Town in Los Santos, Panama
Is Pedasí LGBTQ+ friendly?
3/5Tolerant, but be discreet
Is Pedasí LGBTQ+ friendly?
Quiet and discreet; locals are tolerant of visitors but the area is small and rural, with no scene.
LGBTQ+ laws in Panama
Generally tolerant in Panama City, with a small scene and Casco Viejo seen as comfortable. Police have detained couples for public affection.
| 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 across 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 |
Quick answers
Is Pedasí safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Quiet and discreet; locals are tolerant of visitors but the area is small and rural, with no scene.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Panama?
No.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- GOV.UK foreign travel advice: Panama
- Government of Canada travel advice: Panama
- Ministerio de Salud (MINSA): Pedasí health profile
- Ministerio de Salud (MINSA)
- Panama Tocumen Airport
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