It depends where you are in the world, although the most common legal age for smoking is 18. In the UK, the official age to buy cigarettes was lifted from 16 to 18 in 2007 as the Department of Health hoped this would cut the number of teenage smokers. Retailers that stock tobacco have a legal obligation to ask for ID when in doubt, or risk prosecution and a fine of up to £2,500 if caught selling to those under age.
Tobacco products include: Cigarettes, cigars, loose rolling tobacco and rolling papers. However, although under 18s are banned from buying tobacco, it is alleged that there is no law against smoking from the age of 16 as long as you have ID to prove your age. Each police force in the UK operate a different policy and some police constables may seize cigarettes from those, who look under 16 and not carrying ID, are found smoking in public places.
This is similar to that of the UK legal drinking age law. The minimum age for the purchase of alcohol is 18 but those aged 16 and 17 are able to consume wine, beer or cider on licensed premises such as pubs, bars and restaurants. This is permitted in England and Wales as long as an adult orders the drinks and as long as the alcohol is accompanied by a meal.
Remember that smoking in indoor public places e.g. Clubs, bars, workplaces etc. Are banned throughout the UK - regardless of what age you are!
Tobacco products include: Cigarettes, cigars, loose rolling tobacco and rolling papers. However, although under 18s are banned from buying tobacco, it is alleged that there is no law against smoking from the age of 16 as long as you have ID to prove your age. Each police force in the UK operate a different policy and some police constables may seize cigarettes from those, who look under 16 and not carrying ID, are found smoking in public places.
This is similar to that of the UK legal drinking age law. The minimum age for the purchase of alcohol is 18 but those aged 16 and 17 are able to consume wine, beer or cider on licensed premises such as pubs, bars and restaurants. This is permitted in England and Wales as long as an adult orders the drinks and as long as the alcohol is accompanied by a meal.
Remember that smoking in indoor public places e.g. Clubs, bars, workplaces etc. Are banned throughout the UK - regardless of what age you are!
