Canada
Last reviewed: 2026-04
Travelling to Canada with snus or nicotine pouches? Both are restricted in Canada. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 18+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, and vaping in Canada as of 2026-04, with official sources where available.
Snus
RestrictedMinimum age: 18+
Legal basis: Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) S.C. 2018, c. 9
Snus is legal to buy and use in Canada. Certain flavour additives are prohibited. Age minimum varies by province (18 or 19).
Nicotine Pouches
RestrictedMinimum age: 18+
Nicotine pouches fall under the TVPA. Legal for adults. Specific regulations are under development.
Cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Cigarettes legal 18/19+ (age varies by province). Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA). Plain packaging required. Duty-free: 200 cigarettes.
Vape / E-cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Vaping products legal for adults 18+ (19+ in some provinces). Regulated under the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA). Nicotine cap 20 mg/ml. Flavour bans in several provinces.
Personal Import
Sources
- LAWJustice Canada — TVPAAccessed 2026-04
- GOVHealth Canada — TVPAAccessed 2026-04
- GOVHealth Canada — Vaping Products RegulationsAccessed 2026-04
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations regarding snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes and vaping change frequently. Always verify the current legal status with official government sources before travelling. NicotineAtlas assumes no liability for actions taken based on information presented here.