Published On 2/7/2026
England national team fans received warnings before traveling to Mexico to support the “Three Lions” against the hosts in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, due to strict laws imposed by the Mexican authorities on electronic cigarettes and vaping devices.
The England national team is scheduled to meet its Mexican counterpart, next Monday, at the Azteca Stadium, after overcoming a 2-1 deficit against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, thanks to a brace by its captain, Harry Kane.
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According to the warnings, the use of e-cigarettes within Mexico is not explicitly prohibited, but bringing them into the country is against the law. Travelers who are found in possession of these devices face immediate confiscation by customs authorities, with the possibility of imposing fines that may reach $12,000 (about 9,000 British pounds), and in some cases the penalty may reach eight years in prison.
Cruise and travel companies have issued similar alerts to their customers, stressing that violators may face confiscation of devices, heavy fines, or detention in accordance with Mexican laws.
For its part, the Mexican government justified these measures as part of the framework of protecting public health, especially the health of children and adolescents. “Mexico has become a leading country in protecting the health of children and adolescents,” said Jade Zabicki, head of the Mexican National Commission against Addiction. According to the British newspaper The Sun.
On the sporting front, the England national team seeks to continue its journey in the tournament when it faces Mexico, after qualifying for the eighth final thanks to the brilliance of Harry Kane, who scored two winning goals against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, despite the difficult start that saw the African team advance in the first minutes of the match.
