singapore Bans E-cigarettes

Singapore will completely ban e-cigarettes starting September 1, 2025. Possession, use, or importation of e-cigarettes will result in severe penalties, including hefty fines, deportation, and even caning.

E-cigarette Import and Export Regulations in Singapore

Voluntary disposal is exempt from liability: E-cigarette recycling bins are available at entry points such as Changi Airport, allowing you to avoid penalties.

First-time Offender Penalty:
Short-term Visitors: Fine and confiscation of products;
Long-term Pass Holders: First-time offenses are lenient; subsequent offenses result in deportation and revocation of permits.

Serious Offense: Possession of e-cigarettes containing etomidate is treated as a Class C drug, punishable by up to 20 years’ imprisonment and caning.