In a bid to curb the rising trend of vaping, particularly among youth, the Thai government has introduced a new tip-off app and cash rewards for reporting e-cigarette use and sales violations. As of March 26th, informants can receive 3,000 baht (approximately $88 USD) if a violator is fined, with penalties for vaping in public set at 5,000 baht (around $147 USD).
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Are you planning a trip to Thailand and wondering if you can bring your vape with you? As a popular tourist destination, Thailand attracts millions of visitors each year, many of whom are vapers. However, the legal landscape surrounding e-cigarettes in the country is complex and often misunderstood. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the current laws and regulations, the risks involved in bringing vapes to Thailand, and offer practical advice for tourists looking to navigate this tricky terrain.
Read moreThailand maintains some of the strictest vaping laws in the world. E-cigarettes (vapes) and related devices are banned in the country, and tourists should be aware of the serious legal risks of bringing or using them during their visit. The following guide explains the current legal status of vaping in Thailand, the laws behind the ban, penalties (with real examples), common misconceptions, recent crackdowns, and practical advice for travelers.
Read moreThailand has ramped up its crackdown on electronic cigarettes, blocking thousands of online platforms and imposing severe penalties on violators. Deputy Government Spokesperson Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan announced that the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DE) is actively shutting down e-cigarette sales across social media and websites. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s directive to strictly enforce the country’s e-cigarette ban.
Read moreThailand has taken a significant step towards the potential legalization of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products (HTPs) as the Thai Parliament recently acknowledged a report from the Ad Hoc Committee on E-Cigarettes. The report, which thoroughly examined the issue of e-cigarette regulation in the country, found that the majority of committee members support ending the current ban and implementing appropriate legal regulations for these products.
Read moreThailand’s Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has declared a resolute stance against electronic cigarettes, vowing to pursue a relentless crackdown on the prohibited products. In a Facebook post on March 19, 2025, the Prime Minister highlighted recent police raids on an e-cigarette warehouse and the arrest of a major operator, urging the Customs Department and Ministry of Finance to expand their efforts to apprehend other key players, including shipping companies that violate the law.
Read moreIn a recent announcement dated March 10, General Permpoon Chidchob, Thailand’s Minister of Education, outlined a set of measures designed to control the growing problem of e-cigarette use, particularly among students and young people. This move comes in response to the Cabinet’s approval of a proposal from the Prime Minister on April 9, 2024, which called for a collaborative effort between various ministries and agencies to prevent access to and use of e-cigarettes in educational institutions at all levels.
Read moreThailand is ramping up its efforts to combat the growing problem of illegal e-cigarette sales, with the government considering the establishment of a special committee to lead the charge. As reported by the Bangkok Post on March 8, 2025, more than 9,000 e-cigarette sales websites have been blocked so far, and the crackdown is set to intensify in the near future.
Read moreThe Bangkok city government has announced a new, stringent initiative to crack down on the sale and use of vapes or e-cigarettes around schools. The aim is to achieve a 100 percent smoke-free and drug-free environment in and around schools throughout the Thai capital.
Read moreThe Thai Cabinet has approved a draft ministerial regulation that prohibits students from possessing or using e-cigarettes, e-hookahs, and other psychoactive substances, as proposed by the Ministry of Education. The regulation aims to amend the Child Protection Act B.E. 2546 (2003) to address the growing threat posed by these products.
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