Public Smoking Laws
Laws prohibiting smoking in public places and related violation penalties
Law Text
Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed public places including restaurants, cafes, public transportation, hospitals, schools, universities, shopping centers, and government offices.
Prohibited Places
- • Enclosed restaurants and cafes
- • Public transportation (bus, metro, train)
- • Hospitals and medical clinics
- • Schools and universities
- • Shopping centers and malls
- • Government offices
- • Cinemas and theaters
Fines and Penalties
Violator (Smoker):
Fine from 200 to 500 EGP
Place Owner:
Fine from 500 to 1000 EGP for not preventing smoking
Reporting Violations
Citizens can report smoking violations in public places through:
- • Ministry of Health hotline: 105
- • Digital Government app
- • Local police