IS IT LEGAL TO VAPE IN UAE?

In April 2019, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) officially legalized the use and distribution of e-cigarettes. The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MOIAT) played a crucial role by issuing mandatory standard No. UAE.S 5030:2018, which effectively governs various aspects related to electronic nicotine products, including both nicotine-containing and nicotine-free e-cigarettes, e-liquid refills, heated tobacco, and their production, import, retail, and display requirements.

This report offers an in-depth overview of the existing regulatory framework established in the UAE for e-cigarettes and associated products.