Capital city in Santiago, Cabo Verde
Is Praia LGBTQ+ friendly?
Is Praia LGBTQ+ friendly?
Legal with anti-discrimination protection at work, but society is conservative. The capital is the most open place in the country.
LGBTQ+ laws in Cabo Verde
Decriminalised in 2004 and employment discrimination is banned; island culture is socially conservative but relaxed.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | Yes |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | Yes |
| Legal gender change | No |
| Anti-discrimination law | Partial |
LGBTQ+ friendliness across Cabo Verde
Quick answers
Is Praia safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Legal with anti-discrimination protection at work, but society is conservative. The capital is the most open place in the country.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Cabo Verde?
No. Civil unions are recognized.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- Cabo Verde EASE
- Cabo Verde Remote Working
- Cabo Verde Airports (ASA)
- Cabo Verde Remote Working programme
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