Sex work in the canton of Schaffhausen (SH)
- main town: Schaffhausen
- Resident: 83'000
- Official language: Deutsch
overview
Smallest German-speaking Swiss canton, small scene (estimated 50-100 people), primarily in Schaffhausen city. The proximity to the border with Germany shapes the clientele.
Legal situation
Sexarbeit legal, keine kantonale Spezialregelung. Salons unterliegen Gewerberecht.
Restricted areas & location rules
Strassenprostitution verboten. Salons nicht in reinen Wohnzonen.
Registration & permits
SVA Schaffhausen (AHV). Migrationsamt Schaffhausen.
Important contact points
Frauenhaus Schaffhausen. Aidshilfe Schaffhausen (052 625 89 35). Spezialisierte Beratung über FIZ Zürich oder Maria Magdalena St. Gallen.
Conclusion
Schaffhausen is administratively uncomplicated. The small size also means low anonymity - discretion is particularly important here.
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.