Rules & Regulations of Nicotine in Cyprus 2026: Latest Laws, Taxes & Compliance

The Rules & Regulations of Nicotine in Cyprus are important for nicotine manufacturers, importers, distributors, exporters and B2B buyers supplying nicotine-containing products to the Cypriot market.

Cyprus regulates tobacco products, electronic cigarettes and related products through national legislation alongside applicable European Union requirements. In 2026, nicotine pouches are also receiving increased regulatory attention, with the Cyprus Ministry of Health consulting on detailed rules covering their importation, labelling and circulation.

Rules & Regulations of Nicotine in Cyprus: 2026 Overview

Cyprus has a national framework governing tobacco products, electronic cigarettes and refill containers. Manufacturers and importers placing covered products on the Cypriot market must comply with applicable notification, registration, packaging, labelling and product requirements.

The Cyprus Health Services state that manufacturers, importers and distributors of tobacco products, new tobacco products, electronic cigarettes and other specified products must meet registration and regulatory requirements before beginning relevant activities.

For international B2B suppliers, the exact classification and intended use of a nicotine product should therefore be confirmed before shipment.

Nicotine Pouches in Cyprus

Nicotine pouches are one of the most important areas of recent regulatory development in Cyprus.

In November 2024, Cyprus Pharmaceutical Services stated that, in the absence of other national or EU-level legislation specifically regulating nicotine pouches, the products were being classified as medicinal products for public-health purposes.

According to the official announcement, nicotine pouches require a marketing authorisation to be legally marketed in the Republic of Cyprus. Wholesale or retail commercial activity involving these products without the required authorisation is prohibited.

2026 Proposed Nicotine Pouch Regulations

The regulatory position is developing further in 2026.

On 24 September 2026, the Cyprus Ministry of Health announced a public consultation on draft amendments to the Health Protection (Smoking Control) Regulations.

The draft regulations are intended to provide detailed conditions for the importation, labelling and circulation of nicotine pouches. The consultation is open for comments until 15 October 2026.

This is an important distinction for businesses: the 2026 consultation concerns proposed regulatory amendments, so companies should verify the final legislation before relying on any proposed requirement.

Electronic Cigarettes and Nicotine E-Liquids

Cyprus regulates electronic cigarettes and refill containers under its tobacco-control framework.

The Cyprus Health Services require manufacturers and importers of electronic cigarettes and refill containers to submit relevant product information through the EU Common Entry Gate (EU-CEG) before placing covered products on the market.

Products containing nicotine must also comply with applicable packaging, health-warning and product requirements.

The Cyprus authorities specify a nicotine warning for electronic cigarettes and refill containers in Greek stating that the product contains nicotine, which is highly addictive and not recommended for non-smokers.

EU-CEG Notification Requirements

EU-CEG is an important compliance mechanism for manufacturers and importers.

The Cyprus Health Services explain that manufacturers and importers of tobacco products, electronic cigarettes and refill containers must submit basic information to the authorities of the Member State where the products are intended to be placed on the market.

This information is submitted through the European Commission’s EU Common Entry Gate (EU-CEG) system.

For B2B suppliers, product information should therefore be prepared accurately before market entry.

Relevant information can include:

Product composition
Nicotine content
Ingredients
Product specifications
Packaging information
Manufacturer details
Importer information
Product notification data
Supporting technical documentation

Cyprus Excise Tax on E-Cigarette Liquid

Excise taxation is another important part of the Rules & Regulations of Nicotine in Cyprus 2026.

Cyprus Customs states that liquid intended for use in an electronic cigarette is subject to excise duty regardless of whether it contains nicotine. The Customs Administration currently lists an excise duty of €0.12 per ml for such liquid.

This means that businesses should not assume that a liquid is outside the excise framework simply because it does not contain nicotine.

The applicable product classification and current rate should always be confirmed with Cyprus Customs before commercial importation.

Cyprus Customs and Excise Compliance

Cyprus Customs and Excise administers excise duties on tobacco products and certain related products.

The Customs Administration states that Cyprus applies excise duties under its Excise Duties Law, including duties on tobacco products and liquid used in electronic cigarettes.

For importers and distributors, compliance may involve:

Correct product classification
Excise registration where applicable
Customs documentation
Product notification
Packaging and labelling
Applicable tax or duty payment
Import records
Product traceability

Cross-Border Sales of Nicotine Products

Cross-border distance sales are another important consideration.

