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Substance legality overview ยท Last updated 2026-03-05

๐ŸŒฟ CannabisILLEGALโšก Nicotine PouchesUNKNOWN๐Ÿซง SnusILLEGAL๐Ÿ’จ E-CigarettesLEGAL๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated TobaccoUNKNOWN
LEGAL

๐Ÿ’จ E-Cigarettes

In Iceland, e-cigarettes are allowed and regulated under certain framework. Online sales of e-cigarettes are legal, and the products are available through general retail outlets. However, all forms of advertising and promotion of e-cigarettes are prohibited. Additionally, notifications of new products must be submitted before market entry, and packaging is required to include clear health warnings. Child-resistant and tamper-proof containers are mandatory. The maximum nicotine concentration allowed is 20 mg/ml, and tank capacity is restricted to 2 ml or less. There are no restrictions on flavo

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.

UNKNOWN

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated Tobacco

Heated tobacco products are not regulated in Iceland.

UNKNOWN

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

ILLEGAL

๐ŸŒฟ Cannabis

Cannabis is illegal in Iceland. Recreational: Illegal | Medical: Illegal.

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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