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LGBTQ+ travel in Malta

Capital: VallettaMaltese, EnglishUpdated October 2026
Marriage equalityLegal status

Is Malta LGBTQ+ friendly?

Among Europe's strongest LGBTQ+ laws. Open in St Julian's and Valletta; older and village communities are more Catholic and conservative.

LGBTQ+ laws

Status
Same-sex relationships legalYes
Same-sex marriageYes
Civil unions or partnershipsYes
Legal gender changeYes
Anti-discrimination lawYes

LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in Malta

PlaceRating
Valletta5/5 · Very welcoming
St. Julian's5/5 · Very welcoming
Sliema5/5 · Very welcoming
Gozo4/5 · Welcoming

LGBTQ+ friendly by place

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