Island in Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Is Bequia LGBTQ+ friendly?
Is Bequia LGBTQ+ friendly?
Same-sex acts are criminal under St. Vincent law and attitudes are conservative; visitors are rarely bothered, but discretion advised.
LGBTQ+ laws in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Same-sex acts were decriminalized in 2024 after a court ruling, but there are no protections or recognition and attitudes are conservative; be discreet.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | No |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | No |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
Quick answers
Is Bequia safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Same-sex acts are criminal under St. Vincent law and attitudes are conservative; visitors are rarely bothered, but discretion advised.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
No.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- UK FCDO travel advice: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Discover SVG
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority
- Bequia Tourism
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