With the popularity of e-cigarettes, many passengers are concerned when traveling: "Can I bring a vape on the plane?" The answer is yes, but you must comply with aviation safety regulations, otherwise you may face device confiscation, fines, or even legal risks. Below I will discuss with you the things to pay attention to when bringing e-cigarettes on the plane:
Why can’t you bring a vape on board an airplane?
1. Strictly prohibited on board: You are prohibited from using any e-cigarettes during the entire flight (including in the bathroom). Because both e-cigarettes and other cigarettes may cause serious accidents, it is clearly prohibited on board. Violators may face high fines or even be included in the no-fly list. But you can reasonably carry it on board;
2. Electronic cigarette devices usually use lithium batteries, which may short-circuit, overheat or even catch fire under high voltage and high temperature. Therefore, global aviation management agencies (such as FAA and IATA) have stipulated: Allowed to be carried on (electronic cigarettes and spare batteries must be placed in hand luggage); Prohibited from being checked in (the cargo hold environment cannot be monitored, and the consequences of a fire are serious);
3. E-liquid is restricted:E-liquid is a liquid item and must comply with aviation security rules: 1. Single bottle ≤ 100ml (3.4 ounces); 2. All liquids must be placed in a transparent sealed bag (capacity not exceeding 1 liter); 3. E-liquid exceeding 100ml must be checked in (but some countries prohibit the entry of nicotine-containing e-liquid, so please check in advance);
How to carry a vape smoothly?
If we carry e-cigarettes on the plane, we can carry them into the aircraft cabin, but we must make sure not to use it or charge it. It is prohibited to carry or store e-cigarettes in the aircraft luggage area, because the possibility of e-cigarette devices overheating and catching fire on the plane still exists. There have been related cases in 2023.
1. If your e-cigarette has a removable battery, you should consider removing the battery and storing it separately in your box;
2. If your e-cigarette has a manual ignition button or power switch, be sure to turn it off;
3. If you have a cartridge-type e-cigarette without a manual ignition button, you can remove the cartridge to turn it off;
4. If you are carrying disposable e-cigarettes, it is best to leave them in their original packaging, as this can avoid accidental activation and leakage;
5. Don't try to charge e-cigarettes in carry-on luggage;
Through the above checks, you can make your trip smoother and more enjoyable
Special precautions for international travel
High-risk destinations
Thailand: Total ban, up to 10 years in prison
Singapore: Prohibition of sales and imports, fines up to 2,000 Singapore dollars
UAE: Need to apply for permission in advance
Japan: Nicotine content limit (20mg/ml)
Transit precautions
Even if the final destination allows e-cigarettes, the transit country (such as China, Qatar, etc.) may confiscate the device.
If you are really keen on e-cigarettes, it is recommended that you: 1. Choose a direct flight to use it after reaching the destination; 2. Check the regulations of the transit country in advance. If the transit country does not allow it, it is recommended not to carry e-cigarettes to reduce unnecessary trouble and economic losses; 3. If necessary, you can buy it locally (if the country sells e-cigarettes).
