Indonesia Considers Total Vape Ban After MUI Fatwa
Indonesia’s Health Ministry is considering a complete ban on vape distribution in the country. The move comes days after the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) ruled that Muslims may not use or sell vape products.
The MUI issued the fatwa on Nov. 6. The ministry welcomed it on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
What the Health Ministry Said
Ministry spokesperson Aji Muhawarman called the fatwa a “reinforcement of efforts to protect the public.” He said the ministry is looking to tighten its control over vapes.
“The ministry will continue to review and strengthen electronic cigarette control policies based on public health protection principles, including through plans to impose a total ban on the distribution of vapes,” Aji said.
He did not share details of the proposed ban or say when it could start.
Current Vape Rules in Indonesia
Indonesia already has rules on vaping. Government Regulation No. 28 of 2024 bans vape sales to anyone under 21. It also requires pictorial health warnings on products.
Enforcement in shops is weak and inconsistent, and vapes face less strict control than regular tobacco.
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