Date of Implementation: 2008

Bars and restaurants: Incomplete ban. Some restrictions in force, but notable exemptions allowing smoking areas

Workplaces: Incomplete ban. Some restrictions in force, but notable exemptions allowing smoking areas

Public transport: Complete ban

* NB - The Portugese Governement is currently considering a complete smoking ban. Click here for more information*

Useful Links:

Second hand smoke (SHS) exposure in children. An evaluation of a preventative measure

The burden of disease attributable to smoking in Portugal.

Tobacco consumption by the portuguese population. Data from the 2005-2006 National Health Survey