In conclusion, when you fly or have to go through TSA, think of your disposable vapes like any other small electronic device—you just can't use them. It's okay to possess them as long as they're not in your checked luggage. Also of note, stealth vaping is only something you do when there aren't actual consequences.
Generally, a disposable vape is roughly the same amount as 20 cigarettes, so if you're a heavy smoker you may want to take one for each day that you're away for. Many airlines allow for 15-20 disposable vapes to be taken onboard with you but you must check beforehand with the airline.
Most airlines allow you to take between 15 to 20 disposable devices, so long as they are safely sealed and stored in your hand luggage, but it is worth checking before you fly.
Vaping is unfortunately treated the same as cigarettes in Australia and across the globe, even worse in some countries. While you can bring your vape on a plane, they must be carried in with you or in your carry-on luggage.
In short: you can put disposable vapes in your carry on suitcase, but not in any checked in suitcase. Vapes, like most electronic devices, usually have lithium batteries that make them a potential fire hazard and is the reason they cannot be kept in your checked in luggage.
Electronic smoking devices contain lithium batteries that pose a fire risk. Passengers are allowed to bring the devices on board but they must be appropriately packed. Vapes, e-cigarettes and spare lithium batteries must be placed in carry-on luggage only.
Electronic smoking devices are allowed only in carry-on baggage. Passengers are required to take effective measures for preventing accidental activation of the heating element of the device when transporting the devices.
All single-use, disposable vapes will be banned. The reforms aim to make it easier for smokers wanting to quit tobacco smoking to get a prescription and to understand the contents of the vaping products they then buy.
With a valid prescription from an Australia doctor you can legally import 3 months worth of nicotine vaping products into Australia per trip. If you hold a valid prescription you can legally bring your nicotine vape to Australia with you on your holidays.
Disposable and Zippo lighters without fuel are allowed in checked bags. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked bags, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case.
As the nicotine is measured as mg/ml (milligram per millilitre), this would mean a 20 mg/ml disposable vape that holds 2ml of e-liquid would have a total of 40 mg nicotine inside; equivalent to roughly 20-40 cigarettes.
You can also take elf bars, geek bars and any other type of disposable vape in your carry-on luggage as long as it adheres to the standard hand luggage regulations.
Because of concerns over fires in the cargo hold, all electronic devices and vape batteries must be carried onto the plane. You can't pack them in checked baggage. This is a worldwide rule, with no exceptions.
Yes, a disposable vape will go off through a metal detector. Vapes can be detected by metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to identify the presence of metal objects, including vape devices. Since most vape devices contain metal components, they are likely to be detected by metal detectors.
Vaping devices are not permitted in checked luggage, so if you pack yours in checked bags, it will get confiscated. Checked bags go through a security check, and chances are high that they will see it. Since a vape can be a safety hazard, they will open your bag and remove it.
There is no global set rule for how many disposable vapes, or vape devices you can carry on you within an Airport or while on a plane. Each airline will have a limit of how many disposable vapes you can take on a plane, so we recommened checking with your airline.
Illegal sale of e-cigarettes containing nicotine
From 1 October 2021 penalties increased. The maximum penalty is $1,650 or 6 months prison, or both.
It is an offence to attempt to obtain, or have a restricted substance, such as nicotine vaping liquid, in one's possession without a prescription. The maximum penalty applicable for a restricted substance, such as nicotine vaping liquid, is a $2,200 fine and/or 6 months imprisonment, pursuant to section 16.
You cannot vape in smoke-free zones and Queensland is the only state in Australia which you cannot import nicotine for personal use from overseas and it is illegal to use an e-cigarette containing nicotine.
It argues vaping product liquids regularly contain harmful, improperly labelled ingredients — including nicotine in non-nicotine vapes — and 31 per cent of registered products have prohibited ingredients in concentrations exceeding the legal limit.
People cannot use e-cigarettes in smoke-free areas under the Smoke-free Environment Act 2000. They can use e-cigarettes where smoking is not banned. Smoke-free areas where people cannot smoke or use e-cigarettes are: All enclosed public places.
Though not as complicated as traveling with marijuana can be, it's worth noting that flying with an electronic cigarette or vaping device isn't exactly easy. The TSA is clear that electronic smoking devices are not allowed in checked luggage at all. If you plan to bring it along, it'll need to be in your carry-on.
Airport Scanners Can Examine Vape Kit:
Scanners in airports can examine disposable kits in your luggage. Therefore, it is recommended to follow the restrictions of the airlines. According to those restrictions, you can only put your vape kit into the luggage, but you cannot vape at the airport or on the plane.
Vape devices and e-cigarettes should be packed in carry-on luggage only, with a maximum of 20 batteries. Refills and e-liquids must also be kept in hand luggage with a maximum bottle size of 100ml. You can take up to 20 batteries on board. These can be packed in your hand luggage but not in your checked baggage.
Tips for Traveling with a Vape
Make sure that your vape device is securely sealed and stored in checked baggage. Declare all vaping products to security when passing through the airport, even if they are stored in checked baggage.