Cyprus Customs states that cross-border distance sales of tobacco products to consumers are prohibited, subject to the stated exception for traders for commercial purposes.

The Customs Administration also identifies restrictions on cross-border distance sales of electronic cigarettes and refill containers to consumers, with an exception for dealers for commercial purposes.

Businesses therefore need to distinguish between B2B commercial transactions and consumer distance sales when assessing a proposed sales model.

For broader international shipping considerations, see:

Cross-Border Shipping Rules for Nicotine Products: What Exporters Need to Know

This McCoy NIC article discusses international nicotine shipping, product restrictions, nicotine levels, packaging and destination-market compliance.

Registration Requirements for Nicotine Businesses

The Cyprus Health Services provide information on registration requirements for businesses involved in manufacturing, importing, distributing or moving specified tobacco and related products.

The listed categories include:

Tobacco products
New tobacco products
Electronic cigarettes
Herbal smoking products
Smokeless tobacco products

Businesses may need to submit an application and supporting documents before beginning relevant activities.

For international companies, it is therefore important to determine whether the intended activity falls within the applicable registration framework.

Product Documentation for B2B Nicotine Buyers

Regulatory compliance is only one part of international nicotine procurement.

B2B buyers may also request technical and quality documentation such as:

Product specification
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Batch information
Purity information
Analytical testing
Packaging specifications
Storage information
Traceability records

For more information about nicotine quality and analytical considerations, see:

New Research Examines Synthetic and Tobacco-Derived Nicotine Impurities

The article provides additional information on nicotine impurity profiles, analytical testing and quality considerations.

Batch Traceability in Nicotine Supply

Batch traceability can be particularly useful when nicotine raw materials are supplied internationally.

A properly maintained batch record can connect the material supplied to its specification, testing information and quality documentation.

Why Batch Traceability Is Becoming More Important in the Global Nicotine Supply Chain

This provides additional information on documentation and supply-chain traceability for nicotine buyers.

Technical Support for International Nicotine Buyers

International B2B buyers may require technical information before qualifying a nicotine supplier.

McCoy NIC has also published:

McCoy NIC Strengthens Technical Support for Nicotine Buyers

The article covers product specifications, quality documentation, quantities, packaging and technical support for qualified B2B buyers.

What Exporters Should Check Before Shipping Nicotine to Cyprus

Before supplying nicotine or nicotine-related products to Cyprus, businesses should review:

Product classification
Intended use
Nicotine concentration
Product composition
EU-CEG requirements
Cyprus registration requirements
Packaging and labelling
Health warnings
Excise classification
Applicable excise duty
Customs documentation
Import requirements
Cross-border sales restrictions
Batch and traceability documentation

The exact requirements depend on the product and the proposed commercial activity.

Cyprus Nicotine Regulations and the Wider EU Market

Cyprus is an EU Member State, so businesses must consider both national Cyprus legislation and applicable EU requirements.

However, individual EU Member States can introduce additional national rules for certain nicotine and tobacco-related products. This is particularly relevant for newer products such as nicotine pouches.

For this reason, exporters should not assume that compliance in another EU country automatically means compliance in Cyprus.

McCoy NIC’s news platform also covers country-specific nicotine regulations in other European markets, including Portugal, Poland, Ireland, Estonia and Denmark.

Key Takeaways

The main points from the Rules & Regulations of Nicotine in Cyprus 2026 are:

Cyprus regulates tobacco products and electronic cigarettes through national legislation alongside EU requirements.
Manufacturers and importers of covered tobacco and electronic-cigarette products have notification and regulatory obligations.
Nicotine pouches were classified as medicinal products by Cyprus Pharmaceutical Services in the absence of specific national or EU regulation at the time of the 2024 decision.
Cyprus began a 2026 public consultation on draft rules specifically addressing the importation, labelling and circulation of nicotine pouches.
E-cigarette liquid is subject to Cyprus excise duty whether or not it contains nicotine, with the Customs Administration currently listing €0.12/ml.
Cross-border consumer distance sales of tobacco products, e-cigarettes and refill containers are subject to restrictions.
Businesses should verify the latest legislation and customs requirements before commercial shipment.