Sex work in the canton of Neuenburg (NE)
- Main town: Neuenburg
- residents: 177'000
- Official language: Französisch
Overview
A small canton in western Switzerland with its own legislation on prostitution (Law on Prostitution, 2014). An estimated 200–350 sex workers, primarily in Neuchâtel and La Chaux-de-Fonds.
Legal Situation
Pflichtregistrierung für Sexarbeitende bei der Kantonspolizei (Service des migrations und Police neuchâteloise). Salonbetreiber benötigen Bewilligung. Strikte Auflagen für Werbung.
Restricted Areas & Site Rules
Strassenprostitution stark eingeschränkt – nur in ausgewiesenen Bereichen erlaubt. Salons nur in gewerblichen Zonen.
Registration & Permits
Police neuchâteloise für Pflichtregistrierung. Caisse cantonale de compensation. Service des migrations für EU/EFTA.
Important resources
Aspasie-Antenne Neuchâtel (über aspasie.ch). Aide Suisse contre le Sida – Antenne Jura-Neuchâtel.
Conclusion
Neuchâtel follows a similar approach to Geneva’s—administratively demanding, but legally clear. Mandatory registration is taken seriously, and violations are penalized.
This information is provided for general guidance only. State regulations change regularly. Before making any binding decisions, please verify the details directly with the relevant authority or a specialized agency.
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