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Vaping / E-cigs — United Kingdom
What travelers need to know about vaping / e-cigs in United Kingdom. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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You cannot buy a disposable (single-use) vape anywhere in the UK — sale and supply have been banned since 1 June 2025. Only rechargeable, refillable vapes are sold.
The ban targets businesses, not travellers: retailers face a £200 fine and seizure of stock in the first instance, then an unlimited fine and up to 2 years in prison. Practical effect for a visitor — plan on bringing a rechargeable device or buying one there.
§ GOV.UK (Defra)Verified Aug 17, 2026
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