Yes, you can fly to Georgia with a vape pen in your carry-on bag. This guide covers the country of Georgia, with a note for travelers heading to the US state.

Can You Fly With a Vape Pen To Georgia?

Vaping Regulations in Georgia

E-cigarettes are legal in the country of Georgia. Its Law on Tobacco Control treats them as tobacco products, so sellers must meet device and packaging rules and may not sell to anyone under 18.

Flying to the US state of Georgia instead? Under federal law, it is illegal for any retailer to sell e-cigarettes to anyone under 21. That rule has applied nationwide since December 20, 2019.

TSA Regulations Concerning Vapes

The TSA allows electronic smoking devices only in carry-on baggage, never in checked bags. You must take steps to stop the device from switching on by accident.

Each lithium-ion battery must be 100 watt-hours or less. E-liquid in your carry-on must follow the 3.4-ounce (100 ml) liquids rule.

Airline Policies Regarding Vaping Devices

Airlines may limit how many devices you can carry, so check before you fly. Using a vape on board is never allowed.

Are Vape Pens Illegal in Georgia?

Overview

No. Vape pens are legal in the country of Georgia for adults 18 and older. They are also legal in the US state of Georgia for adults 21 and older.

Regulations

In the country of Georgia, you can't vape where smoking is banned. According to the Tobacco Control Laws summary of Georgian law, that includes most buildings and most public transport.

There are exceptions, such as casinos, cigar bars and airport transit zones. Most e-cigarette advertising is banned, but Georgia does not restrict flavors.

Penalties

Breaking Georgia's tobacco control rules can lead to fines. We could not verify specific amounts, so follow posted signs and staff instructions.

Tips for Bringing a Vape Pen on a Plane

Know the Rules:

Check your airline's rules before you book. TSA notes that airlines may limit how many vaping devices each passenger can carry.

Rules at your destination and at any transit airport can be stricter than at home, so check those too.

Prepare Your Vape Pen:

Pack your vape and any spare batteries in your carry-on bag, never in checked luggage. TSA limits each lithium-ion battery to 100 watt-hours, which covers almost all vape batteries.

Switch the device off or lock it so it can't fire by accident. Keep spare batteries in a case, away from keys and coins.

E-liquid in your carry-on follows the liquids rule: containers of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less. Close tanks and pods tightly, since pressure changes in flight can make them leak.

Be Prepared For Security Screenings:

A security officer may ask to inspect your vape. Keep it near the top of your bag so you can take it out quickly.

If your bag is gate-checked, take the vape and spare batteries out first.

Never vape on the plane, including in the bathroom. Wait until you have left the terminal and are somewhere vaping is allowed.

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Sources

• Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices, Transportation Security Administration
• Liquids, Aerosols, and Gels Rule, Transportation Security Administration
• Georgia: E-Cigarettes Main Policies, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, Tobacco Control Laws
• Tobacco 21, U.S. Food and Drug Administration