In 2024, the legal landscape surrounding hiring escorts in Italy remains complex and nuanced. While prostitution itself is not illegal in Italy, various laws and local regulations govern the activities associated with it, leading to a sometimes ambiguous legal environment. This blog explores the legal status of escort hiring in Italy, examining the implications of national laws, regional differences, and recent legal developments. By understanding these intricacies, individuals can navigate the legalities and ethical considerations surrounding escort services in Italy today.
According to 2019 data by a group studying human and sex trafficking in Italy and sex work, most of the country’s sex workers out in the street at night, 79.4%, are women. Many among these, 19.6%, are trans women, one of the groups most vulnerable to gender-based violence.