Data sourced:
2025.
Page updated:
2025-04-28
There are no specific laws regarding nicotine pouches in the Maldives. However, they are classified under the tobacco category, which allows their sale and use with certain restrictions. Tobacco products must carry health warnings on their packaging. The minimum age for sale is 21 years, and all forms of advertising are banned.
Product promotion
References:
- Coporate Maldives. Maldives Expands Smoking Bans, Introduces Stricter Tobacco Controls. Available at: https://corporatemaldives.com/maldives-expands-smoking-bans-introduces-stricter-tobacco-controls/. Accessed: 11 April 2025.
Regulation
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| Year | Value | Reference/Comment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | No information | A |
| 2025 | no specific law | 1A |
References:
- SUN SIYAM MEDIA. Maldives bans import of pre-rolled cigarette tubes. Available at: https://en.sun.mv/94945. Accessed: 11 April 2025.
Comments:
- Information is not available or lack of reliable sources.
Yes
1
2025
References:
- SUN SIYAM MEDIA. Maldives bans import of pre-rolled cigarette tubes. Available at: https://en.sun.mv/94945. Accessed: 11 April 2025.
Availability
Yes
1
A
2025
Yes
1
A
2025
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| Year | Value | Reference/Comment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | No information | A |
| 2025 | No | 1A |
References:
- SUN SIYAM MEDIA. Maldives bans import of pre-rolled cigarette tubes. Available at: https://en.sun.mv/94945. Accessed: 11 April 2025.
Comments:
- Information is not available or lack of reliable sources.
References:
- SUN SIYAM MEDIA. Maldives bans import of pre-rolled cigarette tubes. Available at: https://en.sun.mv/94945. Accessed: 11 April 2025.
Comments:
- Under tobacco products, there are some restrictions to take into account.
Regulations and restrictions
YES
1
A
2025
Yes: 21 years
1
2025
Must be sold in packs of 15 to 100 grams
2
2025
References:
- Coporate Maldives. Maldives Expands Smoking Bans, Introduces Stricter Tobacco Controls. Available at: https://corporatemaldives.com/maldives-expands-smoking-bans-introduces-stricter-tobacco-controls/. Accessed: 11 April 2025.
- SUN SIYAM MEDIA. Maldives bans import of pre-rolled cigarette tubes. Available at: https://en.sun.mv/94945. Accessed: 11 April 2025.
Comments:
- Health warnings should be issued by the Ministry of Health of Maldives.
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