Vaping FAQs

is vaping illegal in koh samui

by Chadd Toy DVM Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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E-cigarettes and e-baraku are prohibited, as are juice refills. They have been banned since 2014. There are various tiers of penalties, but being caught vaping or even with an e-cigarette in your possession, could result in a fine of up to 30,000 Baht and a jail sentence of up to 10 years.

No. Vaping in Thailand is illegal. E-cigarettes and e-baraku are prohibited, as are juice refills.

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Is it safe to vape in Thailand?

The best advice if you want to vape in Thailand is do it privately, away from the eyes of others. And if you are apprehended by the police, remain calm, don’t get into an argument, plead naivety and aim to negotiate a discount on any fine that’s issued. Why Can’t You Vape in Thailand? Vaping is relatively new.

Are e-cigarettes legal in Thailand?

In 2018, there was a report in the Thai news that the government was planning to tax, and therefore legalize e-cigarettes and vaping liquids, which would lead to them becoming legal in the Kingdom. But this hasn’t happened yet.

Is vaping illegal in the UK?

There isn’t a law that specifically bans vaping and the possession or use of e-cigarettes. However Section 20 of the Customs Act prohibits the import of electronic cigarettes (among other things). As this section covers the category of goods that have not had tax levied on them and therefore their possession is illegal.

Is Thailand’s e-cigarette market growing too fast?

He stated that e-cigarettes pose significant health risks to users and that vaping was helping to create new smokers particularly among young people in Thailand. Despite this, Thailand’s illegal e-cigarette market has grown dramatically in recent years.

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Does Thailand allow vaping?

Electronic cigarettes are illegal in Thailand. While electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes are used around the world as a way of helping people quit smoking, travellers coming to Thailand should be aware that these devices are, in fact, illegal in the kingdom.

Can I vape in Koh Samui?

Vape is illegal in Thailand.

What happens if you get caught with a vape in Thailand?

Vaporisers (like e-cigarettes and e-baraku) and refills are illegal in Thailand. These items may be confiscated and you could be fined or sent to prison for up to 10 years if convicted. Their sale or supply is also banned and you could face a heavy fine or up to 5 years imprisonment if found guilty.

In what countries are Vapes illegal?

Countries that ban vaping product sales or useAntigua and Barbuda. Legal to use, illegal to sell.Argentina. Legal to use, illegal to sell.Australia. Legal to use, illegal to possess nicotine without a doctor's prescription. ... Bangladesh. ... Bhutan. ... Brazil. ... Brunei Darussalam. ... Cambodia.More items...•

Can you vape in Thailand Reddit?

Yes. Like anything in Thailand, you can roll the dice and there's a good chance you won't get caught - particularly don't be blatant about it but don't whinge and whine if you do get caught.

Can I vape in Bali?

Indonesia: Although travellers have reported that e-cigarettes are openly available for purchase in tourist areas and a number of e-cigarette cafes openly operate in Bali, vaping is banned in Indonesia. Jordan: E-cigarettes, including those without nicotine, have been banned since 2009.

Why are Vapes illegal in Thailand?

“The continued ban on all types of electronic cigarettes used for vaping will “help protect non-smokers from health hazards,” Health Ministry Perm-Sec Kiattipoom Wongrachit said recently at a meeting of the government's tobacco board.

Is chewing gum illegal in Thailand?

It's a punishable offense to throw used chewing gum on the road, a law that will result in a fine of around $500 USD. What happens if you don't have the cash on the spot? You'll be thrown in jail. A strange law, yes, but one that is taken seriously in Thailand.

Can you take a vape on a plane 2022?

Electronic smoking devices are allowed only in carry-on baggage.

Can I put my vape in my suitcase?

Vape devices and e-cigarettes should be packed in carry-on luggage only, with a maximum of 20 batteries. Refills and e-liquids must also be kept in hand luggage with a maximum bottle size of 100ml. You can take up to 20 batteries on board. These can be packed in your hand luggage but not in your checked baggage.

How many vapes can you take on a plane?

As batteries cannot be carried in the hold of any aircraft by law, you will be required to carry them on as hand luggage like any other e-cigarette battery. You can take multiple disposable vapes away at once, just take note that the total volume of e-liquid does not exceed the 100ml limit imposed by most airlines.

Is smoking illegal in Thailand?

Smokers are not allowed to smoke in public buildings or public areas, except for open-air areas. There is a 5 meters exclusion zone around the entrances and exit areas of all significant public spaces. Smoking in restaurants, bars and pubs are also not allowed. However, some places do have designated areas for smoking.

Can you vape in Dubai?

Since February 2019, the sale of vapers and liquids has been permitted for this in Dubai. The vaping or use of an electronic cigarette has since been permitted. However, you must bear in mind that the use of vapers is equated with cigarette smoking. Vaping is only allowed in places where you can smoke.

Can I bring IQOS to Thailand?

IQOS has been strictly banned since 2014 in Thailand. It is impossible to find a device on sale, it is also not worth smoking if you suddenly managed to bring your IQOS to the country. You can get a fine, a prison sentence for smoking IQOS, or both, depending on the place where the violator was detained.

Is vaping illegal in Vietnam?

Nowadays, vaping is banned in many Asian countries like Thailand and Singapore, but is it the same state of affair in Vietnam? Thankfully, Yes, you can vape in Vietnam legally! You can freely vape in public when travelling to Vietnam, and you can even purchase a new vaporizer or oil in a shop.

Why Can’t You Vape in Thailand?

Not only in Thailand but in many other nations. This is because as new studies are conducted there is more evidence of how dangerous (or not) vaping and the use of e-cigarettes actually is.

Why is electronic cigarettes banned in Thailand?

The Thai government’s answer to this is that their import an use is banned on health reasons and also because electronic cigarettes lure young people into becoming smokers.

Is it illegal to import electronic cigarettes?

However Section 20 of the Customs Act prohibits the import of electronic cigarettes (among other things). As this section covers the category of goods that have not had tax levied on them and therefore their possession is illegal.

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