Capital city in Muscat Governorate, Oman
Is Muscat LGBTQ+ friendly?
2/5Hostile
Is Muscat LGBTQ+ friendly?
Illegal with prison; no visible scene. Discretion is essential, and cross-dressing is also illegal.
LGBTQ+ laws in Oman
No visible scene; discretion is essential. Cross-dressing is also illegal.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | No |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | No |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
| Legal penalty | Six months to three years in prison. |
LGBTQ+ friendliness across Oman
Quick answers
Is Muscat safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Illegal with prison; no visible scene. Discretion is essential, and cross-dressing is also illegal.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Oman?
No.
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