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Côte d'Ivoire

Substance legality overview · Last updated 2026-03-05

🌿 CannabisILLEGAL⚡ Nicotine PouchesUNKNOWN🫧 SnusUNKNOWN💨 E-CigarettesLEGAL🔥 Heated TobaccoUNKNOWN
LEGAL

💨 E-Cigarettes

In Ivory Coast, vaping is allowed and regulated as a tobacco product, rather than as a consumer or medicinal product. The sale and import of both vape devices and nicotine are legal, and products are marketed in the country. However, buying vape devices or nicotine online for personal use is not permitted. Vaping regulations include a complete ban on advertising, while marketing is still regulated. Additionally, new vaping products must be notified before entering the market, and health warnings are required on packaging. The minimum age for purchasing vape products is 18 years. There are also

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Last verified: 2022-09-02

UNKNOWN

🫧 Snus

There are no online sources that give information on the specific regulatory status of snus in Ivory Coast, including its import, sale, purchase, and use. If you have any related firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.

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Last verified: 2025-04-09

UNKNOWN

🔥 Heated Tobacco

Ivory Coast does not have any specific laws regarding Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs), including their sale, purchase, or importation for personal use. If you have any relevant and accurate information, kindly share it with the GSTHR team.

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Last verified: 2025-03-31

UNKNOWN

⚡ Nicotine Pouches

There are no available sources indicating specific laws regarding nicotine pouches in Ivory Coast, including their sale, purchase, use, or import for personal use. If you have relevant or firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.

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Last verified: 2025-04-24

ILLEGAL

🌿 Cannabis

Cannabis is illegal in Côte d'Ivoire. Recreational: Illegal | Medical: Illegal.

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

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