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Last reviewed: 2026-04

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

Snus

Banned

Legal basis: Federal Law No. 15 of 2009 on Tobacco Control

Oral tobacco including snus is banned. Import and sale prohibited.

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Nicotine Pouches

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Nicotine pouches (tobacco-free) are not covered by the tobacco law and are reported as permitted. Nicotine content must not exceed 16.6 mg/pouch.

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Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Cigarettes legal 18+. Federal Law No. 15/2009. Strict public smoking restrictions. Duty-free allowance: 400 cigarettes.

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Vape / E-cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: UAE Cabinet Decision No. 31/2019 on E-Cigarettes

E-cigarettes and vaping products permitted for adults 18+. Regulated by the Ministry of Health. Nicotine concentration limits apply. Use in public places is prohibited.

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Personal Import

Snus
Prohibited
Nicotine Pouches
Allowed

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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.