Government confirms new vape tax from November 1 as crackdown on youth use intensifies

From November, vape liquids will face new taxes and restrictions as Ireland ramps up public health measures on vaping.

Disposable vapes of varying flavours on sale in a store. Picture: Jacob King/PA Wire

The Government’s delayed tax on vape liquid will take effect on November 1, finance minister Paschal Donohoe has confirmed.

The tax will be applied at a flat rate of 50c per millilitre of e-liquid and was formally announced as part of Budget 2025.