Latvia

In December 2023, China's e-cigarette exports to Latvia reached $4.34 million, with a significant increase compared to last year.

Latvian government strengthens tobacco control, raising minimum age for purchasing tobacco and restricting usage in public places.

Latvia's parliament passes bill banning tobacco sales to those under 20, extending to e-cigarettes and herbal smoking products, effective from January 1, 2025.

Latvia government equates e-cigarettes with cigarettes, imposing fines on minors and adults for purchasing and sharing them.

Latvia to gradually increase consumption tax on e-cigarettes, cigarettes, alcohol, and alternative tobacco products from 2024, aiming to boost national budget revenue.

Starting from 2024, Latvia will gradually increase consumption taxes on tobacco products, alcohol, e-cigarettes, and certain oils.

Over 10,000 Latvian citizens have petitioned the government to maintain the legality of flavored e-cigarettes.

Latvian parliament supports revised law on e-cigarettes, including restrictions on flavored products and raising age limit to 20.