Is indoor smoking allowed in Benin?
Benin has location-specific restrictions. Review the table for venue-level status.
Benin regulation intelligence
Last verified: 2026-02-22
Benin regulatory summary
Benin includes both banned and restricted smoking contexts across tracked locations.
Current coverage: 1 banned combinations and 31 restricted combinations.
Maximum observed fine in this dataset: 50,000,000 XOF.
Last verified date: 2026-02-22.
Rules by place category
Hospitals & Clinics
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Schools & Universities
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Public Transport
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Banned | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 96/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 71/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 71/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 71/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Restaurants
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Bars & Nightlife
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Office Buildings
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Public Parks
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Beaches
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000,000 XOF - 50,000,000 XOF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Restricted | Jurisdiction-dependent | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Enforcement Summary
Reports last 6 months: 0
Average fine: N/A
Most common fined location: N/A
FAQ
What fine range is observed in Benin?
Fine exposure varies by place and product type. Maximum tracked value in this dataset is 50,000,000 XOF.
How current is this Benin data?
Each rule includes source references and verification timestamps. Latest verification is 2026-02-22.