Travelling with Your E-Cigarette in 2024

July 17, 2024

Travelling with your e-cigarette in 2024 can be a tricky endeavour due to varying international regulations and policies, especially when it comes to air travel. Vapers often have questions about how to safely pack their devices and e-liquids, as well as the specific rules they need to follow. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or preparing for your first trip with a vape, understanding the guidelines can help ensure a smooth journey. This blog aims to provide essential tips and address common concerns to make your travel experience as seamless as possible. So fold up your trays, buckle up your seat belt and let's take off!

General Tips for Travelling with E-Cigarettes

When travelling, especially by air, it's important to be aware of the rules and regulations regarding e-cigarettes and e-liquids. Here are some general tips to keep in mind:

Research Airline Policies: Before you fly, check with your airline about their specific policies on e-cigarettes and e-liquids. This can vary between airlines and destinations.
Pack Safely: Always pack your e-cigarette and e-liquids in your carry-on luggage. Never place them in your checked baggage due to the risk of battery fires.
Battery Safety: Ensure your e-cigarette is turned off and any spare batteries are stored in a protective case to prevent accidental activation or short circuits.
Liquid Limits: E-liquids should comply with the airline's liquid restrictions, typically stored in containers no larger than 100ml and placed in a clear plastic bag.
Only Carry Empty Vape Tanks or Pods: When flying at high altitudes, air pressure can cause some refillable vape tanks and pods to leak. It’s worth emptying your device’s e-liquid chamber to avoid this issue. Prefilled Pods are less likely to leak, however.
You can use Global Tobacco Control’s handy policy scanner to look up the specific restrictions for your destination by visiting www.globaltobaccocontrol.org.

Packing your kit

Many high-wattage advanced vape kits used for sub-ohm vaping employ removable external batteries. As such, for your own safety and the safety of your fellow passengers, you should ensure that you use a protective case to separately store your e-cigarette and batteries for the duration of the flight. You can find plastic battery cases at Vapestore to keep your batteries from coming into contact with each other during travel. It is strongly advised that you dismantle your e-cigarette before storing it away for travel, turning the battery off and unscrewing it from the tank or clearomizer. If your device uses removeable batteries, you should take the batteries out of the device and keep them stored in one of the secure cases listed on our website.

For more advice about protecting your batteries, visit our Battery Safety page.

Since advanced vape kits often feature tanks with glass elements that can break, we recommend detaching the tank from the mod and store in a protective wrapping such as a towel or bubble-wrap, and stow safely in your luggage.

Most pod kits and starter kits will travel well without dissasembly as they typically employ more durable PCG plastic components.

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Research!

Once you’ve arrived at your destination, you need to be sure that you can use your e-cigarette freely in the particular country. Although e-cigs are ever-growing in popularity across Europe, many countries impose restrictions and some have even banned the use of vape equipment entirely, imposing hefty fines or prison sentences to anyone found flouting the law.

You can use Global Tobacco Control’s handy policy scanner to look up the specific restrictions for your destination by visiting https://www.globaltobaccocontrol.org/e-cigarette/country-laws/view

We’d hate to think of any vaper having their e-cigarette confiscated and being forced to resort back to tobacco cigarettes to calm their cravings whilst out of the country. That’s why we always advocate you do your research, pack carefully and most importantly, vape safely and satisfyingly whilst on your travels.

Specific Considerations for Air Travel

Here are some answers to common questions about taking vapes on a plane:

Can you take vapes on a plane? Yes, you can take vapes on a plane, but they must be in your carry-on luggage.

How many vapes can you take on a plane? Most airlines do not specify a limit on the number of vapes you can carry, but it’s advisable to check with your airline beforehand.

Can you take vape liquid on a plane? Yes, you can take vape liquid on a plane, but it must adhere to the 100ml liquid rule and be placed in a clear plastic bag.

Can you take a vape on a plane? Yes, you can take a vape on a plane, but make sure it’s packed in your carry-on and not in checked luggage.

Can you take vapes on a plane UK? Yes, you can take vapes on a plane in the UK, following the same guidelines of keeping them in your carry-on baggage.

Travelling Internationally

Regulations for e-cigarettes can vary widely by country. Always check the destination country's regulations on e-cigarettes before you travel. Some countries have strict laws and may confiscate your vape gear if it's not compliant with their regulations.

Conclusion

Travelling with your e-cigarette doesn't have to be stressful if you follow the guidelines and prepare in advance. Ensure you pack your e-cigarette and e-liquids correctly, adhere to airline policies, and research international regulations.