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Last reviewed: 2026-06

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

Snus

Unclear

No specific legal status for snus was found for Palestine (West Bank & Gaza). General tobacco law (18+ sales) would apply, but smokeless oral tobacco is not specifically addressed.

Unverified

Nicotine Pouches

Unclear

No specific legal status for nicotine pouches was found for Palestine. Genuine grey area.

Unverified

Cigarettes

Legal

Minimum age: 18+

Legal basis: Anti-Smoking Law No. 25 of 2005

Conventional cigarettes are legal in Palestine. The Anti-Smoking Law No. 25 of 2005 regulates smoking in public places, advertising, sales and labelling, and prohibits sale to persons under 18.

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Vape / E-cigarettes

Unclear

There is confusion over whether e-cigarettes are banned in Palestine; sources conflict and no clear law was identified. Status is a genuine grey area.

Unverified

Heated Tobacco (IQOS)

Legal

Heated tobacco products are reported as legal to market in Palestine, though no dedicated legal text was identified. Treated broadly under tobacco rules.

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.