Thai police clarify that using e cigarettes in Thailand is not illegal, but selling and distributing them remains banned. Travelers heading to Thailand need to know this. E cigarettes and vaping are completely banned throughout Thailand, and violators face strict penalties including fines and potential legal consequences. Many international travelers are unaware I have just seen that vaping and e cigs are illegal in Thailand! What does everyone do? Thailand reminds tourists on laws against e cigarettes or 'vaping' and shisha smoking Pattaya Mail Vaping in Thailand: Legal Status & Risks