Summary of Vape Import Ban — Effective March 1, 2024

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As of March 1, 2024, the Australian Government has implemented a full ban on the personal importation of all vaping products, including e-liquids (nicotine and non-nicotine), vape devices, and accessories.

What's banned?

It is now illegal to import the following without a valid import permit:

• Nicotine or non-nicotine e-liquids
• Disposable or refillable vape devices
• Replacement pods or coils
• E-cigarette accessories

What this means:

Any parcel containing the above items will be seized and destroyed by Australian Border Force unless you hold a special exemption or import permit.

Official Information

For official information, visit the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care:

• Regulatory Reforms Overview – TGA
• Compliance & Enforcement – TGA
• Information for Patients – TGA

Former Requirements (Oct 1, 2021 – Feb 29, 2024)

Prior to the 2024 ban, nicotine vape products were considered prescription-only medicines in Australia.

Between October 2021 and February 2024, customers could legally import:

• Nicotine e-liquids or pods
• Unflavoured nicotine base

Only if a valid prescription from an Australian-registered doctor was provided.

0mg/mL products were exempt during this period but are now included under the full import ban.