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E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) → Australia

Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2024-09-15

RESTRICTED

Nicotine e-liquid requires prescription

Details

Australia requires a valid prescription from an Australian doctor for nicotine-containing e-liquid. Non-nicotine e-liquid is not restricted. Under the Personal Importation Scheme, travelers can import up to 3 months supply of prescription nicotine e-liquid.

Quantity limit

3 months supply with prescription

Documentation required

Australian prescription for nicotine liquids

Legal reference

Therapeutic Goods Act 1989

IATA dangerous goods

E-Cigarette Liquid (Vape Juice) is classified under Class 3 — Flammable liquids. Cabin and checked-baggage limits apply on top of customs rules.

Practical advice

Obtain a prescription from an Australian doctor before travel. Non-nicotine liquids face no restrictions.

Customs authority

Australian Border Force (ABF) · https://www.abf.gov.au