Data sourced:
2025.
Page updated:
2025-02-24
Vaping is allowed in Botswana, and vape products are marketed and available, though they may not be as common as in some other countries. Travelers can generally bring vape devices for personal use, but it’s best to check airline guidelines before flying to avoid any issues. While there are no explicit age restrictions, vaping is discouraged for children. It is also advised to vape in private to prevent any potential problems.
Overall, vaping in Botswana is legal, but users should be mindful of availability, travel regulations, and social norms.
Regulation
| Year | Value | Reference/Comment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 or earlier | no specific law | 1A |
| 2025 | Allowed | 1B |
References:
- Data cross-referenced where possible using the following sources :1. Vapetrotter website. Available at: https://www.vapetrotter.com/laws/ ; 2. Global tobacco control website. Available at:https://www.globaltobaccocontrol.org/node/14052 ; 3. Tobacco Control Laws website. Available at : https://www.tobaccocontrollaws.org/legislation/
- Global Tobacco Control. January, 2025. https://www.globaltobaccocontrol.org/en/policy-scan/e-cigarettes; Anti smoking global. January, 2025. https://antismoking.global/world-map; Tobacco control laws. January, 2025. https://www.tobaccocontrollaws.org/legislation
Yes
References:
- Global Tobacco Control. January, 2025. https://www.globaltobaccocontrol.org/en/policy-scan/e-cigarettes; Anti smoking global. January, 2025. https://antismoking.global/world-map; Tobacco control laws. January, 2025. https://www.tobaccocontrollaws.org/legislation
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