Last updated: June 1, 2023
Penalties
Advertising and Promotion
The Ministry of Health is charged with implementing the law, but it is not clear whether or to what extent that includes inspections and enforcement.
Different fine amounts and jail sentences apply based on the form of the advertising. Fines range from a minimum of 1,000 kyats to a maximum of 3,000 kyats for some violating some forms of tobacco advertising and promotion, to a minimum of 20,000 kyats to a maximum of 20,000 kyats for others. Jail times range from one to two years, depending on the form of advertising and promotion. Fines increase for subsequent offenses.
Sponsorship
The Ministry of Health is charged with implementing the law, but it is not clear whether or to what extent that includes inspections and enforcement.
Penalties range from 20,000 to 50,000 kyats and up to two years imprisonment for the first offense; and 50,000-200,000 kyats for the second and subsequent offenses.
