City in Osh Region, Kyrgyzstan
Is Osh LGBTQ+ friendly?
2/5Hostile
Is Osh LGBTQ+ friendly?
Legal but socially hostile, and a 2023 law restricts 'propaganda'. No visible scene; keep discretion.
LGBTQ+ laws in Kyrgyzstan
Hostile climate: a 2023 law restricts 'propaganda', and activists face harassment. Stay discreet; there is no visible scene.
| 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 Kyrgyzstan
Quick answers
Is Osh safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Legal but socially hostile, and a 2023 law restricts 'propaganda'. No visible scene; keep discretion.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Kyrgyzstan?
No.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- Kyrgyz Republic e-Visa (official)
- Department of Tourism of Kyrgyzstan
- Kyrgyzstan e-visa portal
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