Hong Kong maintains one of the world’s most stringent regulatory environments for electronic cigarettes (vapes) and related devices, collectively termed Alternative Smoking Products (ASPs). Since April 30, 2022, a comprehensive ban has prohibited the import, manufacture, sale, distribution, and promotion of these products within the city. This decisive action reflects the Hong Kong government’s strong commitment to public health, aiming to curb the adoption of new smoking products, particularly among youth, and reduce overall smoking prevalence. Further restrictions are already planned, signaling an even tighter regulatory future. This guide provides an analysis of the current laws, penalties, rules for travelers, and upcoming changes impacting vapes and other ASPs in Hong Kong as of April 2025.
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Thinking of packing your vape for your next international trip? You might want to reconsider. While vaping might be commonplace in places like Luxembourg or parts of the US, the legal landscape globally is a complex patchwork. Many popular tourist destinations have implemented strict anti-vaping laws, ranging from hefty fines to, in some cases, actual prison sentences. Ignorance of these laws won’t protect you, and what’s perfectly legal at home could lead to serious trouble abroad.
Read moreHong Kong is set to enforce a ban on the possession and use of e-cigarettes in public spaces as early as mid-2026. This move comes as part of the government’s broader strategy to protect youth and further reduce smoking rates across the city.
Read moreAs of April 30, 2022, Hong Kong has enacted a sweeping ban on alternative smoking products (ASPs), prohibiting the import, promotion, manufacture, sale, and possession of these items for commercial purposes. The ban, introduced through the Smoking (Public Health) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021, aims to curb the use of electronic smoking products, heated tobacco products, and herbal cigarettes in the city.
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