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LGBTQ+ travel in Libya

Capital: TripoliArabic, Italian, EnglishUpdated October 2026
CriminalizedLegal status

Is Libya LGBTQ+ friendly?

Same-sex relations are criminalised and militia violence is a danger.

LGBTQ+ laws

Status
Same-sex relationships legalNo
Same-sex marriageNo
Civil unions or partnershipsNo
Legal gender changeNo
Anti-discrimination lawNo
Legal penaltyPrison of up to 5 years; vigilante and militia violence risk.

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