Can You Bring A Vape Pen On A Plane To Dominican Republic?

If you're planning a trip to the Dominican Republic and wondering if you can bring your vape pen with you on the plane, you're in the right place.

This guide covers where to pack your vape, what the TSA allows, and what to know about the local rules in the Dominican Republic.

The Short Answer

The good news is that YES, you can fly to the Dominican Republic with a vape pen.

It has to travel in your carry-on bag, and you can't use or charge it during the flight.

Bringing A Vape Pen In Your Carry-On Bag

Your vape pen must go in your carry-on bag or stay on your person. Keep it switched off or locked so it can't fire by accident.

Airlines can also limit how many vaping devices you carry, so check with your airline before you fly.

Packing Your Vape Pen In Your Checked Luggage

Don't. Vapes and spare lithium batteries are not allowed in checked luggage on any airline, because they are a fire risk in the cargo hold.

The FAA says these rules are the same on domestic and international flights, so they apply on your flight home too.

What is the Guidance From TSA?

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) handles security at airports in the United States. According to the TSA, vapes and e-cigarettes are allowed in carry-on bags only, with lithium ion batteries of 100 Wh or less.

Bottles of e-liquid in your carry-on must be 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less and go in your quart-sized liquids bag.

Can I Fly from the US to Dominican Republic with a Vape Pen and a Cartridge with Cannabis Oil?

No. The use and possession of cannabis, including cannabis oil, is illegal in the Dominican Republic.

Marijuana is also still a controlled substance under US federal law, and TSA refers illegal substances found at screening to law enforcement. Leave THC cartridges at home.

Can I Buy Vape Pen and Cartridges in Dominican Republic?

We could not find a Dominican law that bans or specifically regulates nicotine e-cigarettes. The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' legal database has no e-cigarette rules on file for the country.

Rules can change, so check with your airline or the Dominican embassy before you travel.

Cannabis cartridges are illegal, so don't buy or use them while you are there.

Where Can I Buy a Vape Pen in Dominican Republic?

If you need vaping supplies during your stay, look for a vape shop or tobacco shop near where you are staying.

Your usual device, pods or e-liquid may be hard to find, so bring what you need in your carry-on.

So Can I Fly to Dominican Republic With a Vape Pen?

Yes, you can fly to the Dominican Republic with a vape pen. Pack it in your carry-on, keep it switched off, and don't vape or charge it on the plane.

Never bring cannabis products, and check local rules on where you can vape.

Dominican Vape FAQ

Can I bring a vape pen on a plane to the Dominican Republic?

Yes, in your carry-on bag only. Check with your airline for any limit on the number of devices.

Can I pack my vape pen in my checked luggage when flying to the Dominican Republic?

No. Vapes and spare lithium batteries are banned from checked luggage. Keep them with you in the cabin.

Can I fly with a vape pen and a cartridge containing cannabis oil from the US to the Dominican Republic?

No. Cannabis, including cannabis oil, is illegal in the Dominican Republic, and marijuana is still a controlled substance under US federal law.

Sources

• Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Devices, Transportation Security Administration
• Vapes On A Plane Marketing Kit, Federal Aviation Administration
• Dominican Republic: E-Cigarettes, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (Tobacco Control Laws)