Planning a trip to Brunei with a vape pen? Brunei has some of the strictest tobacco rules in Asia, so here is what the law says before you pack.

Can You Fly With a Vape Pen To Brunei?

Airport Regulations

Airlines allow vapes in your carry-on bag or on your person, never in checked luggage. Brunei's own rules are the bigger issue.

The UK government's Brunei travel advice says the sale of alcohol and tobacco is illegal in Brunei.

Travelling With Vapes

We could not find an official rule on whether visitors may bring a personal vape into Brunei. Because sales are banned, the safest choice is to leave your vape at home.

If you do bring one, ask a Brunei embassy first. Never fly with cannabis or THC vape cartridges. Drug laws abroad can be far stricter than at home.

Customs Clearance

You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. You can declare through the Customs.BN app or at the airport on arrival.

Non-Muslims aged 17 and over may bring in a limited amount of alcohol and tobacco, which must be declared on arrival.

Are Vape Pens Illegal in Brunei?

Legality of Vape Pens in Brunei

According to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids legal database, Brunei's Tobacco Order, 2005 is interpreted as banning the sale of e-cigarettes.

Vaping is also banned wherever smoking is banned. That includes shopping and eating areas, bus stops and stations, and car parks. Smoking in public is not allowed during Ramadan.

Penalties for Breaking Law

We could not find official penalties for vaping offenses that apply to travelers, so we don't list any.

Brunei's drug laws are severe. The UK government warns that drug offenses can carry the death penalty.

Conclusion

Brunei bans e-cigarette sales and restricts where you can vape. Leave your vape at home or confirm with the embassy, and declare anything you carry.

Tips for Bringing a Vape Pen on a Plane

Here are the key rules for flying with a vape.

Keep It In Your Carry-On

The TSA allows vapes in carry-on bags only, never in checked luggage. Each lithium-ion battery must be 100 watt-hours or less, and you must protect the device from turning on by accident.

Pack Batteries And Liquids Safely

Keep spare batteries in a case so the terminals can't touch metal or each other. Carry e-liquid in bottles of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less, inside your liquids bag.

Don't Vape Or Charge On Board

The FAA says vapes must never be used or charged on the aircraft. Airlines may also limit how many devices you carry, so check your airline's rules.

Check Your Connections

Check the rules of any country where you change planes, too. A country that bans vapes may still seize one during a layover.

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Sources

• Brunei travel advice: safety and security, UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Brunei travel advice: entry requirements, UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Brunei Darussalam: E-Cigarettes, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
• Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices, Transportation Security Administration