Last updated: August 27, 2024

Sub-national Laws

Are sub-national jurisdictions permitted to have smoke-free laws?

Yes

If yes, are they allowed to be more stringent than national law?

Yes

If yes, do one or more sub-national jurisdictions have smoke-free laws more stringent than national law?

Yes

A brief comment on the extent of sub-national legislation:

Several sub-national jurisdictions have passed smoke free legislation. Some of these laws are more stringent than national law in some respects. For example, Dhofar Municipality prohibits cafés for smoking tobacco in outdoor parks and gardens, a provision not contained in national legislation.