Is indoor smoking allowed in Qatar?
Qatar has location-specific restrictions. Review the table for venue-level status.
Qatar regulation intelligence
Last verified: 2026-02-22
Qatar regulatory summary
Qatar 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: 3,000 QAR.
Last verified date: 2026-02-22.
Rules by place category
Hospitals & Clinics
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 96/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 71/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 1,000 QAR - 3,000 QAR | 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 Qatar?
Fine exposure varies by place and product type. Maximum tracked value in this dataset is 3,000 QAR.
How current is this Qatar data?
Each rule includes source references and verification timestamps. Latest verification is 2026-02-22.