Can You Use Snus or Nicotine Pouches at Festivals?

• Most UK festivals allow nicotine pouches and tobacco snus for personal use, but rules may vary by event—always check festival-specific entry guidelines. 
• Sealed tins and modest quantities for personal use are recommended for smoother security checks. 
• Discreet usage and proper disposal are expected at festivals; be respectful and keep the grounds clean. 

At many festivals, snus and nicotine pouches are typically accepted for personal use – but policies vary, and users should always check local regulations in advance. 

A brief overview of the current guidelines on tobacco and tobacco-free snus at festivals:

Nicotine pouches and tobacco-containing snus are generally allowed for personal use at UK festivals*. As non-combustible products, these are usually not listed among restricted items — though entry policies may vary by event. 

• Glastonbury: Does not currently list snus or nicotine pouches as restricted 
• Reading & Leeds, Parklife, Boomtown: Pouches are generally permitted in sealed containers 
• TRNSMT, Download: Focus on banned items like vapes and glass 

Always check the latest entry rules on the official website before attending. 

Each country has different rules for nicotine pouch strength, flavour, and availability. Here are four popular festivals with different approaches: 

• Tomorrowland (Belgium): Allows pouches for personal use 
• Sziget (Hungary): Local guidance currently limits entry to around 10 tins per person, and only pouches below 17 mg are permitted. 
• Primavera & Benicàssim (Spain): Legal to carry for personal use, but on-site sales are limited; proposed flavour and strength restrictions under review 
• Other countries: The Netherlands currently bans nicotine pouches; Sweden allows both tobacco and tobacco-free snus 

Always confirm local customs rules before travelling with pouches or snus. Can you take snus on a plane? Learn more about travelling with pouches via our blog post. 

Here’s what to keep in mind when travelling: 

• Quantities: Carry amounts clearly intended for personal use 
• Packaging: Original tins travel best and are easiest to carry 
• In Transit: Not classified as liquids – can stay in your carry-on 
• Local Laws: Check local customs thresholds to avoid duty or confiscation 

This guidance is based on current policies as of spring 2025. Always check with relevant authorities when travelling internationally. 

• Use respectfully: Pouches may be used in outdoor or public areas unless otherwise restricted 
• Dispose properly: Use a spare tin or bin for used pouches – never litter 
• Eco note: Pouches typically generate less visible waste than disposable vapes, but they should still be disposed of in general waste bins. 

Note: The information in this article was collected in spring 2025. Always check festival-specific FAQs and local laws in case you’re travelling to a festival abroad. Nicotine products are for adults 18+ only. 

* While the sale of tobacco snus is prohibited under UK law, possession for individual use is not illegal, and carrying small quantities for personal consumption typically does not result in fines or confiscation.