Kyrgyzstan Extends Import Ban on E-Cigarettes and Nicotine Liquids by Six Months

Dec.24

The Kyrgyz government has extended its ban on the import of electronic cigarettes and nicotine-containing liquids for another six months. The decision, signed by the chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, covers e-cigarettes, integrated nicotine delivery systems, and nicotine liquids used in such devices. The original ban was introduced in July and was due to expire soon.

Key Highlights

Kyrgyzstan has extended its ban on e-cigarette and nicotine liquid imports;
The extension period is six months;
The ban covers e-cigarettes and integrated nicotine delivery systems;
Products are classified under EAEU code 2404 12 000 0;
The initial ban was introduced in July.

2Firsts, December 2025,24 – According to Vesti.kg, the Kyrgyz government has extended its ban on the import of electronic cigarettes and nicotine-containing liquids.

The Cabinet of Ministers said the relevant decree was signed by its chairman, Adylbek Kasymaliev. Under the decision, the import of electronic cigarettes, integrated nicotine delivery systems containing nicotine liquid, and nicotine liquids intended for use in e-cigarettes is prohibited for a further six months.

The ban covers nicotine liquids contained in cartridges, reservoirs and other containers, classified under the Eurasian Economic Union’s commodity code 2404 12 000 0.

Kyrgyzstan had previously introduced a six-month ban on e-cigarette imports in July. The latest decision was made as the original restriction period was nearing its end.

Image source: Vesti.kg

References:

[1] В Кыргызстане продлили запрет на ввоз электронных сигарет

Also Read:

[1] Kyrgyzstan considers six-month ban on e-cigarette and e-cigarettee-liquid imports

[2] Kyrgyzstan Eyes Tobacco Tax Hikes as Core Strategy to Curb Smoking

[3] Kyrgyzstan’s E-Cigarette Ban Takes Effect in July — Violators Face Fines or Jail Time

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