- English service
- Supports International
Credit Card Payments
- Authentic
International flavours - Global Shipping
by Air
CAN FOREIGNERS BUY VAPE IN CHINA?
COMPLETE GUIDE
IS VAPING LEGAL IN CHINA?
YES
- Vape is legal in China
- Vape can be carried into China for personal use.
- Sold in Tobacco Bureau licensed offline store only
- Available via international online ordering
Where to Buy vapes in China?
1 Authorized Retail Stores (Offline)
▶ Search on AMap or Baidu Map
🔍 Enter keywords: "RELX" or "Dianziyan (电子烟)"
- Results will show licensed retail stores approved by Tobacco Bureau
- Navigate to the store and purchase in-store
✔ Genuine Products
✔ Professional Advice
✔ Tobacco Flavour
2 Street Stalls in Local Markets
- Found in some small markets or stalls
(Mostly near bars or night clubs) - Sellers offer vapes, often with more flavours
Tips:
📱 WeChat/Alipay ONLY
⚠️ No Quality Guarantee
🔥 Buy at Your Own Risk
3 Cross-border E-commerce (Online)
- Order from overseas vape websites
💻 e.g., www.uvtstore.com
- Ships to China
📦 More Flavors Available
💳 International Payment
🏠 Home Delivery
VAPE RESTRICTIONS IN CHINA
1 No Legal Domestic Online Sales
E-cigarettes cannot be legally sold on domestic e-commerce platforms within China.
Authorised physical retail stores only.
2 Flavour Restrictions
Fruit and other non-tobacco flavours are not legally allowed for sale domestically.
The domestic market is limited primarily to National Standard tobacco-flavoured products.
3 Personal Import Limits
Imported e-liquid for personal use is strictly limited to 12ml (approx. 6 pods) per person.
Exceeding this limit without declaration can result in fines or confiscation at the border.
Challenges Foreigners May Face
When Buying Vape in China
When Buying Vape in China
Foreign visitors and expats may encounter several practical difficulties when purchasing e-cigarettes in China:
1 Language Barrier
Most authorised retail stores operate primarily in Chinese. Without basic Mandarin skills, communication can be challenging.
2 Limited Flavour Options
The domestic market is largely restricted to tobacco-flavoured products. Fruit flavours are generally unavailable.
3 Authenticity Concerns
Unofficial vendors may offer fruit flavours, but product authenticity and quality control can vary significantly.
4 Payment Limitations
Many merchants primarily accept WeChat or Alipay. International credit cards are not always supported.
A Simpler Alternative
Many expats order from a UK-based store:
