Rules differ by region: India prohibits e-cigarettes entirely — possession is illegal under the PECA 2019 Act. Australia requires a prescription for nicotine devices. EU airports limit carry-on to 2 devices and 20 cartridges. Brazil and Mexico restrict imports — check regulations before travel.
💼 Cabin bag
Yes
Permitted in carry-on or on your person. Must not be used or charged on the aircraft.
✈️ Hold (checked)
No
Lithium batteries in vapes are prohibited in checked baggage — fire risk.
💡 Tip: Empty your tank before flying to prevent leakage from cabin pressure changes. Keep the device in your carry-on — never in checked baggage anywhere in the world.
Airline-specific rules
🇮🇪RyanairMust be in cabin bag, strictly no vaping on board.
🇦🇪EmiratesPermitted in cabin bag only; vaping onboard is prohibited.
🇸🇬Singapore AirlinesCarried in cabin only; using e-cigarettes onboard is prohibited.
🇬🇧British AirwaysPermitted in cabin baggage only; not permitted in checked bags due to battery risk.
🇺🇸American AirlinesMust be in carry-on baggage; checked baggage is not permitted due to fire risk.
🇦🇺QantasMust be kept in carry-on only; no vaping anywhere on the aircraft or in airports.
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