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This barrier is unrelated to the end of the transition period, following the United Kingdom's departure from the EU.

Public ID: PID-LGOPA9

Drone operators from the UK can now take exams in English or with an English translator in Belgium

in Belgium

Trade barrier summary

European Union regulations 2019/947 and 2019/945 have superseded local Flemish regulations. The changes came into force on 31 December 2020. They allow drone operator exams for the certification of flying category SPECIFIC Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Belgium to be taken in English or with an English translator present.

Sectors affected

  • Aerospace
  • Energy

Resolved

Yes - January 2021

Date reported

21 March 2019

Last updated

14 October 2025

Public ID

PID-LGOPA9

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