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South Korea vaping laws 2026

HnB products and nicotine e-cigarettes are legal but heavily taxed and restricted to 18+ buyers.

6 min read
Updated April 1, 2026
What's allowed
  • Age verification required at point of sale (18+)
  • Flavoured nicotine pods restricted since January 2026
  • Vaping banned in all enclosed public spaces
What's banned
  • Import of vaping products for personal use is permitted up to 50 ml / 2 devices
  • Online sales require identity verification under the Tobacco Business Act

Where to buy safely

At a glance
Legal statusRestricted
Minimum age19 years
Nicotine cap20 mg/ml
Where to buyLicensed tobacco retailers