Smoking ban in Spain (2026)

Last reviewed: 7 November 2026

In short: Spain bans smoking in enclosed public places, including bars and restaurants, and in children's playgrounds. Regional rules can go further, including on terraces. Smoking where it is banned carries a fine of up to EUR 30 for an isolated act.

RuleWhat applies
Cars with childrenSmoking in public places⚠ Not yet verified
Indoor public places and workplacesSmoking in public placesSmoking is banned in enclosed public places and workplaces, including public buildings, health, education and leisure venues, shopping centres, public transport and enclosed spaces of public use. Regional rules can add further places. [1]
Bars and restaurantsSmoking in public placesSmoking is banned in bars, restaurants and other enclosed catering establishments. Smoking rooms for hotels are allowed only under the conditions of Article 8. [1]
Outdoor terraces and public outdoor areasSmoking in public placesThe national law bans smoking in children's playgrounds (fenced outdoor play areas) and in the outdoor areas of health-care centres. Other outdoor places, such as terraces, are left to regional rules. [1]
FineSmoking in public placesSmoking where it is banned is a minor offence with a fine of up to EUR 30 if the conduct is isolated. Other minor offences carry EUR 30 to 600, serious offences EUR 601 to 10,000 and very serious offences EUR 10,001 to 600,000. [1]

Notes

  • Still being checked against official sources.
  • Article 7 refers to places defined by the rules of the autonomous communities, so terrace rules are set regionally.

Sources

  1. Agencia Estatal Boletín Oficial del Estado: Ley 28/2005, de 26 de diciembre, de medidas sanitarias frente al tabaquismo y reguladora de la venta, el suministro, el consumo y la publicidad de los productos del tabaco (texto consolidado) (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources

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