Russia Considers Lifetime Vape Sales Ban for an Entire Generation

In Russia, there are plans to ban the sale of vapes to an entire generation

In Russia, a proposal has been put forward to ban the sale of vapes and a number of other nicotine-containing products to people born on or after 1 January 2009. The restriction may remain in force even after they turn 18; in other words, the ban will not be lifted as buyers come of age.

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The initiative has been included in the recommendations of the Government’s Social Care Council. This has been reported by *Vedomosti*, which states that the authenticity of the document has been confirmed by representatives of the council and one of the relevant ministries.

The proposed restrictions may extend not only to vapes and e-cigarettes, but also to snuff, chewing tobacco and hookah tobacco.

It has also been proposed that manufacturers be required to print warnings about the dangers of nicotine directly onto the bodies of e-cigarettes and vapes. Another recommendation is to restrict the use of flavourings, colourings and addiction-enhancing ingredients in the manufacture of cigarettes.

The recommendations have been sent to the relevant ministries and departments. They are required to submit their positions by the end of 2026.

In Russia, the sale of vapes to minors is already prohibited, including devices containing nicotine-free e-liquids. The law, passed in April 2023, also banned the online sale of such products and their display on the shop floor.

Furthermore, the country is expanding the scope for regional restrictions. In June 2026, the State Duma passed a law allowing regions to ban the retail sale of e-cigarettes and e-liquids from 1 March 2027.

Generational restrictions on tobacco products are already being introduced in other countries as well. In the Maldives, from 1 November 2025, the sale and use of tobacco products will be prohibited for people born on or after 1 January 2007. The rule also applies to tourists. E-cigarettes and vapes are banned in the country regardless of age.

In the UK, a law has been passed which, from 1 January 2027, will ban the sale of tobacco products to people born on or after 1 January 2009. The restriction will remain in force even after they reach the age of majority.

This story was translated with the assistance of artificial intelligence.The translation was also reviewed by the Logos Press editorial team.

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