licence will be required for all DJI drones, in regards to the Flyer ID.