Sex work in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden (AR)

overview

Very small, rural scene with few salons. More liberal practice than the Catholic Appenzell Innerrhoden.

Legal situation

Sexarbeit legal, allgemeines Polizei- und Gewerberecht.

Restricted areas & location rules

Strassenprostitution verboten. Salons nur in dafür ausgewiesenen Zonen.

Registration & permits

AHV-Ausgleichskasse Appenzell Ausserrhoden. Amt für Migration AR.

Important contact points

Beratung über Maria Magdalena St. Gallen oder Frauenhaus St. Gallen.

Conclusion

Very rural – few structures, but uncomplicated authorities. For specialized advice go to neighboring St. Gallen.

This information is for general guidance. Cantonal regulations change regularly. Before making any binding decisions, please verify directly with the responsible authority or a specialist office.

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