Africa
LGBTQ+ travel in Ghana
CriminalizedLegal status
Is Ghana LGBTQ+ friendly?
Social hostility is high and rising, with reports of vigilante violence and outing. Be discreet; avoid public affection and dating-app meetings with strangers.
LGBTQ+ laws
| 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 3 years' imprisonment for 'unnatural carnal knowledge'. |
LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in Ghana
| Place | Rating |
|---|---|
| Accra | 2/5 · Hostile |
| Cape Coast | 2/5 · Hostile |
| Kumasi | 2/5 · Hostile |
LGBTQ+ friendly by place
Sources
- ILGA World database
- US State Department travel advisory
- Ghana Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Ghana Tourism Authority
- Speedtest Global Index: Ghana
- World Bank open data
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