The 2026 Mois sans tabac kit is free: here is what it contains, how to order it, support available via 39 89 and reimbursed nicotine replacements, then how to choose your first vape kit to quit smoking.
The Mois sans tabac kit is a free quit-smoking support kit offered by Santé publique France: a 40-day programme, a savings wheel and two information leaflets. It is complemented by the Tabac info service app, 39 89 and, where needed, prescription nicotine replacement therapies that are reimbursed. Adult smokers who choose vaping can add a simple starter kit with the right nicotine strength.
Mois sans tabac returns in November 2026 for its 11th edition, with registrations open since 1st October[1]. This guide explains what the official kit contains, how to get it, what the French health insurance scheme provides for nicotine replacement therapies, and the criteria for choosing a first e-cigarette kit when you want to quit smoking.
According to Santé publique France, the quit-smoking kit includes four items[2]:
The kit information sheet was updated on 15 October 2026[2]; the announcement for the 2026 edition does not indicate any change to its contents[1].
The starting point is registration at mois-sans-tabac.fr, open from 1st October 2026[1]. The Tabac info service website describes the kit as “a small gift to help you with your challenge” and lets you order it online[3]. Several regional organisations and professionals indicate other ways to obtain it:
The paper kit is only one part of the scheme. The Tabac info service e-coaching app offers a free programme[1], with advice from tobacco cessation specialists to track your progress[3]. Calling 39 89 provides free support from a tobacco cessation specialist, via a standard-rate call from Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 8 pm[1].
The initiative attracted more than 117,000 registrations in 2025. According to Santé publique France, quitting for 30 days makes you five times more likely to quit in the long term[1]. For details of the challenge itself, see our article on Mois sans tabac.
Nicotine replacement therapies come in two main forms. Patches deliver nicotine continuously through the skin. Fast-acting oral forms (chewing gums, lozenges, pastilles, oral sprays and inhalers) help with sudden cravings to smoke. The French National Authority for Health recommends combining patches and oral forms[6].
Regarding reimbursement, the French health insurance scheme specifies that[6]:
The choice of method should be discussed with a healthcare professional. Our article on methods for quitting smoking compares the main options.
E-cigarettes are not medicines and are not part of the official kit, but many adult smokers use them to move away from cigarettes. Our article on the Cochrane review explains what the research says on the subject. When starting out, three criteria matter most.
| Kit type | Who it is for | Draw | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-filled pod | smokers who want the simplest option | tight, inhale-activated | sealed cartridge to replace when empty |
| Refillable pod | smokers who want to choose their e-liquid and adjust their nicotine | tight, sometimes adjustable | regular refilling, cartridge to replace when the coil wears out |
| Simple kit (battery and clearomiser) | smokers who want more battery life and capacity | tight to slightly airy, depending on airflow | refilling and coil replacement |
| Box mod with clearomiser | vapers already comfortable with equipment | often airy | power settings, wider range of coils |
The differences between pre-filled and refillable pods are explained in detail in our article on rechargeable puffs and pods. Here is a selection of kits designed for beginners:
Your nicotine strength should be chosen according to your cigarette consumption and dependence, up to the 20 mg/ml limit in France. Too low and the urge to smoke may return; too high and it can cause headaches. The aim is to use the strength that removes the need for cigarettes, then gradually reduce it.
As a guide, light smokers often start between 3 and 6 mg/ml, average consumption around 8 to 12 mg/ml, and heavy smokers between 16 and 20 mg/ml. Our article on the nicotine contained in a cigarette explains these guidelines, and the Fagerström test helps assess dependence. If in doubt, a healthcare professional or 39 89 can help adjust the dosage.
Regular nicotine produces a more noticeable throat hit as the strength increases. Nicotine salts make inhalation smoother at the same strength, which is why they are popular with former heavy smokers using a tight-draw pod. Our article on nicotine salts explains how they work in detail, and the nicotine salt e-liquids category brings together these products.
To avoid running out during the challenge, it is best to have:
To compare other models, see our top e-cigarettes for quitting smoking.
[1] Santé publique France. Mois sans tabac 2026: registration opens. Press release, 1st October 2026, accessed on 16 October 2026.
[2] Santé publique France. Mois sans tabac: the quit-smoking kit. Published on 10 October 2025, updated on 15 October 2026, accessed on 16 October 2026.
[3] Tabac info service. Mois sans tabac. Accessed on 16 October 2026.
[4] Ordre national des pharmaciens. Mois sans tabac: get the campaign tools. Accessed on 16 October 2026.
[5] ARS Hauts-de-France. Mois sans tabac 2026: 11th edition. Accessed on 16 October 2026.
[6] Assurance maladie. Quitting smoking: what support is available for nicotine replacement therapies?. ameli.fr, updated on 4 December 2025, accessed on 16 October 2026.
This article is for information only and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. E-cigarettes are not medicines. Vaping products are prohibited for minors and are not intended for non-smokers. Nicotine is highly addictive. For support with quitting smoking: Tabac info service, 39 89.
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