Nicotine -

Nicotine - You need a script to purchase any nicotine product.

While we would love to be able to provide you with these products, we are legally not allowed to, so please DO NOT ASK.

You can purchase some Nicotine products from chemists in Australia with a script.

But like all of us, you will have to purchase your Nicotine Products from Overseas; you will still need a valid script.

Why do I need a prescription?

From October 1, 2021, the new vaping laws implemented by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) require consumers who are importing any nicotine e-liquid and nicotine pods into Australia to obtain a prescription from an Australian-registered GP or specialist Doctor.

You can get your Script from your local Doctor:

Contact your doctor and ask them for a prescription for vaping nicotine

e-liquid or pods.

Your Doctor will want to ensure you have tried other forms of quitting, such as patches and gum, first. You may encounter some barriers to obtaining your prescription; these will likely be the most common:

- Knowledge: Many doctors may not be informed about vaping and may refuse to write you a prescription. There is an excellent Doctor-lead resource from ATHRA that you can point your GP to for information about nicotine vaping - https://www.athra.org.au/vaping/

Quitclincs - Vaping Prescriptions Available in 24HRS

The cost is $85.00

QuitClincs offers a quick and easy service for Australians that rely on nicotine vaping products for smoking cessation to obtain a prescription.

Head to their website quitclincs.com.

An Australian doctor will review your forms and contact you within one business day. All QuitClinics doctors are passionate about helping smokers quit and are TGA Authorised Prescribers of nicotine/vaping products.

Within 24hrs you will receive an email asking you some more questions- Fill out this form and send it back to them.

You'll then receive an electronic prescription shortly afterwards. A copy of this prescription will have to be sent to your desired Overseas Suppler so you can continue to purchase the products you rely on for smoking cessation.

You will also get a card in the mail stating you legally have a Valid Nicotine Script.

It will have your Name- address- patient ID- DOB - and Expiry Date of your script.

Please carry this card with you.

What happens if I don't have a prescription?

The Australian Border Force is tasked with enforcing the prescription requirements and will seize non-compliant nicotine or e-cigarette shipments that do not include a valid prescription.

From 1 October 2021, the penalty for importing nicotine e-liquid/pods without a prescription could incur a fine of up to $222,000 under the Customs Act 1901. The offence carries 1,000 penalty points at $222 each.

Where can I find more information on the new law?

Also, remember each State or Territory has its own Laws & Legislation.

Vaping devices

It is not illegal to possess or use a vaporiser (without nicotine) in all states and territories of Australia.

However, it is illegal to sell a vaporiser in Western Australia. In some other states, there are restrictions on the sale of vaporisers that resemble cigarettes.

Please check out the TGA's FAQ page here (https://www.tga.gov.au/nicotine-vaping-products-frequently-asked-questions) and do also read through the ATHRA website - linked here (https://www.athra.org.au/).

Follow the links below to find specific queries.

Electronic cigarettes and electronic cigarette products containing nicotine

In Queensland, electronic cigarettes and electronic cigarette products containing nicotine are illegal unless on prescription and supplied by a pharmacist or through Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) processes.

The fine for having a Nicotine E-Cigarette without a Script is $9108.00