Is it illegal to drink at 15?

It is illegal to sell alcohol to anyone aged under 18 and for under 18s to buy or attempt to buy alcohol. However, children aged five to 16 are legally allowed to drink alcohol at home or on other private premises. “If children do drink alcohol, they shouldn’t do so until they’re at least 15 years old.”

What is the drinking age in Phuket?

20
The legal drinking age and alcohol laws in Thailand The drinking age in Thailand is 20, and it’s in the interest of bar owners to enforce this, as establishments do occasionally get raided by police looking for underage drinkers and patrons under the influence of illegal substances.

What is the legal age to drink in Thailand?

The legal drinking age is 20 and the sale of alcohol is prohibited in certain areas like schools and parks. Thailand already limits the hours that stores can sell alcohol.

Can a 15 year old drink alcohol with a meal?

The law allows for people under 18 to drink “beer, cider and perry” whilst eating a “meal”. The youngster must be seated in an area dedicated to the service and consumption of food.

Are drugs illegal in Thailand?

Drugs. Don’t become involved with drugs of any kind. Possession of even very small quantities can lead to imprisonment. If you are found guilty of possession of marijuana you could receive a long prison sentence and/or a heavy fine.

Can 16 year olds drink in Portugal?

There are now two legal drinking ages for different alcoholic drinks, i.e., 16 years for wine and beer and 18 for all type of alcoholic beverages (spirits).

Can 16 year olds drink alcohol in Australia?

Laws that apply anywhere in Australia Legal drinking age – you must be 18 or older to buy alcohol or to drink alcohol in a licensed venue. Selling alcohol – it’s illegal to sell alcohol to anyone under 18 or to someone who is already drunk.

The drinking age in Phuket seems to be 20 but I’m only 18 is it strictly enforced what happens if the authorities catch an underage under the influence , has this ever happend before .

How old do you have to be to drink in bars?

There is NO drinking age, in a private setting. There is a purchase age, and yes, that is 20. If you can get into a club, bar, and get served, then you won’t have a problem. Shouldn’t anyway.

What happens if you drink alcohol in a pub under 18?

You can be stopped, fined or arrested by police if you’re under 18 and drinking alcohol in public. If you’re under 18, it’s against the law: for someone to sell you alcohol. to buy or try to buy alcohol. for an adult to buy or try to buy alcohol for you. to drink alcohol in licensed premises (such as a pub or restaurant)

Can a 16 year old go to a pub in England?

If you’re under 18, it’s against the law: However, if you’re 16 or 17 and accompanied by an adult, you can drink (but not buy) beer, wine or cider with a meal. If you’re 16 or under, you may be able to go to a pub (or premises primarily used to sell alcohol) if you’re accompanied by an adult. However, this isn’t always the case.