Abu Dhabi, Aug. 6 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Finance has introduced a minimum excise price for liquids used in electronic smoking devices and tools, with the new measure taking effect on September 1, 2026.

Announced on Thursday, August 6, the decision is part of the country's efforts to strengthen the implementation of excise tax regulations and improve compliance with the UAE's tax legislation, according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM).

Under the new rules, liquids used in electronic smoking devices and tools will be subject to a minimum excise price of Dirham 1 per millilitre.

The existing minimum excise price will continue to apply to cigarettes, water pipe tobacco, ready-to-use tobacco products and other simila...