Queensland Prostitution Licensing Authority

Prostitution Licensing Authority

The Prostitution Licensing Authority (the Authority) issues brothel licences for people to operate a brothel and approved managers certificates for people to manage a brothel. It also checks licensed brothels are complying with Queensland laws.

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The PLA administers brothel licences and manager certificates in Queensland with a focus on community health and safety.

About

The PLA administers Queensland’s brothel licensing framework including applications for brothel licences and approved manager certificates.

Licensing

There are strict laws about how brothels can operate in Queensland and who can manage them.

Advertising

There are strict laws about how sex work, prostitution and non-sexual escort services can be advertised in Queensland.

Sex Work Industry Review

The Queensland Government is considering changing the law to create a decriminalised sex work industry.