Take note of non smoking places in Singapore

Hello,你好,

Visitor to Singapore who smokes, take note. There are more public places where you are not allow by law to light up. For smokers, think of it as you have less reasons to damage your lungs when you are in Singapore. For non-smokers, rejoice! We are being protected from second-hand smoke!

Smokers who infringe on this smoking bad can be fined a maximum of SGD$1,000! Operators of those places who fail to advise smokers of lighting up can also be fined up to maximum of SGD$2000!!!!! What a way to ensure operators help to ensure smoke free zones

Here are the list of smoke free places:

  • All air-conditioned places
  • Non air-conditioned workplaces
  • Cinemas
  • Hospitals
  • Amusement centre
  • Lifts
  • Hotel Lobbies
  • MRT, Buses & Taxis
  • Banks
  • Indoor sports arenas
  • Stadiums
  • Swimming pools
  • Playgrounds
  • Anywhere within 5 metres from the entrances to building
  • Coffee shops and non-air conditioned food outlets
  • Entertainment outlets such as Discos,bars

For smokers, take note that there will be designated smoking areas in the above locations for those who really needs to smoke. But do try to smoke less and stay healthy :)

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