BE CAREFUL IF
TRAVELLING TO:
BRUNEI
Since 2010, e-cigarettes have been
illegal here and are often confiscated
at the airport. Vaping in public can
land you with a $300 fine.
EGYPT
LOVE YOUR LIQUIDS
Taking your own juices with you seems to
be the recommended suggestion, but just
because you’re on holiday don’t get lazy.
Ensure the lids are always left sealed
on e-liquids to avoid oxidisation, which
interacts with the nicotine content and can
weaken the strength. The heat and UV
rays from that much-loved sunshine can
also cause some serious problems for
juices, altering both taste and texture. Try
and keep e-liquids in a room temperature
environment away from direct sunlight.
SUPPLY SAFETY
This last point counts for both taking your
existing device along or buying a new one
whilst abroad. Charging devices is often
a necessary evil, but when away from
home it is important to check that the
power ratings match.
In Europe power outlets provide 230V of
electricity at 50Hz, whilst in North America
the standard is 120V at 60Hz which is a
big difference. Do your research. For fire
safety reasons it is important you check
your vapes voltage requirements.
There is a lot of confusion around
the laws here because there are
so many grey areas. E-cigarettes
were banned back in 2015.
MALAYSIA
Even though there is no nationwide
rule, certain states have prohibited
their sale. For example, in Selangor
vaping in a public park could result in
two years imprisonment.
NORWAY
E-cigarette products that contain
nicotine are banned, but residents
with a medical note can import them.
PANAMA
There is toleration of personal use
but selling and importing vaping
products is illegal.
SINGAPORE
Since 2010 it has been illegal to buy,
sell or import these products, fines of
up to $5,000 can be served.
THAILAND
The rules on vaping here are very
strict. Vapes, re-fills and juices are
illegal and if convicted carry a 10-
year prison sentence.
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