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LGBTQ+ travel in Israel

Capital: JerusalemHebrew, Arabic, EnglishUpdated October 2026
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Is Israel LGBTQ+ friendly?

Tel Aviv is among the world's most LGBTQ+-friendly cities, with huge June Pride. Jerusalem and religious areas are conservative. Marriages performed abroad are registered.

LGBTQ+ laws

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

LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in Israel

PlaceRating
Tel Aviv5/5 · Very welcoming
Jerusalem3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet
Eilat4/5 · Welcoming
Haifa4/5 · Welcoming

LGBTQ+ friendly by place

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