Quit or Die Is Failing, Yet Hong Kong Plans Sweeping Vape Ban Vaping Post Got a vape or e cigarette? Starting today, you can now be fined for carrying it in public. The Hong Kong vaping ban takes effect, prohibiting people to possess or use vapes, e cigarettes, The ban kicked in on Apr. 30 and the penalties include fines and jail time. The ban may eventually extend to private spaces too. Photo via Reuters Connect. #mothershipnews #mothershipabroad Hong Kong to Ban Vapes, Crack Down on All Tobacco Tobacco Reporter Hey teens & families heads up: stronger rules on alternative smoking products come into effect from April 30, 2026 You could be fined HKD$3000 or up to HKD$50,000 and 6