Travelling with my electronic cigarette in the United States?

The electronic cigarette permitted in the United States

Good news! The electronic cigarette has been legal in the United States since 2010. You can therefore bring your electronic cigarette and your e-liquids without any issue, provided you follow certain rules.

Restrictions to know about the electronic cigarette

While the electronic cigarette is permitted in the United States, there are a few restrictions to be aware of before travelling:

The quantity of e-liquid:

You cannot carry more than 100 ml of e-liquid per person in your hand luggage.

E-liquids must be packaged in bottles of a maximum of 100 ml, sealed and placed in a transparent bag.

Please note: Regulations regarding the quantity of e-liquid may vary depending on the airline, so it is important to check the specific rules of your airline before departure.

Batteries:

Electronic cigarette batteries are not permitted in checked luggage. You must transport them in your hand luggage.

Make sure they are well protected to avoid short circuits.

The ideal is to transport them in a protective case or in their original packaging.

The number of batteries/accumulators permitted in hand luggage may vary depending on the airline, so it is important to check with your airline before departure.

Vaping on the plane:

It is prohibited to vape on board aircraft, in airports and in most public places.

Fines may be applied in the event of non-compliance with this prohibition.

Tips for travelling peacefully with your electronic cigarette

By following these tips, you will be able to travel peacefully with your electronic cigarette in the United States:

Check with your airline: Before departing, verify the specific regulations of your airline regarding the transport of electronic cigarettes and batteries.

Protect your equipment: Carefully pack your electronic cigarette and e-liquids in a padded bag to avoid damage.

Keep your receipts: Keep the purchase receipts for your electronic cigarette and e-liquids in case you are asked to present them to the authorities.

Bring a US plug adapter: Electrical outlets in the United States are type A, which are different from French plugs. You will therefore need an adapter to recharge your electronic cigarette or your battery charger.

Remember to bring enough e-liquid: It can be difficult to find e-liquids that suit you in the United States. It is therefore advisable to bring enough e-liquid for the entire duration of your stay.

Be courteous and follow the rules: Do not forget that you are travelling in a foreign country. It is important to respect local laws and customs, and to show courtesy towards others.

And to go further...

Here are some resources that may be useful to you:

TSA (Transportation Security Administration) website: https://www.tsa.gov/

Website of the High Commission of France in the United States: https://washington.consulfrance.org/

List of airlines allowing the transport of electronic cigarettes in hand luggage: https://forum.planetofthevapes.co.uk/threads/can-e-cigarettes-be-brought-on-the-plane.217293/

Website to find out everything about the United States: https://www.theroadtrip.fr/