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LGBTQ+ travel in Reunion

Capital: Saint-DenisFrenchUpdated October 2026
Marriage equalityLegal status

Is Reunion LGBTQ+ friendly?

French law applies, including same-sex marriage; attitudes are more conservative than mainland France, but the island is generally accepting.

LGBTQ+ laws

Status
Same-sex relationships legalYes
Same-sex marriageYes
Civil unions or partnershipsYes
Legal gender changeYes
Anti-discrimination lawYes

LGBTQ+ friendliness by place in Reunion

PlaceRating
Saint-Gilles-les-Bains4/5 · Welcoming
Saint-Denis4/5 · Welcoming
Saint-Pierre4/5 · Welcoming

LGBTQ+ friendly by place

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