Mexico & Central America
LGBTQ+ travel in Panama
LegalLegal status
Is Panama LGBTQ+ friendly?
Generally tolerant in Panama City, with a small scene and Casco Viejo seen as comfortable. Police have detained couples for public affection.
LGBTQ+ laws
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | Yes |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | Yes |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in Panama
| Place | Rating |
|---|---|
| Panama City | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Bocas del Toro | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Boquete | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| San Blas Islands | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Santa Catalina | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
| Pedasí | 3/5 · Tolerant, but be discreet |
LGBTQ+ friendly by place
Sources
- ILGA World database
- US State Department travel advisory
- GOV.UK foreign travel advice: Panama
- Government of Canada travel advice: Panama
- Servicio Nacional de Migración: remote worker visa requirements
- Speedtest Global Index: Panama
- World Bank open data
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