Can I bring a vape to Vietnam, and what penalties could I face at the airport or in public?

One traveler reports checks of cabin and checked baggage on arrival and a risk of a fine when departing with a vape. Other travelers getting through does not establish that import is legal; confirm current requirements with Vietnamese customs.

A traveler relayed an airport warning that vaping in a public place could attract a US$100–120 fine. No regulation was cited, so this amount should not be treated as a verified statutory penalty.

The same traveler described being told to discard the vape or pay US$10 and proceed. This is a single unverified account, not an official fee or a guaranteed way to obtain permission to import a vape.