Cigarettes are not illegal in Aruba in 2026, but their use is strictly regulated by the National Ordinance Restriction Tobacco Products. Since May 2022, Aruba has enforced a comprehensive smoking ban in all publicly accessible buildings and areas. This includes a total ban on smoking in workplaces, schools, restaurants, and bars. Crucially for tourists, it is also prohibited to smoke on public terraces or in the immediate vicinity of building entrances. However, there are exceptions: smoking is still permitted on the open beach, in parking lots, and in designated "smoking zones" that are clearly marked. The legal age to purchase tobacco or e-cigarettes in Aruba is 21. It is also a serious offense to smoke in a private vehicle if a minor (under 21) is present. While you can easily buy cigarettes at supermarkets and specialized shops, the Aruban government has significantly increased taxes on tobacco as part of a national health plan, making them more expensive than in many neighboring Caribbean islands.