The vape divide: 34 countries have banned e cigarettes entirely as the WHO says they could be just as harmful as regular tobacco but 74 nations don't have any rules in place 34 Countries Where Vaping Is Illegal (Rules, Limitations, and Consequences) No vape from now. And HK is not alone. As of 2026, 46 countries have already launched a total ban on vapes: Singapore, Thailand, Qatar, Vietnam, and counting. The UK banned The government plans to ease rules on e cigarettes and allow tobacco products to be displayed. Concerns are rising as youth vaping is increasing rapidly. Activists urge reconsideration, noting that nearly 30 countries