Each State's Cigarette Vending Machine Laws as of 2025

Can You Still Buy Cigarettes from a Vending Machine?

Cigarette vending machines were once a common sight in bars, restaurants, and public spaces. However, due to increasing tobacco regulations, their availability has been heavily restricted. As of 2025, most states have laws limiting vending machine cigarette sales to adult-only venues or banning them altogether.

This guide provides a state-by-state breakdown of cigarette vending machine laws to help you determine where you can legally purchase cigarettes from a vending machine.

Cigarette Vending Machine Laws by State (2025)

Use the table below to check vending machine laws in your state:

State Vending Machine Regulations
Alabama Allowed only in 21+ establishments
Alaska Prohibited
Arizona Allowed in adult-only establishments
Arkansas Restricted to 21+ locations
California Banned except in minors-restricted areas
Colorado Allowed only in age-restricted venues
Connecticut Allowed in bars and private clubs
Delaware Prohibited except in adult-only places
Florida Restricted to locations inaccessible to minors
Georgia Allowed in 21+ locations
Hawaii Permitted only in minors-restricted venues
Idaho Restricted to adult-only venues
Illinois Prohibited except in age-restricted areas
Indiana Allowed only in establishments not accessible to minors
Iowa Restricted to adult-only locations
Kansas Permitted only in places inaccessible to minors
Kentucky Allowed in minors-restricted locations
Louisiana Restricted to adult-only venues
Maine Prohibited
Maryland Allowed in minors-restricted places
Massachusetts Banned except in adult-only areas
Michigan Restricted to locations inaccessible to minors
Minnesota Permitted in 21+ establishments
Mississippi Allowed in adult-only venues
Missouri Restricted to places where minors are not allowed
Montana Permitted only in adult-only areas
Nebraska Prohibited except in adult-only locations
Nevada Allowed only in minors-restricted locations
New Hampshire Restricted to adult-only establishments
New Jersey Prohibited
New Mexico Allowed in 21+ venues
New York Restricted to adult-only locations
North Carolina Permitted in adult-only venues
North Dakota Allowed only in 21+ areas
Ohio Restricted to adult-only venues
Oklahoma Permitted in minors-restricted locations
Oregon Prohibited
Pennsylvania Allowed in age-restricted locations
Rhode Island Restricted to adult-only locations
South Carolina Permitted in 21+ locations
South Dakota Allowed in adult-only venues
Tennessee Restricted to minors-restricted locations
Texas Allowed in bars & private clubs only
Utah Prohibited
Vermont Prohibited
Virginia Allowed in adult-only establishments
Washington Restricted to minors-restricted areas
West Virginia Permitted in 21+ locations
Wisconsin Allowed in adult-only areas
Wyoming Restricted to 21+ venues


Why Are Cigarette Vending Machines Restricted?

The Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act and various state laws aim to prevent underage smoking. Vending machines are often unsupervised, making them an easy target for minors. To combat this, most states now only allow vending machine sales in places where minors are not allowed, such as bars, casinos, or private clubs.

Alternative Ways to Buy Cigarettes

If you can't find a vending machine in your area, consider these alternatives:

  • Gas Stations & Convenience Stores – Available in most states with proper ID
  • Tobacco Shops – Carry a wider selection of brands
  • Membership Warehouse Clubs (Costco, Sam’s Club) – Offer bulk discounts
  • Online Retailers – Some brands are available online for delivery
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