Early Spring is a time when many of us begin planning our Summer holidays, but if you’re a vaper, it might be worth looking into the regulations of your chosen destination to make sure you’re following the rules correctly.
Firstly, you’ll need to check with your airline on what their policies are regarding electronic devices. The vast majority of airlines will not allow you to use or charge e-cigarettes on board, and use of a vaping device on a Qatar Airways flight could land you in jail.
The good news is most airlines will allow you to take your e-cigarette on board in your hand luggage. You will normally be fine with taking small bottles of e-liquid, as they fall under the 100ml liquid limit, but cabin pressure during the flight could potentially cause issue with clearomizers and tanks, so this is worth bearing in mind.
Have a look at this brief rundown on popular holiday destinations, and their stance on e-cigarettes:
Mexico- banned
Bulgaria- permitted
Spain- permitted
Thailand- banned
Malta- permitted
Turkey- banned
Greece- unclear
Dubai- banned
USA- permitted
Italy- permitted
France- partially permitted, not in public spaces
Portugal- permitted
If you are thinking of booking a holiday, research the country you’d like to visit to make sure you comply with their e-cigarette laws and customs, and check with your airline on their stance on e-cigarettes to make your journey as smooth as possible.
