If you’re carrying tobacco-free snus, also known as nicotine pouches, you can take it on most international flights. This smokeless, vapour-free product is typically allowed through UK airport security and permitted in hand luggage or checked baggage.
You can fly with nicotine pouches and even traditional tobacco snus if carried for personal use (over 18s only). While UK law bans the sale of tobacco snus, possession is not prohibited. This article primarily addresses travelling with tobacco-free snus, nicotine pouches.
While nicotine pouches are legal in the UK and in many countries abroad, always check local laws before flying internationally. Some destinations have import limits, strength caps, or outright bans.
Nicotine pouches and snus can go in either – but here’s a quick breakdown:
Tip: Store your cans in a cool, dry part of your bag to help maintain freshness during travel.
The rules vary depending on your destination. While tobacco-free snus is legal in the UK, not all countries have the same rules.
Region/Country |
Status |
EU |
The sale of tobacco snus is banned across most of the EU, except Sweden and Norway. Personal possession is legal. Tobacco-free nicotine pouches (aka "all-white snus") are legal in several European destinations like Germany, Denmark and Austria. |
USA |
Nicotine pouches are legal and widely available. Declare tobacco snus at customs. |
Australia |
Nicotine pouches require a prescription. Tobacco snus allowed in small, declared quantities with duty paid. |
Middle East |
Snus is banned. Nicotine pouches exist in a grey zone – risk of confiscation or penalties. |
Singapore |
Strictly banned. Possession of smokeless tobacco or pouches can lead to fines. |
Japan |
Small quantities may be allowed for personal use. Always keep original packaging. |
Before you travel: Check official customs websites or government advisories. Some countries may allow nicotine pouches, but only for medical reasons (e.g., Australia).
Typically, you can use nicotine pouches and snus on a plane, but it’s always best to check with your airline first. Nicotine pouches are smokeless, odourless, and tobacco-free, which may meet onboard requirements depending on the airline.
However, always be respectful of airline policies:
Most major UK airlines don’t list nicotine pouches in their no-smoking policies. However, US airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United have banned smokeless tobacco use, which includes tobacco snus.
There’s no fixed limit for personal use on most airlines, but here’s what to consider:
Tip: Keep products in original packaging to avoid confusion or delay at border checks.
Nicotine pouches are intended for adult users only. Always check local laws before travelling internationally with tobacco-free snus.
Tobacco-free snus like ZYN, VELO or Nordic Spirit is allowed in both hand luggage and checked bags.
It depends. They’re legal in many European countries and the US but banned or restricted in some places, e.g. Singapore and Australia. Always check before flying.
Nicotine pouches are allowed through UK airport security for personal use. Always check laws in both your destination and return country.
It may be confiscated, and in some countries, you could face fines or legal issues. Always declare them when unsure.
In most cases, yes – but always check with your airline.