What happens if you bring a vape or e-cigarette through Nha Trang airport?

According to one traveler, when departing from Cam Ranh, a heated-tobacco device or vape should be carried in hand luggage; it was no longer of interest to inspectors on exit.

Travelers report the max fine is around $200, though some negotiate it down to $20-30. Many pass through without issue if the device is kept on their body (e.g., in a clothing pocket) rather than in carry-on or checked luggage.

Carry-on luggage is more likely to be screened closely, making detection of vapes more probable. Packing in checked baggage reduces the risk.

Some travelers pass through without issue, but getting caught is a real risk, especially with carry-on. Fines range from $20 to $200, and the device is typically returned after payment.

At Nha Trang airport, both checked and carry-on bags go through X-ray. If a vape or heated tobacco device is found, you're taken to an inspection room and given two options: a minimum $100 fine with the device returned (on condition you don't use it publicly), or surrendering the device with a maximum $200 fine.