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Last reviewed: 2026-06

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

Snus

Unclear

Legal basis: Ley 26.687/2011 — Régimen de Control del Tabaco

Traditional snus is not specifically addressed in Argentine tobacco law and is not commonly available. The 2026 nicotine-product framework focuses on vapes, heated tobacco and pouches rather than tobacco snus, leaving snus status uncertain.

Unverified

Nicotine Pouches

Restricted

Legal basis: ANMAT Resolution 549/2026

Argentina lifted its previous prohibition in 2026. Nicotine pouches are now legal but tightly regulated under Resolution 549/2026: mandatory registration, traceability and flavour limits (tobacco or menthol only). Previously banned under earlier ANMAT measures.

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Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: Ley 26.687/2011 — Régimen de Control del Tabaco

Cigarettes are legal and regulated, with health warnings and advertising restrictions. Minimum purchase age 18.

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Vape / E-cigarettes

Restricted

Legal basis: ANMAT Resolution 549/2026 (replacing Provision 3226/2011 prohibition)

Argentina ended its long-standing vape prohibition in May 2026. E-cigarettes and e-liquids are now legal but heavily regulated (registration, traceability, tobacco-only flavours). Disposable vapes remain banned. Previously fully prohibited since 2011.

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Heated Tobacco (IQOS)

Restricted

Legal basis: ANMAT Resolution 549/2026

Heated tobacco products were prohibited until 2026. Under Resolution 549/2026 they are now legal but subject to registration, traceability, flavour limits and taxation.

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Personal Import

Snus
Unknown
Nicotine Pouches
Unknown

Only registered/compliant products may be sold; personal import of unregistered products restricted.

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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.