Nicotine, electronic cigarettes and vapes
Vaping goods include:
- devices
- vaping accessories
- vaping substances
- all liquid nicotine, whether or not the liquid nicotine is intended for vaping.
Heat-not-burn tobacco products, such as heatsticks or IQOS devices, are also controlled under Regulation 5A of the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956.
Regulation 5A of the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 prohibits the import of vaping goods and Heat-not-burn tobacco products unless you have prior permission.
View the
Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956.
For information on vape reforms, visit the Therapeutic Goods Administration website.
For more information about the permit requirements for vaping goods, visit the Office of Drug Control.
Nicotine is controlled under the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989. This includes
nicotine pouches.
