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You can change your cookie settings at any time. You have rejected additional cookies. Around 70 countries criminalise consensual same-sex sexual activity. At least 15 countries criminalise diverse gender expression or identity through cross-dressing and disguise laws. To reduce the risks, prepare well and research your destination in advance, including legal restrictions and social attitudes.
In some countries, you may find that cities, or specific areas of cities, are more tolerant, but rural areas are less tolerant.
Research everywhere you intend to go, not just at a country level. Some hotels, especially in rural areas, may refuse bookings from same-sex couples β check before you go.
In some countries, consensual same-sex sexual activity is illegal and there may be severe penalties. In countries where same-sex activity is legal, levels of tolerance and acceptance in society may still vary hugely. In some places public displays of affection may receive unwanted attention. We will not make generalisations, assumptions or judge you. FCDO staff monitor and record incidents brought to their attention by British nationals about the treatment they have received from host authorities.
