📖 Hong Kong

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Smoking rules in Hong Kong — where can you smoke?

Hong Kong bans smoking in all indoor public places and many outdoor areas — including parks, beaches, bus interchanges and public transport. Offenders face a fixed penalty (HK$1,500, with increases planned). Smoking is generally allowed only in non-prohibited outdoor spots, so check signage carefully.

Key points

  • No smoking in parks, beaches or public transport areas.
  • Fixed penalties apply in no-smoking zones.

City rules in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong bans smoking in all indoor public places and workplaces, many outdoor public areas (parks, beaches, transport interchanges) and, since 2026, while queuing. Fixed penalty is HK$3,000.

FAQ

How much is the smoking fine in Hong Kong?

A fixed penalty of HK$1,500 applies for smoking in statutory no-smoking areas, with further increases under discussion.

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