No. Vaping indoors in Malaysia is prohibited under the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations 2004, enforced by the Ministry of Health (MoH) and local authorities. The 2026 amendments to the Control of Smoking and Adulterated Products Act explicitly extend indoor smoking bans to include vaping devices, with penalties up to RM10,000 for violations.
Key Regulations for Vaping Indoors in Malaysia
- Complete Indoor Ban: The 2026 amendments to the Control of Smoking and Adulterated Products Act classify vaping as equivalent to smoking in enclosed public spaces, workplaces, and public transport. Exemptions apply only to designated outdoor smoking areas.
- Local Authority Enforcement: Municipal councils (e.g., DBKL, MBJB) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) conduct routine inspections under the Local Government Act 1976, with fines issued by magistrates’ courts.
- Product-Specific Restrictions: Nicotine-containing e-liquids remain regulated under the Poisons Act 1952, requiring import permits from the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA). Non-nicotine devices face fewer restrictions but are still subject to indoor use prohibitions.
Violations trigger compoundable offenses under the Federal Constitution’s Concurrent List, with enforcement prioritizing high-traffic areas like malls, hospitals, and government buildings. Businesses risk license suspension for non-compliance.