Is smoking banned in public places in Mauritius?
Comprehensive ban
Smoking is completely prohibited in all public places, workplaces, and vehicles in Mauritius.
Mauritius is one of 70 countries classified “Comprehensive ban” for public smoking bans — 53% of the 132 with data.
Source
- Taken from
- Wikipedia: List of smoking bans
- Last checked
- 17 September 2026
- How it was classified
- Classified by a language model from the source text, then checked against hand-verified reference countries.
Nearby countries
- Madagascar
- Minimal restrictions Smoking restrictions are limited to specific transport and venues, with poor enforcement and no comprehensive ban.
- Comoros
- Partial ban Comoros has a smoking ban in place for certain public places.
- Mozambique
- Partial ban Mozambique restricts smoking in indoor public places but allows specially designated smoking rooms.
- Malawi
- Minimal restrictions There are no smoke-free ordinances in place, and none are planned.
- Kenya
- Varies by region Kenya has smoking restrictions in specific cities like Nairobi and Mombasa, but no evidence of a uniform national law.
- Zambia
- Comprehensive ban Smoking is prohibited in public places, punishable by fine or imprisonment, though specific venue exemptions are not detailed.
Other laws in Mauritius
- Driving Age
- 18+
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