25 Most Sexually Active Countries in the World

7. Ireland

Recent years have brought significant socio-cultural and political changes regarding sexualities in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The image of Ireland, both north and south, has undergone considerable challenges and transformations. Scholars have started delving into aspects of Ireland’s history that were previously overlooked, including LGBTQ+ history and broader sexuality topics. Books on marriage equality, LGBTQ+ activism, visibility in the media, and historical aspects of homosexuality have been published, shedding light on Ireland’s evolving perspectives on sexuality.

6. Italy

In recent years, the landscape of sexuality has undergone radical changes in middle to high-income societies, but unfortunately, Italy lacks up-to-date studies in this regard. Throughout the 20th century, Italy’s sexual culture was influenced more by discretion, secrecy, and scandals rather than explicit identity politics. However, from the early 70s to the first Rome Pride in 2000, a sexual activism movement in Italy, spearheaded by activists, writers, and artists, has had a global impact on how they perceive and discuss bodies, desires, and sexual identities today.

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5. Portugal

According to a report, sex education in Portugal first came to attention in 1984 due to a national debate on abortion. In the following years, sexuality was integrated into the curriculum, covering both traditional values like marriage and modern views on topics such as masturbation and prostitution. However, in 2003, the government revised the rules for sex education, leading to a decrease in programs in schools. Campaigns against sex education in schools also emerged, resulting in a paralyzed program. Despite some existing rules, sex education is not a separate program in students’ curricula. Portugal is ranked high on our list, with almost 35% of people reporting high promiscuity.

4. Finland

Finland seems to have a significant percentage of promiscuous individuals, with 50% falling into that category, and an impressive 79% of the population reporting a high sexual drive. In Finland, everyone has the right to self-determination, which includes personal freedom, bodily integrity, and safety. This right extends to sexuality and the decisions individuals make about their bodies, regardless of their marital or dating status.