Is indoor smoking allowed in Rwanda?
Rwanda has location-specific restrictions. Review the table for venue-level status.
Rwanda regulation intelligence
Last verified: 2026-02-22
Rwanda regulatory summary
Rwanda 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 RWF.
Last verified date: 2026-02-22.
Rules by place category
Hospitals & Clinics
| Product | Status | Fine range | Risk | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 69/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 96/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 71/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Vapes / E-cigarettes | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | Risk score: 65/100 | Confidence: Medium Last verified: 2026-02-22 |
| Heated Tobacco | Restricted | 10,000 RWF - 50,000 RWF | 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 Rwanda?
Fine exposure varies by place and product type. Maximum tracked value in this dataset is 50,000 RWF.
How current is this Rwanda data?
Each rule includes source references and verification timestamps. Latest verification is 2026-02-22.