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Last reviewed: 2026-06

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

Snus

Unclear

No source provides information on the regulation of snus in Madagascar (import, sale, purchase or use). Genuine grey area.

Unverified

Nicotine Pouches

Unclear

No specific laws on nicotine pouches in Madagascar covering sale, purchase, use or personal import. No reliable data.

Unverified

Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: Madagascar tobacco control law

Cigarettes are legal with a minimum sales age of 18. Comprehensive bans apply to tobacco advertising/promotion/sponsorship, smoking in many public places, online sales and vending machines.

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Vape / E-cigarettes

Unclear

No specific law regarding e-cigarettes/vaping in Madagascar; neither clearly banned nor regulated.

Unverified

Heated Tobacco (IQOS)

Unclear

No specific law on heated tobacco products in Madagascar regarding sale, purchase or import, though HTP advertising is prohibited.

Unverified

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.