11-country 'ban' warning for UK holidaymakers with £750 fines

There are also strict rules around destinations such as Vatican City and Cyprus

People who vape have been warned about travel to a range of popular tourist destinations - including 11 countries where the habit is completely banned. With the Easter holidays here, it's anticipated that more UK residents will be planning quick-break trips to sunny destinations.

Searches for ‘cheap Europe city break’ have increased by 241% over the last week, in the UK alone. Vape pod retailer Vape Club is warning Brits who travel with vapes or e-cigarettes to check for any restrictions on the devices at their destination, or they could face significant consequences.

If travelling to Italy, Brits are being warned that whilst it is not illegal to vape in Rome, it is completely banned in Vatican City. While smoking has been banned since 2002, vaping has been banned within the walls of the city-state since 2020.

Countries where e-cigarettes are completely banned as of April 2025

There are complete vaping bans in place in the following popular destinations:

• Mexico
• Taiwan
• Argentina
• India
• Vietnam
• Maldives
• Mauritius
• Cambodia
• Laos
• Panama
• Brazil
• Nicaragua
• Seychelles
• Uruguay

In Cyprus, it is illegal to vape in public areas or in a private vehicle where a child under the age of 18 or a pregnant woman is present. A breach of these rules could result in a fine of up to £725. Vapers visiting Hungary could be fined up to £750 for vaping in public spaces, where smoking is also banned.

Dan Marchant, Director of Vape Club, said: “As vaping grows in popularity globally, the laws surrounding it are constantly changing. It's crucial for vapers to check the local vaping laws of their destination before booking their trip to avoid potential fines, or even more severe consequences if vaping is banned in that country.

“The illegal vape trade has grown in countries where vaping is under strict regulation and mirrors the issues once prevalent in the cigarette black market, including youth usage, potentially dangerous products, and unregulated retail sales. To avoid using illegal and potentially harmful products, it's advisable for travellers to bring their own vaping devices and supplies to countries that permit them in limited quantities for personal use.

“For those travelling to vaping-friendly destinations by plane, remember to pack your batteries and vaping devices in your carry-on luggage. This ensures they remain in a pressure-controlled environment, as they're not allowed in checked baggage."