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Last reviewed: 2026-06

Travelling to Afghanistan with snus or nicotine pouches? Both are unclear in Afghanistan. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 18+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping, and heated tobacco in Afghanistan as of 2026-06, with official sources where available.

Snus

Unclear

There is no specific Afghan law addressing snus. An industry source (2014) indicated snus was permitted to sell and use, but no current primary regulation was found; status is uncertain.

Unverified

Nicotine Pouches

Unclear

No specific law on tobacco-free nicotine pouches was found for Afghanistan. The regulatory status is uncertain and pouches are not commonly available.

Unverified

Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: Tobacco Control Law of Afghanistan

Conventional cigarettes are legal to sell and use in Afghanistan. Tobacco-control measures apply: sales to under-18s are prohibited, tobacco advertising is banned and health warnings are required.

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Vape / E-cigarettes

Unclear

The status of e-cigarettes/vaping in Afghanistan is undefined; there are no specific laws on their sale or use. Some interpretations of Sharia could treat vaping as forbidden, but no formal regulation was found.

Unverified

Heated Tobacco (IQOS)

Banned

Heated tobacco products are banned by law in Afghanistan; it is illegal to sell, advertise or market HTPs.

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Personal Import

Snus
Unknown
Nicotine Pouches
Unknown

Sources

Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations regarding snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping and heated tobacco change frequently. Always verify the current legal status with official government sources before travelling. NicotineAtlas assumes no liability for actions taken based on information presented here.