Following the commencement of the Therapeutic Goods and Other Legislation Amendment (Vaping Reforms) Act 2024 on 1 July 2024:
non-pharmacy retailers such as tobacconists, vape shops and convenience stores cannot sell any type of vape
therapeutic vapes that meet TGA requirements will continue to be available from pharmacies where clinically appropriate
anyone involved in transporting, storing or handling vapes must comply with strict requirements
the advertising or promotion of vapes is prohibited, except where specifically authorised
importers and sponsors continue to be required to hold an import licence and permit from the Office of Drug Control and meet relevant product standards
The online system is the only way to use the Special Access Scheme (SAS) and Authorised Prescriber (AP) pathways.
SAS and AP Online System information from the TGA
Video demonstration on using the SAS and AP Prescriber Portal
Video demonstration on the SAS and AP Submission Validation Tool
For further information about the reforms visit the TGA Vaping Hub.