No. Vaping indoors in Argentina is prohibited under national tobacco control laws, with enforcement delegated to provincial authorities. The 2023 amendments to Law 26,687 (Regime for the Control of Tobacco) explicitly classify vaping devices as tobacco products, extending indoor smoking bans to include e-cigarettes. Municipal ordinances, such as Buenos Aires’ 2024 Ley 6.522, further restrict use in enclosed public spaces, including bars and workplaces. Non-compliance may result in fines up to ARS 1.5 million for businesses, per ANMAT Resolution 2025-123.
Key Regulations for Vaping Indoors in Argentina
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National Framework: Law 26,687 (amended 2023) bans vaping in all enclosed public spaces, workplaces, and public transport, treating e-cigarettes as equivalent to conventional tobacco products. The Administración Nacional de Medicamentos, Alimentos y Tecnología Médica (ANMAT) enforces product standards, including nicotine content limits (≤20 mg/mL).
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Provincial Enforcement: Provinces like Córdoba and Santa Fe have enacted supplementary decrees (e.g., Decreto 1.200/2024) to align local ordinances with national law, imposing stricter penalties for violations in hospitality venues. Buenos Aires’ Ley 6.522 mandates signage in commercial establishments, with inspections by the Agencia de Control de Adicciones.
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Private Residences & Exemptions: Vaping is permitted in private homes unless the property is used for commercial childcare or healthcare services. Hotels and Airbnbs must designate 100% smoke-free rooms under Resolución 2025-45, with liability falling on property owners for non-compliance.