Travellers coming to Thailand should be aware that electronic cigarettes (e cigarettes or 'vaping') as well as shisha smoking and electronic shishas, are all illegal in the Kingdom. There have been recent incidents Banned Vapes & E Cigarettes In Thailand Stay Safe! Thai police clarify that using e cigarettes in Thailand is not illegal, but selling and distributing them remains banned. Guide: Travelling & Vaping Abroad Illegal & Banned Countries Vietnam bans vapes, will fine tourists up to US$78 and jail e cigarette traders, producers South China Morning Post