Can you bring a vape pen to Aruba? Airlines allow vapes in carry-on bags. Aruba's own e-cigarette rules are harder to pin down, so check before you go.

Can You Fly With a Vape Pen To Aruba?

Airline Rules & Restrictions

The flight is the easy part. Airlines allow vape pens in carry-on bags or on your person, never in checked luggage.

The FAA says vapes must stay in the cabin and must never be used or charged on the aircraft.

The TSA adds that each lithium-ion battery must be 100 watt-hours or less, and you must stop the device from switching on by accident.

Carrying Your Vape Pen Onboard

Never pack a vape or spare batteries in checked luggage. Lithium batteries in the hold are a fire risk, which is why the rule exists.

Are Vape Pens Illegal in Aruba?

Vape Pen Laws in Aruba

We couldn't find an official source that sets out Aruba's current rules on e-cigarettes, so we can't confirm whether vapes are restricted there.

Before you pack one, check with Aruba's tourism authority or the nearest Dutch embassy or consulate (Aruba is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands). Don't rely on forum posts or old travel blogs.

Until you know the rules, don't vape in indoor public places or on public transport.

Health Concerns Related To Vaping In Aruba

Vapes are for adult smokers, not for non-smokers or anyone underage. In the US, federal Tobacco 21 law has banned selling e-cigarettes to anyone under 21 since December 2019.

Tips for Bringing a Vape Pen on a Plane

With a bit of preparation, flying with a vape pen is simple. Here are some tips:

Do Your Research: Aruba's e-cigarette rules couldn't be confirmed. Check with local authorities and with every country where you change planes before you pack a vape.

Pack Smartly: Keep your vape and any spare batteries in your carry-on. Switch the device off or lock it, and store spare batteries in a case so the terminals can't touch metal.

Be Courteous & Respectful: There is no vaping on commercial flights, and you can't charge a vape on board either.

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Sources

• Vapes On A Plane Marketing Kit, Federal Aviation Administration
• Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices, Transportation Security Administration
• Tobacco 21, U.S. Food and Drug Administration