Adult Entertainment Laws in Italy
Sex Work
Legaal
Brothels
Verboden
Street
Verboden
Advertising
Beperkt
Client Risk
Laag
Worker Risk
Gemiddeld
Juridisch overzicht
Selling sex legal but brothels banned since 1958 (Merlin Law). Street prostitution restricted in many cities.
In de praktijk
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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Bekijk aanbodFrequently Asked Questions
Ja. Prostitutie (sekswerk) is legaal in Italy.
Nee. Het exploiteren van een bordeel is illegaal in Italy.
Nee. Straatprostitutie is verboden in Italy.
Adverteren is in Italy aan beperkingen gebonden: sommige kanalen of formuleringen zijn toegestaan, andere niet.
Betalen voor seks brengt in Italy naar huidige regelgeving een laag juridisch risico met zich mee voor klanten.
Sekswerkers lopen in Italy een gemiddeld juridisch risico. De handhaving wisselt en sommige aanverwante activiteiten blijven strafbaar.
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.
Disclaimer: This is general information only, not legal advice. Laws change frequently. Always verify current local regulations before acting on this information.