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Substance legality overview ยท Last updated 2026-03-05

๐ŸŒฟ CannabisILLEGALโšก Nicotine PouchesUNKNOWN๐Ÿซง SnusUNKNOWN๐Ÿ’จ E-CigarettesILLEGAL๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated TobaccoILLEGAL
UNKNOWN

๐Ÿซง Snus

There are no online sources indicating specific regulations regarding snus in Maldives, including its import, sale, purchase, and use. If you have any relevant or firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.

ILLEGAL

๐Ÿ’จ E-Cigarettes

The Maldives has strict regulations on e-cigarettes and vaping products. According to these regulations, the importation of e-cigarettes and vaping products for both personal use and trade, online purchases, marketing, and all forms of advertising are banned in the country.

UNKNOWN

โšก Nicotine Pouches

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.

ILLEGAL

๐ŸŒฟ Cannabis

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

ILLEGAL

๐Ÿ”ฅ Heated Tobacco

Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs) are banned in the Maldives by law, prohibiting their import, sale, use, and all forms of advertisement. The general tax rates for tobacco products are set at 200% of the cost, insurance, and freight (CIF) value of tobacco products (excluding cigarettes) and items used for their consumption, applied at the time of importation.

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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