Mongolia became a Party to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control on February 27, 2005.

Smoke Free Places: The law restricts smoking in most indoor workplaces to authorized smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited in all public transport vehicles and in certain enumerated workplaces and public places, including but not limited to entertainment and public services areas, public areas of hotels, educational facilities, hospitals, health resorts, and lobbies.

Tobacco Advertising, Promotion and Sponsorship: The law prohibits most forms of tobacco advertising and promotion. However, point of sale product display, direct person-to-person advertising, and unpaid depiction of tobacco products or use are allowed. All forms of tobacco sponsorship are prohibited.

Tobacco Packaging and Labeling: On the packaging and labeling of cigarettes, the law requires picture health warnings covering 65 percent of the front and back surfaces. On the packaging and labeling of pipe tobacco and similar bulk tobacco, picture health warnings are required on 65 percent of the front surface. The health warning requirements for smokeless tobacco products are uncertain. Misleading packaging and labeling, which could include terms such as “light” and “low tar” and other signs, is prohibited.

Tobacco Taxation and Prices: The World Health Organization recommends raising tobacco excise taxes so that they account for at least 70 percent of retail prices. Tobacco excise taxes in Mongolia are well below these recommendations.