Vaping in India: What the Law Says About E Cigarettes and E Liquids Thai police clarify that using e cigarettes in Thailand is not illegal, but selling and distributing them remains banned. Got caught vaping in Bangkok Fined and lesson learned : r Thailand The Thai government will take tougher action against e cigarette smokers, who can be charged with receiving smuggled products, according to a spokesman. E cigarette users could also face charges of receiving smuggled goods.