Electronic Cigarettes (Vaping Devices): It is illegal for travelers to bring electronic cigarettes (vaping devices) and all vaping solutions to Mexico. Customs will confiscate vaping devices and solutions and travelers could be fined or arrested.
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You can pack all other liquid items – but not disposable vapes, since they have batteries – in your checked luggage. When you go through the airport security checkpoint, remove the zip-top bag from your carry-on bag and present it for separate inspection. That's it!
Any vaper who has to travel will, at some point, wonder if you can bring vapes on a plane and through TSA. But what about disposable vapes? The good news is that you can bring your disposable vape!
According to the TSA website, passengers are allowed to bring onto the plane electronic cigarettes and vaping devices, such as batteries, atomizers, only in their carry-on bags. However, passengers are not allowed to have any of these vape related items in their checked bags due to safety measures.
Since most vape devices contain metal components, they are likely to be detected by metal detectors. It's important to be aware of this when passing through security checkpoints or entering places where metal detectors are in use.
Are Vape Pens legal in Mexico? This is the official guidance from Mexico customs: 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.
Vape devices and e-cigarettes should be packed in carry-on luggage only, with a maximum of 20 batteries. Refills and e-liquids must also be kept in hand luggage with a maximum bottle size of 100ml. You can take up to 20 batteries on board. These can be packed in your hand luggage but not in your checked baggage.
Just leave it in your purse. You don't have to take it out. You can carry it on no problem, just whatever you do don't put it in your checked luggage. I travel about 3 times a week and just keep it in my purse, not once has security pulled it out and asked what it was.
Although police have been slow to enforce the new laws, tourists and residents that smoke on public beaches in Cancun and the Riviera Maya could face significant penalties, including fines or arrest.
If you're planning a trip to Cancun, it might be best to leave the cigarettes at home. Mexico has just imposed a strict new law banning smoking in public places, including in hotels and on beaches. The legislation is some of the most restrictive of its kind worldwide.