Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) seized over 340 e-vaporizers and detected 57 cases of travelers possessing vapes between January 5th and 8th. The agency is increasing checks, with most cases involving short-term visitors. Penalties for possession and use of vapes include hefty fines and potential bans from re-entry.
Between Jan 5 and 8, ICA detected 57 cases of travellers found in possession of e-vaporisers, including those who voluntarily disposed of them.Over 341 e-vaporisers and related components were detected and seized by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority between Jan 5 and 8, as the agency continues with stepped-up checks.
In the said period, ICA officers detected 57 cases of travellers having vapes on them, including those who had voluntarily disposed them at red bins placed at land, air and sea checkpoints. Out of the 341 e-vaporisers and related components seized, approximately 67 per cent of these cases involved short-term visitors, while the remaining 33 per cent were Singapore residents."Foreigners who visit or live in Singapore must abide by our laws," ICA warned. "Individuals caught possessing, using or purchasing e-vaporisers will face high penalties.""Short-term visitors who re-offend will be banned from re-entering Singapore. "Long-term pass holders who re-offend may have their passes revoke on a third offence, and be deported and banned from re-entering Singapore," ICA said. Since Sept 1, 2025, vape abusers have faced increased fines of $500 for those under the age of 18, and $700 for adults, up from $300 and $500 previously.Need support around vaping or addiction?
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