Capital city in Maputo City, Mozambique
Is Maputo LGBTQ+ friendly?
Is Maputo LGBTQ+ friendly?
Same-sex acts are legal and employment discrimination is banned, but society is conservative. Maputo is more relaxed than elsewhere; be discreet.
LGBTQ+ laws in Mozambique
Same-sex acts were decriminalised in 2015 and employment discrimination is banned, but attitudes are conservative. Be discreet outside Maputo.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | Yes |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | No |
| Anti-discrimination law | Partial |
LGBTQ+ friendliness across Mozambique
Quick answers
Is Maputo safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Same-sex acts are legal and employment discrimination is banned, but society is conservative. Maputo is more relaxed than elsewhere; be discreet.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Mozambique?
No.
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