Adult Entertainment Laws in Italy
Sex Work
Legal
Brothels
Prohibido
Street
Prohibido
Advertising
Restringido
Client Risk
Bajo
Worker Risk
Medio
Resumen legal
Selling sex legal but brothels banned since 1958 (Merlin Law). Street prostitution restricted in many cities.
En la práctica
The 1958 Merlin Law abolished state-licensed brothels. Individual sex work in private is legal. Street prostitution subject to local ordinances — many cities issue fines to both workers and clients.
Last updated: 19 April 2026
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Ver localesFrequently Asked Questions
Sí. La prostitución (el trabajo sexual) es legal en Italy.
No. Regentar un burdel es ilegal en Italy.
No. La prostitución callejera está prohibida en Italy.
La publicidad está restringida en Italy: algunos canales o formulaciones se permiten y otros no.
Pagar por sexo conlleva un riesgo legal bajo para los clientes en Italy conforme a la normativa vigente.
Las personas trabajadoras sexuales afrontan un riesgo legal moderado en Italy. La aplicación varía y algunas actividades conexas siguen siendo delito.
The 1958 Merlin Law abolished state-licensed brothels. Individual sex work in private is legal. Street prostitution subject to local ordinances — many cities issue fines to both workers and clients.
Aviso legal: This is general information only, not legal advice. Laws change frequently. Always verify current local regulations before acting on this information.