Last updated: August 7, 2024
Smoke Free Status of Indoor Public Places, Workplaces, and Public Transport
All indoor workplaces
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.”
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to indoor workplaces.
All indoor public places
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.”
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to indoor public places.
All public transport
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.”
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to public transport.
Government facilities
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in government facilities.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to government facilities.
Private offices
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited private offices.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to private offices.
Hospitals
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” In addition, the law specifically mentions healthcare facilities. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in hospitals.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to hospitals.
Residential healthcare facilities - public areas
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” In addition, the law specifically mentions healthcare facilities. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in public areas of residential healthcare facilities.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to residential healthcare facilities.
Non-residential healthcare facilities
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” In addition, the law specifically mentions healthcare facilities. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in non-residential healthcare facilities.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to non-residential healthcare facilities.
Childcare facilities/preschools
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” In addition, the law specifically mentions educational facilities. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in childcare facilities and preschools.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to childcare facilities and preschools.
Primary and secondary schools
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” In addition, the law specifically mentions educational facilities. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in primary and secondary schools.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to primary and secondary schools.
Universities/vocational facilities
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” In addition, the law specifically mentions educational facilities. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in universities and vocational facilities.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to universities and vocational facilities.
Shops
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in shops.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to shops.
Cultural facilities
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in cultural facilities.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to cultural facilities.
Indoor stadium/arenas
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in indoor stadiums and arenas.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to indoor stadiums and arenas.
Restaurants
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in restaurants.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to restaurants.
Bars/pubs/nightclubs
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in bars, pubs, and nightclubs.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to bars, pubs, and nightclubs.
Casinos
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in casinos.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to casinos.
Hotels/lodging - public areas
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited in public areas of hotels and lodging.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to public areas of hotels and lodging.
Hotels/lodgings - guest rooms
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” However, because the law does not explicitly address hotel/lodging guest rooms, the regulatory status code “Uncertain” is given.
To align with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines, the law should explicitly prohibit smoking in hotel/lodging guest rooms.
Prisons/detention facilities - public areas
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” In addition, the law specifically mentions correctional institutions.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to public areas of prisons and detention facilities.
Trains, buses and other shared ground transportation other than taxis
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited on trains, buses, and other shared ground transportation.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to trains, buses, and other shared ground transportation.
Taxis (for-hire vehicle)
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” The definition of “public transportation” specifically includes taxis. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in taxis.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to taxis.
Commercial aircraft
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited on commercial aircraft.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to commercial aircraft.
Commercial watercraft
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” Therefore, smoking is prohibited on commercial watercraft.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to commercial watercraft.
Public transport facilities (waiting areas for mass transit)
The law prohibits smoking in “places used collectively or by the public, work places and on public transportation.” The definition of “place used by the public” specifically includes mass transit facilities. Therefore, smoking is prohibited in public transport facilities.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 8 and the FCTC Art. 8 Guidelines with respect to public transport facilities.