Tobacco Law

Tobacco Law – Spain

Legislation in Spain

Tobacco companies can sell their products through tobacco specialists (known as estancos) and vending machines. The Spanish estancos remain allowed to sell their tobacco products on the internet, a service which is available for the European Union’s market.

According to the local legislation, smoking is prohibited in indoor public places (including offices) and in public transportation. The law stipulates that several outdoor public places also fall in this category, such as playgrounds or health facilities public areas.

The main legislation regulating smoking and tobacco distribution is the 28/2005 Law. Law amended by the 42/2010 Law that introduced the above-mentioned provisions related to permitted smoking areas.

Packaging and labeling of tobacco products fall under the provisions of the Royal Decree 1079/2002.

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