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Can I bring my vape to Cancun 2023?

It's illegal to bring electronic cigarettes/vaping devices and solutions into Mexico. You could have these items confiscated by customs officials if you have them in your possession. You could also be fined or detained.



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In conclusion, when you fly or have to go through airport security, think of your vapes like any other small electronic device such as your phone or laptop—you just can't use them whenever you feel like it. It's okay to have them in your carry-on as long as they're not in your checked luggage.

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Traveling with an e-cigarette or vape through airport security is permitted so long as you comply with the liquid rules.

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Electronic smoking devices are allowed only in carry-on baggage. Passengers are required to take effective measures for preventing accidental activation of the heating element of the device when transporting the devices. See the FAA regulations for examples of effective measures.

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The Canadian government updated its Mexico advisory on Jan. 20, stating that the country has banned smoking in all public places effective January 2023. Some of the places tourists can no longer smoke in include beaches, parks, hotels, and restaurants. If you are caught smoking in public, you may be fined.

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If you are caught with a disposable vape in Mexico, you could be fined or even arrested. There are a few exceptions to this rule. For example, if you have a medical condition that requires you to use a vape, you may be able to bring it into Mexico with a doctor's prescription.

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Taking your disposable vapes on the plane with you
Remember to never place disposable vapes in your checked luggage. Airport security typically checks these bags for prohibited items, and having a disposable vape there can result in it being confiscated or even land you with a fine.

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Instead of packing all of your clothing in your checked luggage, pack a few items in your carry-on. Whether you choose jeans, undergarments, or shoes, tucking your vape kit away in layers of clothes makes it easier for your kit to go entirely unnoticed by TSA.

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Vaping devices like vape mods and vape pens can travel with you on airplanes. They can go in carry-on luggage or in your pockets. But never in checked luggage. That's for any kind of vapes that have lithium batteries.

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This is because the vapes are used with lithium batteries, which are highly flammable and all airlines do not carry lithium batteries in the plane's storage as a matter of course. All vaping devices are allowed while traveling with you in carry-on baggage.

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The TSA and airport security have an uniform policy regarding vaporizers and e-cigarettes. It can't be checked in with the rest of the luggage. If the TSA discovers your e-vaping device during check-in, they may confiscate it, regardless of your age. They may require you to carry it in your hand in some instances.

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The only legal place to smoke tobacco in Mexico is inside private homes or private outdoor spaces. The country now has one of the world's strictest anti-tobacco laws. Tourists who smoke could face fines of between $50 and $300 (€46 and €277) for lighting up in public, according to Reuters.

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Please note, passengers are not permitted to bring e-cigarettes into Cuba under any circumstances. If you are found to be carrying an e-cigarette, or if one is found in your hand luggage or suitcase, it will be confiscated on arrival. You can, however, purchase cigarettes and tobacco whilst in Cuba.

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