Believing price is always the determinant of a good premium cigar Yes, price is part of the equation when you are buying a box of premium cigars
Bringing vape gear into these countries can lead to confiscation, fines, or even legal consequences
The short version Cigarettes currently cost around 4 a pack in Gibraltar vs EUR 6.50-7.00 in Spain From 10 April 2026 : the maximum price gap shrinks from 32% cheaper than Spain (current MOU) to either 15% or EUR 0.80 cheaper , whichever is less (Annex 24, Appendix 2, Section 3) EU minimum excise rates on tobacco and alcohol apply from day one (Annex 24, Article 6(2)(a)) By April 2029 : excise duties on tobacco, alcohol, and fuel must be within 6 percentage points of Spanish rates (Annex 24, Article 6(2)(b)) Menthol and capsule cigarettes , banned across the EU since 2020, will likely be banned in Gibraltar too (Articles 256(1), 258(b)) Spirit drinks get no exemption from EU product compliance rules (Article 256(3)) Food, water, pharmaceuticals, books stay at 0% Transaction Tax (Annex 24, Appendix 1) What it means for you If you smoke: prices are going up, starting 10 April
With so many vaping devices available these days, there are so many that I never got the opportunity to try, so if you have any suggestions, make sure to leave a comment below
