Moldova
Last reviewed: 2026-06
Travelling to Moldova with snus or nicotine pouches? Both are banned in Moldova. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 18+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping, and heated tobacco in Moldova as of 2026-06, with official sources where available.
Snus
BannedLegal basis: Law No. 278 on Tobacco Control
Moldova's tobacco control law is harmonised with EU TPD principles, under which oral tobacco (snus) is prohibited for sale and import. No legal sales channel exists.
Nicotine Pouches
BannedLegal basis: Law No. 278 on Tobacco Control (as amended)
The sale of nicotine pouches, including those containing synthetic nicotine, is prohibited in Moldova under amendments to the tobacco control law.
Cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Legal basis: Law No. 278 on Tobacco Control
Conventional cigarettes are legal and regulated; expanded public-place smoking bans apply.
Vape / E-cigarettes
LegalLegal basis: Law No. 278 on Tobacco Control
Nicotine e-cigarettes are legal and regulated as tobacco-related products: e-liquid nicotine capped at 20 mg/ml. Cross-border distance sales, internet sales and street-vendor sales are prohibited; vaping banned where smoking is prohibited.
Heated Tobacco (IQOS)
LegalLegal basis: Law on Tobacco Products (novel tobacco products)
Heated tobacco products are legal, regulated as novel tobacco products, though exempted from some presentation/promotion provisions.
Personal Import
Commercial sale/import banned; personal-use tolerance not specified.
Sources
- AGGGSTHR — Moldova country profileAccessed 2026-06
- AGGTobacco Control Laws — Moldova e-cigarettes main policiesAccessed 2026-06
- AGGECigIntelligence — Moldova e-cigarette regulation (Feb 2025)Accessed 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.