The FCC has taken a decisive step that could affect the availability of the DJI drones on American shelves. The US regulator has voted unanimously 3-0, giving it the power to ban imports of devices made by companies deemed national-security risks, including DJI drones and other equipment.
US FCC might soon ban the sale of DJI drones in the country
In the last week of October 2025, the FCC voted to allow itself to have the power to ban devices that were earlier approved for import. However, the ban can only be carried out if the manufacturer is later designated a national-security risk. This means that even existing models that are on sale could be subject to restrictions.
The new rule targets components, such as radio transmitters inside drones or other wireless devices, that might carry security risks. Talking specifically about the DJI drones, it is not yet formally listed on the FCC’s “Covered List.” However, the risk of inclusion is increasing.
DJI might as well face an import ban due to delayed audits
As per the new FY25 National Defense Authorization Act of the US, the DJI must undergo a complete security audit by the end of December 2025. If the company avoids the audit, it would automatically trigger import bans.
If DJI is added to the covered list, new products from the company, and perhaps the older models, could be barred from import and sale in the US market. This might happen as early as late December. Because of the uncertainty, DJI models are already becoming harder to find in the region.
Thankfully, the new rule excludes existing DJI drone owners from the impact of the final decision of the authority. The FCC has clarified that its rule doesn’t apply retroactively to consumer devices already in possession. However, the availability of spare parts, after-sales, and software updates may later become uncertain.
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