Town, Cambodia
Is Kampot LGBTQ+ friendly?
3/5Tolerant, but be discreet
Is Kampot LGBTQ+ friendly?
Tolerant and easygoing, with a few gay-friendly guesthouses and cafés; no legal recognition and no scene.
LGBTQ+ laws in Cambodia
Generally tolerant, with small gay scenes in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. No legal recognition; public affection is frowned on for everyone.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | Yes |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | No |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
LGBTQ+ friendliness across Cambodia
| Place | Rating |
|---|---|
| Siem Reap | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Phnom Penh | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Koh Rong | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Kampot | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Sihanoukville | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Koh Rong Samloem | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Battambang | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Kep | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
Quick answers
Is Kampot safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Tolerant and easygoing, with a few gay-friendly guesthouses and cafés; no legal recognition and no scene.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Cambodia?
No.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- Cambodia e-Visa (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
- Cambodia e-Arrival
- Cambodia Ministry of Tourism
- Giant Ibis Transport
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