Riyadh: Strict ban on sale of tobacco products to children and teenagers in Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing has ordered a ban on the sale of such products to those below 18 years of age.
The Ministry has revised the terms and conditions for shops selling tobacco products. These regulations were published on the government’s ‘Istitla’ website and public comments and suggestions were sought.
The warning applies to shops licensed to sell tobacco products such as hookah (shisha) devices, electronic cigarettes and related products.
Ensuring the safety and quality of such products is part of the Act. According to the terms and conditions, establishments selling tobacco products must be licensed in accordance with the Municipal Licensing Procedures Act and Regulations. Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to enter the tobacco shop or purchase products. The seller reserves the right to ask the buyer to provide proof of 18 years of age.
The main regulations issued by the Ministry
Open 24 hours without a permit and close at 12 midnight s should not operate. But this provision is not applicable during Ramadan and holidays. Cigarettes not to be sold in sealed packets of not more than 20 Too much. Sale of tobacco products in the form of pills is allowed. No. Retail sale is also prohibited. Price of tobacco or any of its related products No discount should be given in They should not be included in free promotional offers.
Cars, Buses, Trains, Ships, Boats, Insurance We start off with rudeness on all public transport routes. Prohibition of sale of moderate tobacco or related products There is also a ban on rotting. Tobacco products should not be advertised. Names or names of tobacco products in a way that violates public order Use of words, characters or images is also prohibited. .
Employees in tobacco shops should wear uniform. Also, the name of the shop should be clearly indicated on the uniform. In case of any illness, work till complete recovery. Don’t pretend. Separate toilets and rest room for businessmen must There should be a place to sit and pray. One should not sleep or rest inside the cave.
Eating at places other than designated places Smoking is also prohibited.
Tobacco products and equipment on the floor or front of the shop It is prohibited to display on wooden and plastic boards. About the dangers of using tobacco products Descriptive notice boards displayed in establishments The rules issued by the ministry say that it should be eaten.