Italy
Last reviewed: 2026-06
Travelling to Italy with snus or nicotine pouches? Snus is restricted and nicotine pouches are legal. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 18+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping, and heated tobacco in Italy as of 2026-06, with official sources where available.
Snus
RestrictedMinimum age: 18+
Legal basis: EU Directive 2014/40/EU (TPD) Art. 17
Commercial sale and import of snus are banned in Italy under the EU TPD. Personal import/use for own consumption is generally tolerated.
Nicotine Pouches
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Tobacco-free nicotine pouches are legal in Italy, regulated (not banned) with excise duties and age limits. Sold through licensed tobacco retailers and authorised outlets overseen by the Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM). Private holding/use is legal.
Cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Legal basis: EU Directive 2014/40/EU (TPD)
Cigarettes are legal under EU TPD rules, sold via the state tobacco monopoly (Monopoli) network. Age 18+; advertising banned.
Vape / E-cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Legal basis: EU Directive 2014/40/EU (TPD) Art. 20
Nicotine e-cigarettes are legal: max 20 mg/ml nicotine, 2 ml tanks, age 18+. Advertising is banned. Excise duty applies to e-liquids.
Heated Tobacco (IQOS)
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Legal basis: EU Directive 2014/40/EU (TPD)
Heated tobacco products (IQOS, glo) are legal in Italy, regulated as tobacco products with advertising bans extended to them. Italy is a major HTP market.
Personal Import
Commercial sale banned; personal use tolerated.
Sources
- EUEUR-Lex — EU TPD 2014/40/EU, Art. 17Accessed 2026-06
- AGGTobacco Control Laws — ItalyAccessed 2026-06
- AGGGSTHR — Smoking, vaping, HTP, NRT and snus in ItalyAccessed 2026-06
- AGGGSTHR — E-cigarette vaping in ItalyAccessed 2026-06
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.