How much does a drone licence cost in Sweden?

Transportstyrelsen’s fees for the drone licence and operator ID, under the fee regulations in force from 1 August 2026.

Last updated 29 October 2026

Short answer

The A1/A3 drone licence costs SEK 600 at Transportstyrelsen. A2 costs SEK 850, or SEK 600 if you have already paid for A1/A3. If your drone has a camera or weighs 250 grams or more, you also need an operator ID: SEK 190 to register and SEK 250 a year.

Theory tests and licence

Fees for theory tests and the drone licence
A1/A3 theory test (online)SEK 600
A2 theory testSEK 850
A2 theory test if you already paid for A1/A3SEK 600
Retake (any subcategory)SEK 600
Licence renewalSEK 550

The fee covers one attempt and is paid before the test starts. It is not refunded if you stop the test. The licence is valid for 5 years.

Operator ID

Fees for operator registration
Operator registrationSEK 190
Annual operator ID feeSEK 250

The annual fee is charged to whoever is registered on 1 January. Deregister by 31 December to avoid the next year’s fee. How to register.

Example: your first year

  • A1/A3 and operator ID: SEK 600 + 190 = SEK 790. SEK 250 the year after.
  • A1/A3, A2 and operator ID: SEK 600 + 600 + 190 = SEK 1,390.

A course at a drone school costs extra if you choose to take one. To practise on your own, you can start free here.

Sources: TSFS 2026:77, Transportstyrelsen: Avgifter för teoriprov och kompetensbevis, Transportstyrelsen: Avgifter för drönaroperatörer, Transportstyrelsen: Drones (English). Rules can change, so always check with Transportstyrelsen before you fly.

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