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Last reviewed: 2026-04

Travelling to Singapore with snus or nicotine pouches? Both are banned in Singapore. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 21+. Personal import of snus is prohibited. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, and vaping in Singapore as of 2026-04, with official sources where available.

Snus

Banned

Legal basis: Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act 1993, Sec. 15(a)

Import, sale, possession and use of smokeless tobacco including snus are all prohibited. Even personal possession is an offence.

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Nicotine Pouches

Banned

Legal basis: Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act 1993 (as amended)

Nicotine pouches are classified as prohibited tobacco products under Singapore law.

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Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 21+

Cigarettes legal 21+. Minimum age raised from 19 to 21 in 2019. No duty-free tobacco for travellers. Strict regulation under TCASA 1993. Large health warnings.

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Vape / E-cigarettes

Banned

E-cigarettes are prohibited tobacco products under the Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act. Sale, import, possession and use are all offences.

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Personal Import

Snus
Prohibited
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.