Jordan
Last reviewed: 2026-06
Travelling to Jordan with snus or nicotine pouches? Both are unclear in Jordan. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping, and heated tobacco in Jordan as of 2026-06, with official sources where available.
Snus
UnclearNo specific law on snus/oral tobacco was found for Jordan. General tobacco controls may apply, but no explicit provision exists. Status is uncertain.
Nicotine Pouches
UnclearNo specific law on nicotine pouches was found for Jordan. Their legal status is unclear; they are not explicitly regulated or banned.
Cigarettes
LegalLegal basis: Jordan Public Health Law No. 47 of 2008
Cigarettes are legal and very widely used (≈34.7% adult smoking prevalence), subject to public smoking restrictions, advertising limits and excise tax.
Vape / E-cigarettes
LegalLegal basis: Jordan FDA 2019 regulations — Basis for Tobacco and Nicotine Products including Electronic Ones
E-cigarettes are legal and regulated under 2019 Jordan FDA rules. Import and sale are permitted with restrictions: advertising banned, indoor public use prohibited, no internet/vending-machine sales, and no sales within 500 m of education/healthcare facilities.
Heated Tobacco (IQOS)
LegalLegal basis: Jordan FDA 2019 regulations on electronically heated tobacco products; Special Tax Law (amended 2025)
Heated tobacco products (IQOS) are legal and regulated as tobacco products. Sale and import are permitted with advertising bans, childproof packaging, health warnings, flavour restrictions and public-use limits. A 2025 amendment reduced taxes on HTPs and e-cigarettes.
Personal Import
Sources
- AGGGSTHR — Snus in JordanAccessed 2026-06
- AGG
- AGGTobacco Control Laws — JordanAccessed 2026-06
- AGGTobacco Control Laws — Jordan E-Cigarettes Main PoliciesAccessed 2026-06
- AGG2Firsts — Jordan cuts taxes on heated tobacco and e-cigarettesAccessed 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.