Vaping Abroad

Vaping Abroad - Rules and Restrictions

Being a relatively new phenomenon, the rules and regulations on vaping can change rapidly and without warning. If you are traveling and planning on bringing your e-cigs and accessories with you, it's crucial to understand the rules, laws, and regulations in the countries you're traveling to. We've already covered TSA's rules for flying and prohibited items in the air, but in this article we're covering what you need to know about the countries you land in.

Countries Where Vaping is Legal

In this segment, we're going to break down the list of countries where vaping is currently legal. However, it is critical to note that vaping is often restricted to specific areas and zones within countries. For example, vaping can be banned in public spaces, allowed in bars, banned near schools, etc. Therefore, you should research the specifics of the vaping regulations in the country you're traveling to. Furthermore, laws are subject to change so you should check them right before you travel just in case.

Vaping is Currently Permitted in:

1. Albania
2. Armenia
3. Austria
4. Belgium
5. Bosnia & Herzegovina
6. Bulgaria
7. Canada
8. China
9. Costa Rica
10. Croatia
11. Cyprus
12. Czech Republic
13. Denmark
14. Dubai (UAE)
15. Estonia
16. El Salvador
17. Finland
18. France
19. Germany
20. Gibraltar
21. Greece
22. Honduras
23. Hungary
24. India
25. Ireland
26. Israel
27. Italy
28. Japan
29. Latvia
30. Malta
31. Mexico (Importing vape products is illegal so travel lightly with vape products and e-liquids)
32. Netherlands
33. New Zealand
34. Norway
35. Paraguay
36. Peru
37. Poland
38. Portugal
39. Romania
40. Russia
41. Slovenia
42. South Korea
43. Spain
44. Sweden
45. Switzerland
46. Taiwan
47. Turkey
48. UK
49. Ukraine

Countries Where Vaping is Illegal

In this segment, we'll be breaking down the countries where vaping is illegal. Fines, penalties, and even imprisonment are potential consequences for vaping in these countries, so it is not worth it to risk it! Again, since laws are subject to change, as the date of your trip approaches, check the most recent legislation to understand the status of vaping in the country you're visiting.

Vaping is currently banned in:

1. Argentina
2. Brazil
3. Brunei
4. Cambodia
5. Egypt
6. India
7. Indonesia
8. Jordan
9. Lebanon
10. Lithuania
11. Oman
12. Panama
13. Philippines
14. Saudi Arabia
15. Seychelles
16. Singapore
17. Suriname
18. Tajikistan
19. United Arab Emirates
20. Uruguay
21. Venezuela
22. Vietnam

Countries Where Vaping is Legal But Restricted

The status of vaping can get even more confusing within certain countries that have more complicated restrictions. For example, the legality of e-cigs is pending in many nations. Also, newer vaping technology is constantly under legal scrutiny and evaluation. If you're visiting any of the following countries and planning on vaping, take extra care in reviewing the most recent policies.

The following countries have more of a grey-area legal perspective on e-cigs:

1. Australia: Vaping is allowed here but there are harsh regulations on nicotine and the importation of nicotine-related products and vapes.
2. Colombia: Colombia's laws regarding vaping are unclear but it seems permissible.
3. Hong Kong - Nicotine vape juice is illegal.
4. Malaysia - Vaping nicotine e-liquid is illegal.
5. Nicaragua - Large-scale bans on vape juice with nicotine are in place.
6. Panama - You can use vape products but cannot import or sell them.
7. South Africa - Nicotine vaping is illegal.
8. Turkey - You cannot purchase e-cigarettes in Turkey, but you can bring your own for personal use.

Planning your Trip

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