No, vaping indoors in Singapore is illegal under the Smoking (Prohibition in Certain Places) Act and the Control of Vaping Products Act 2024, enforced by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) and National Environment Agency (NEA). Violations risk fines up to S$1,000 for first-time offenders, with stricter penalties for repeat breaches. The 2026 compliance shift mandates stricter indoor enforcement, aligning with Singapore’s near-total nicotine prohibition stance.
Key Regulations for Vaping Indoors in Singapore
- Absolute Indoor Ban: Vaping is prohibited in all enclosed public spaces, workplaces, and common areas, including void decks, lift lobbies, and covered walkways, per the Smoking (Prohibition in Certain Places) Act (Cap. 310).
- Private Residences Exemptions: Vaping is permitted in private homes only if no minors or non-consenting individuals are present, as per HSA’s Guidelines on Vaping Product Use.
- Penalties and Enforcement: The NEA conducts regular patrols, with fines of S$200–S$1,000 for violations. Repeat offenders face higher penalties, and businesses failing to enforce bans may incur corporate fines up to S$10,000.
Singapore’s regulatory framework treats vaping as equivalent to smoking, barring its use in virtually all indoor settings. The Control of Vaping Products Act 2024 further criminalizes possession of non-therapeutic vaping products in prohibited areas, reinforcing the zero-tolerance policy. Exemptions exist solely for licensed medical vaping products under strict prescription.