Switzerland is introducing new regulations for flying drones. Depending upon circumstances, registration is required. See the FOCA announcement page and the FAQ on new drone regulations. For most FPV drones, one of the A1 categories is likely.
Registration is required as per the FAQ:
| Category | Weight | Flight Area | Registration | Pilot Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | < 250g | Areas in which the drone will not fly over assemblies of people | Not necessary unless the aircraft is equipped with a camera or other sensor that collects personal data | None |
| A1 | < 900g | Areas in which the drone will not fly over assemblies of people Areas in which, after reasonable assessment, the conclusion may be drawn that no uninvolved persons will be flown over | Yes | Online training and examination |
| A2 | < 4kg | Areas in which the drone will not fly over assemblies of people Areas in which, after reasonable assessment, the conclusion may be drawn that no uninvolved persons will be flown over. Areas in which a minimum horizontal safety distance of 30 m is maintained from uninvolved persons | Yes | Remote pilot certificate (includes completion of online training and examination as for A1 and A3, declaration of practical self-study, additional theory examination) |
| A3 | < 25kg | Areas in which the drone will not fly over assemblies of people Areas in which, after reasonable assessment, the conclusion may be drawn that no uninvolved persons will be flown over Areas in which a minimum horizontal safety distance of 150 m is maintained from residential, commercial, industrial and recreational areas | Yes | Online training and examination |