Effective January 1, 2025, Vietnam has implemented a comprehensive ban on electronic cigarettes, IQOS devices, vapes, sticks, and hookah devices. Import, sale, storage, transport, and use of these products are prohibited. Border confiscation is standard upon arrival. Penalties include: storage or use at home—3–5 million VND fine plus device confiscation and destruction; allowing others to use vapes in your residence, bar, café, or apartment—5–10 million VND fine.
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Vietnam Bans Electronic Cigarettes, Vapes, and E-Smoking Devices from January 1, 2025
Effective January 1, 2025, Vietnam has implemented a comprehensive ban on electronic cigarettes, IQOS devices, vapes, sticks, and hookah devices. Import, sale, storage, transport, and use of these products are prohibited. Border confiscation is standard upon arrival. Penalties include: storage or use at home—3–5 million VND fine plus device confiscation and destruction; allowing others to use vapes in your residence, bar, café, or apartment—5–10 million VND fine.