Authorisation for the commercial exhibition of persons Granting

  • Full text

    Displays of persons are events at which the physical appearance of the persons on show is the main focus. The performances presented by them (e.g. singing or theatre performances) are in the background. This term mainly covers events that

    • display the sexual attractions of the persons concerned or
       
    • to satisfy the public's desire for sensation.

    Examples: Striptease or table dance

    A licence is required for the commercial exhibition of persons. This can be obtained by natural and legal persons. The licence is required for

    • the organiser of the exhibition and
    • People who make their business premises available for the screening.

    The exhibition licence does not replace any other licences.

    Note: Performances of a predominantly artistic, acrobatic, sporting or similar nature are exempt from the authorisation requirement.

  • Legal basis(s)

    Section 33a of the Trade Regulation Act

    Section 49 of the Trade Regulation Act

  • Required documents

    none

  • Prerequisites

    natural or legal person

  • Deadlines

    The licence expires if the holder has not started the business within one year of its issue or has not operated it for a period of one year.

    The deadlines can be extended for good cause.

  • Author

    Forwarding service: Deep link to the original portal

  • Responsible office

    Responsibility lies with the local regulatory authorities of the municipalities, section 1(1) of the Ordinance on Competences in Trade Law (Ordinance on Competences in Trade Law – GewRZV).

    This procedure can also be handled by a "single point of contact". The "Single Point of Contact" is a special service offered by the municipalities and the state for service providers.

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