Understanding Malta’s New Vape Tax: What It Means for You
As of January 1, 2025, vaping in Malta has entered a new chapter with the introduction of an excise tax on e-liquids. If you’re part of the House of Clouds family—whether you’re a regular in-store or one of our online cloud chasers—you’ve probably caught wind of this change. We’re here to clear the air: what’s this tax about, how does it affect your vaping experience, and how can we keep the clouds rolling?
What’s the New Vape Tax?
The Maltese government has rolled out an excise duty of €0.13 per milliliter on all e-liquids, nicotine or not. That means a standard 10ml bottle now carries an extra €1.30 in tax. Announced in Budget 2025, this measure is expected to bring in €500,000 for the government in its first year—and it’s hitting every vape shop’s shelves, including ours.
Here’s the breakdown:
A 10ml bottle of e-liquid? Add €1.30.
A 50ml shortfill? That’s €6.50 more.
A 100ml cloud-maker’s dream? An extra €13.00.
Disposables aren’t dodging the storm either—those handy 2ml devices, like many we stock, now come with a €0.26 tax per unit.
Why the Change?
Malta’s joining a European trend of tightening the reins on vaping. With disposables booming and creative flavors flooding the market, the government’s aiming to balance public health with a bit of extra revenue. At House of Clouds, we get it—vaping’s our passion too—but it’s a shift we all have to ride out.
What Does This Mean for You?
For our cloud crew, this tax means higher prices on e-liquids and vape gear across the board. A 10ml bottle that used to go for €4.99 might now hover around €6.29—a 26% jump. Bigger bottles and shortfills will feel the pinch even more, which could surprise some of our heavy hitters.
Here at House of Clouds, we’re doing everything we can to keep vaping affordable while staying compliant. We’re cushioning the blow where possible, but new stock prices will reflect the tax. The good news? Vaping’s still a smarter pick than smoking, and we’ve got your back through this haze.
Stock Up Smartly
Want to outrun the tax cloud for a bit? Now’s the perfect time to stock up on your go-to juices or snag that mod you’ve been eyeing. We’ve still got some pre-tax inventory up for grabs at current prices—first come, first served! Watch our site and socials for deals to help you keep the clouds thick without breaking the bank.
The Bigger Picture
This tax might feel like a gust in the face, but vaping’s still soaring in Malta. The industry’s evolving, and House of Clouds is evolving with it. Whether you’re chasing massive clouds, savoring bold flavors, or kicking cigs to the curb, we’re your home for top-tier products and know-how.
Got questions about the tax or your setup? Swing by House of Clouds or hit us up online—we’re here to keep you vaping strong. Let’s weather this storm and keep the skies cloudy together!
Happy vaping,
The House of Clouds Crew
