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Substance legality overview ยท Last updated 2026-03-05

๐ŸŒฟ CannabisRESTRICTEDโšก Nicotine PouchesLEGAL๐Ÿซง SnusILLEGAL๐Ÿ’จ E-CigarettesLEGAL๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated TobaccoLEGAL
LEGAL

๐Ÿ’จ E-Cigarettes

In Austria, e-cigarettes are legal with certain regulatory framework. Under these regulations, the sale of e-cigarette products and nicotine liquids is legal, and they can be obtained through general retail channels. However, purchasing them online is not allowed. Notifications for new products, child-resistant containers, and health warnings on packaging are mandatory. The minimum legal age for purchasing e-cigarettes is 18 years. There are also restrictions on nicotine content and tank size, and the use of e-cigarettes is legally restricted in certain public places. However, there are no res

ILLEGAL

๐Ÿซง Snus

Used in Scandinavia for more than 200 years, snus is providing smokers in Sweden and Norway with an alternative to combustible cigarettes. Find out what it is, and why it is considered a safer nicotine product in our briefing paper.

LEGAL

โšก Nicotine Pouches

Nicotine pouches are a relatively new product which can provide users of high-risk tobacco with an alternative that poses fewer risks to their health. Read more about nicotine pouches in our briefing paper

RESTRICTED

๐ŸŒฟ Cannabis

Cannabis is partially regulated or restricted in Austria. Recreational: Possession for personal use decriminalized as of January 2016. | Medical: Dronabinol , Sativex , Nabilone.

LEGAL

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated Tobacco

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently โ€” always verify with local authorities or a qualified lawyer before traveling or making decisions based on this data.

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