Hello everyone, I am Ceci and today I am going to give you a summarization of the regulations in airlines which are relevant to vaping or ecigs in different countries. We’ve done our best to research every country in the world. Obviously, it’s a massive task, and we’ve had to rely on secondary sources and information which is subject to change. Fortunately, feedback from hundreds of vapers and travellers have helped us to keep this page up-to-date.

Vapers and Electronic Cigarette Wholesalers Must Read. So, if you have any personal experience or additional information, please share in the comments below and we will update this post. In cases where the regulation has been listed as unclear, you should proceed with caution when taking your e-cigarette and any nicotine refills.

It is important to note, that even if e-cigarettes are legal in a country, there may be a lack of stores from which to buy refills from, so stock up before you go! Over the years it’s become clear that just while vaping is officially banned in many countries, the regulations are often not enforced. For example, in the comments below Tony notes that in the UAE vaping is officially banned, but is increasingly popular and there seems to be not attempt to enforce the regulations.

Over the years it’s become clear that just while vaping is officially banned in many countries, the regulations are often not enforced. For example, in the comments below Tony notes that in the UAE vaping is officially banned, but is increasingly popular and there seems to be not attempt to enforce the regulations.

Americas

Canada

Personal use is allowed, so you should have no trouble taking it through customs. Canada is very against electronic cigarettes but does not appear to have the legal basis to ban their use. Nevertheless, e-liquid sent to Canada via mail are often seized. Regional restrictions apply in places – one reader has reported that shops in Quebec need to have tinted windows!

U.S.A

Although e-cigarettes are legal, their use is regulated differently by states and even cities – check before you vape. Where we have specific information on localities we have detailed them below.

Please note ALL federal parks have restrictions on vaping so vape carefully when visiting one; it’s a good idea to ask authorities (park rangers) before vaping when in a federal park or landmark. In addition, many states are now choosing to ban the use of e-cigarettes indoors, and in some places regulations have put it in place which are effectively forcing the closure of some vape companies.

Central America

Caribbean – Unclear.

Costa Rica – Regulated as tobacco product.

Jamaica – There is no ban on electronic cigarettes, so you should be able to take them with you when you travel. However, the Ministry advises all products containing nicotine that are being imported for sale, require a registration and a permit. (Source)

Mexico – Banned import and sale. However, many vapers have reported no issues in regards to taking e-cigs though customs for personal use.

Panama – The law is unclear, although according to Alan Cairns in the comments below they are still sold in airport bars, where you can also vape! Many vapers have travelled through customs without any issues, but we have recently had one report of a

e-cig being confiscated.

South America

Argentina – Import, manufacturing and sale is banned. Import for personal use appears to be fine, according to Josh in the comments, but it’s still best to be weary.

Brazil – Banned, but readers have vaped without any issue.

Bolivia – Unclear.

Chile – Unclear.

Colombia – Sources vary as to it’s legality, but some vapers have reported no issues with taking it through customs and vaping whilst there.

Update: Mateo Toro reports:

Vapers and Electronic Cigarette Wholesalers Must Read. “Vaping in Colombia is allowed. You can vape inside malls and big areas, of course not on small restaurants or tight spaces. No problems with customs so far, they understand what it is…”
Ecuador – Legal but treated as a tobacco product.

Update: Luis Felipe advises:

“Bring supplies, juice offer is minimal and overpriced, gear is mostly unavailable, so pack all you will need. Customs at the airport are not interested in vaping gear or juice, so you can pack heavy.”

El Salvador – Legal. You can even get a card from the medical community to explain you are using at as a smoking cessation aid, and that it is harmless to those around you! (Thanks to Miguel for the update.)

French Guiana – Unclear.

Guatamela – Legal.

Guyana – Unclear.

Paraguay – Unclear, although readers report vaping without any issue.

Peru – Unclear.

Suriname – Banned.

Uruguay – Unclear, but readers have vaped there without any issues.

Venezuela – Unclear.