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Sex work in the canton of Wallis (VS)

  • main town: Sion
  • Resident: 353'000
  • Official language: Französisch, Deutsch

overview

Bilingual tourism canton (Sion, Sierre, Visp, Brig + tourism strongholds Zermatt, Verbier, Crans-Montana). Strongly seasonal. Own cantonal prostitution regulations with reporting requirements.

The detailed legal information about this canton is currently only available in German - the legally precise wording is being edited for translation. You can read the original German version below or get advice directly from one of the contact points mentioned.

Legal situation

Pflichtmeldung bei der Kantonspolizei vor Aufnahme der Tätigkeit. Salons brauchen kantonale Bewilligung. Strikte Werbe-Auflagen.

Restricted areas & location rules

Strassenprostitution kantonsweit verboten. Salons nur in Industriezonen.

Registration & permits

Police cantonale Valais. AHV-Caisse cantonale valaisanne. Service de la population et migration.

Important contact points

Antenne Sida du Valais romand (027 322 87 57). Brücke (Beratung Oberwallis). Bei spezifischer Sexarbeit-Beratung Verweis auf Aspasie (Genf) oder Fleur de Pavé (Lausanne).

Conclusion

Valais is administratively strict and enforcement is consistent. Seasonal activity (ski season) requires early registration - the approval process takes weeks.

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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