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France

EuropeEU member. Has additionally banned nicotine pouches at national level.

Last reviewed: 2026-04

Travelling to France with snus or nicotine pouches? Snus is restricted and nicotine pouches are banned. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 18+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, and vaping in France as of 2026-04, with official sources where available.

Snus

Restricted

Legal basis: EU Directive 2014/40/EU Art. 17

Sale and commercial import of snus banned under EU TPD. Personal import in small quantities tolerated in practice but not explicitly authorised.

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Nicotine Pouches

Banned

Legal basis: Code de la santé publique (national ban on nicotine pouches)

France has banned nicotine pouches at national level. Both sale and import are prohibited.

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Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: EU Tobacco Products Directive 2014/40/EU

Cigarettes legal 18+. Plain packaging required since 2017. Strict advertising and display restrictions.

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Vape / E-cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: EU Tobacco Products Directive 2014/40/EU Art. 20

E-cigarettes regulated under EU TPD Article 20. Legal for adults 18+. Nicotine concentration capped at 20 mg/ml, tank volume at 2 ml. Standardised health warnings required.

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Personal Import

Snus
Unknown

Tolerated in practice; no officially published personal limit.

Nicotine Pouches
Prohibited

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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.