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Tobacco — Mexico
What travelers need to know about tobacco in Mexico. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Mexico bans smoking and having any lit tobacco or nicotine product in 100% smoke-free spaces: enclosed spaces, workplaces, public transport, schools at every level, and any public gathering place used for sport, arts, culture or entertainment — roofed or not. Designated smoking areas are allowed only in the open air.
Up to 100 times the daily minimum wage under Art. 48(I) of the tobacco law; the UK FCDO reports fines of up to 3,000 Mexican pesos for smoking or vaping in a public place. Repeat offences double the fine.
§ Ley General para el Control del Tabaco (DOF 17-02-2022)Recommended for travelers · partner
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