Vaping Products & E-Cigarette Regulations: how it works in Vietnam — first-hand
Short answer
Vaping devices and e-cigarettes exist in a legal gray area in Vietnam, making their status uncertain. It is recommended to keep devices in your pockets rather than luggage to avoid detection, and if flagged at security, remain polite and compliant to prevent confiscation.
From real experience
Vaping devices and e-cigarettes are in a legal gray area in Vietnam.
It is advised to keep devices in your pockets rather than luggage during transit. There are no body scanners for arriving passengers, but security gates are present at departure terminals. If flagged, compliance and politeness are the best strategies to avoid confiscation. Replacement heating sticks can be purchased from informal street vendors, but prices are typically inflated, and heavy bargaining is required.
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Concerns about transporting iQOS devices and sticks when departing from Vietnam (Cam Ranh).
While the device may pass through easily (e.g., in a pocket), there are reports of issues with sticks being detected on X-ray scanners. It's advisable to check current regulations and be aware of potential difficulties.
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Clarify the regulations regarding the import of electronic cigarettes, such as IQOS, into Vietnam.
Advise on the best way to carry them (e.g., in hand luggage) and any potential restrictions or screening procedures at airports like Cam Ranh.