Is it legal to pay for sex in Thailand?
Since the 1960, prostitution is illegal and criminally prosecutable with prison sentences of up to 20 years. It is estimate that about 100,000 to 400,000 people are sex workers in Thailand. Organizations and activist groups advocating for the rights of sex workers in Thailand have emerged to address these issues.
Is paid sex legal in Bangkok?
Under the 1996 Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act enacted by Bangkok, prostitution is prohibited. Any person soliciting sex could be fined. Pimps could be fined and imprisoned for up to 10 years.