Taiwan
Guide
Smoking rules in Taiwan — where can you smoke?
Taiwan's Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act bans smoking in indoor public places and many outdoor areas, with designated smoking spots provided in cities like Taipei. A major 2023 amendment raised the legal age to 20 and banned flavoured cigarettes. Smoking outside permitted areas can result in fines, so always use clearly marked zones.
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Key points
- ✓Use marked outdoor smoking spots in Taipei.
- ✓Indoor public smoking is broadly banned.
City rules in Taiwan
Taipei bans smoking in all indoor public places and in a growing list of designated outdoor areas — smoke only in designated smoking areas. Fines range from NT$2,000 to NT$10,000.
FAQ
Can you smoke indoors in Taiwan?▾
Generally no. Indoor public places are smoke-free; use designated outdoor smoking areas.