Legal framework in Switzerland

We provide free and anonymous advice to all sex workers in the canton of Bern, regardless of their residence status.

We aren’t subject to any reporting requirements. No information will be provided to the police without your consent.

• Is sex work legal in Switzerland?
• Where am I allowed to work?
• Are there age requirements for sex workers?
• Are there age requirements for clients?
• Who decides which sexual services are offered and which clients are served?
• What happens if a client doesn’t honour the arrangements?
• What happens if a manager or landlord doesn’t honour the arrangements?
• What offences exist in the field of sex work at national level?
• What are the most important articles in the Criminal Code concerning sex work?