The drone license is mandatory for all drone pilots operating drones in the "open" category with a weight exceeding 249 g (A1, A2, and A3).
This certification is obtained through an online course, which is provided free of charge by Austro Control. After completing the course and practicing with sample questions, pilots must take a 40-question multiple-choice test, which is also free and conducted online.
Upon successful completion, the competency certificate can be downloaded or printed via the provided link. It must be carried on every flight, either electronically (e.g., on a smartphone) or in printed form.