Nigeria
Last reviewed: 2026-06
Travelling to Nigeria with snus or nicotine pouches? Both are legal in Nigeria. Cigarettes are legal for adults aged 18+. This page covers the legal status of snus, nicotine pouches, cigarettes, vaping, and heated tobacco in Nigeria as of 2026-06, with official sources where available.
Snus
LegalLegal basis: National Tobacco Control Act 2015
Snus is permitted in Nigeria — sale and use are allowed under the National Tobacco Control Act 2015. Restrictions apply: online sales are prohibited, health warnings are required on packaging, and health claims are not allowed.
Nicotine Pouches
LegalLegal basis: National Tobacco Control Act 2015
Nicotine pouches are legal in Nigeria — sale, online purchase and use are all allowed. Restrictions: health claims are not permitted and nicotine content is limited to under 16.6 mg per pouch.
Cigarettes
LegalMinimum age: 18+
Legal basis: National Tobacco Control Act 2015
Cigarettes are legal for adults 18+. The National Tobacco Control Act 2015 regulates smoke-free places, advertising, packaging and labelling, prohibits sale of single sticks, and bans sales to minors.
Vape / E-cigarettes
LegalE-cigarettes/vaping products are available and not specifically prohibited; they fall under general tobacco/nicotine product oversight following the National Tobacco Control Act 2015. No comprehensive vape-specific ban identified.
Heated Tobacco (IQOS)
LegalLegal basis: National Tobacco Control Act 2015 (general tobacco rules)
Heated tobacco products are not specifically banned; they fall under the general tobacco regulatory framework of the National Tobacco Control Act 2015. No HTP-specific prohibition identified.
Personal Import
Personal quantities permitted under general tobacco rules.
Sources
- AGGGSTHR — Using snus in NigeriaAccessed 2026-06
- AGGTobacco Control Laws — NigeriaAccessed 2026-06
- AGGGSTHR — Using pouches in NigeriaAccessed 2026-06
- AGGGSTHR — E-cigarette vaping in NigeriaAccessed 2026-06
- AGGGSTHR — Nigeria profileAccessed 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.