Is indoor smoking allowed in France?
France has location-specific restrictions. Review the table for venue-level status.
France regulation intelligence
Last verified: 2026-02-22
France regulatory summary
France includes both banned and restricted smoking contexts across tracked locations.
Current coverage: 14 banned combinations and 18 restricted combinations.
Maximum observed fine in this dataset: 3,750 EUR.
Last verified date: 2026-02-22.
Rules by place category
Hospitals & Clinics
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Banned | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 94/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Schools & Universities
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Banned | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 94/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Public Transport
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Banned | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 96/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 71/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 71/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Restaurants
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Banned | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 90/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Bars & Nightlife
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Banned | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 90/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Office Buildings
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Banned | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 90/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Public Parks
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Beaches
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 135 EUR - 750 EUR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Cannabis (where applicable) | Banned | 200 EUR - 3,750 EUR | Risk score: 92/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
Enforcement Summary
Reports last 6 months: 0
Average fine: 135 EUR
Most common fined location: Public Transport
FAQ
What fine range is observed in France?
Fine exposure varies by place and product type. Maximum tracked value in this dataset is 3,750 EUR.
How current is this France data?
Each rule includes source references and verification timestamps. Latest verification is 2026-02-22.