Capital city in Demerara-Mahaica, Guyana
Is Georgetown LGBTQ+ friendly?
Is Georgetown LGBTQ+ friendly?
Sex between men is still illegal but rarely prosecuted. Georgetown has a small community and Pride events; public affection draws hostility.
LGBTQ+ laws in Guyana
Attitudes are slowly softening and Georgetown holds Pride, but public affection draws hostility. The president pledged decriminalisation in 2025.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | No |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | No |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
| Legal penalty | Up to life imprisonment for sex between men; rarely enforced |
Quick answers
Is Georgetown safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Sex between men is still illegal but rarely prosecuted. Georgetown has a small community and Pride events; public affection draws hostility.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Guyana?
No.
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