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LGBTQ+ travel in French Polynesia

Capital: PapeeteFrench, TahitianUpdated October 2026
Marriage equalityLegal status

Is French Polynesia LGBTQ+ friendly?

French law applies, and māhū (third-gender) people are a visible, traditional part of society. Outside Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora attitudes are more conservative.

LGBTQ+ laws

Status
Same-sex relationships legalYes
Same-sex marriageYes
Civil unions or partnershipsYes
Legal gender changeYes
Anti-discrimination lawYes

LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in French Polynesia

PlaceRating
Bora Bora4/5 · Welcoming
Tahiti4/5 · Welcoming
Moorea4/5 · Welcoming
Rangiroa3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet

LGBTQ+ friendly by place

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