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LGBTQ+ travel in Cyprus

Capital: NicosiaGreek, Turkish, EnglishUpdated October 2026
LegalLegal status

Is Cyprus LGBTQ+ friendly?

Civil unions since 2015. Limassol and Nicosia are relaxed; society is religious and more conservative outside cities.

LGBTQ+ laws

Status
Same-sex relationships legalYes
Same-sex marriageNo
Civil unions or partnershipsYes
Legal gender changeNo
Anti-discrimination lawPartial

LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in Cyprus

PlaceRating
Limassol4/5 · Welcoming
Paphos3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet
Ayia Napa3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet
Larnaca3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet
Nicosia3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet
Kyrenia3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet

LGBTQ+ friendly by place

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