Capital city, Singapore
Is Singapore LGBTQ+ friendly?
Is Singapore LGBTQ+ friendly?
Sex between men is legal since 2022 but marriage remains legally limited to a man and a woman. Society is tolerant but discreet; Pink Dot draws crowds.
LGBTQ+ laws in Singapore
Sex between men was decriminalised in 2022. There's a visible scene and the annual Pink Dot rally, but no partnership recognition.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | Yes |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | Yes |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
The scene in Singapore
Where to go
- Tanjong Pagar
- Chinatown bars
Events
- Pink Dot (June)
Quick answers
Is Singapore safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Sex between men is legal since 2022 but marriage remains legally limited to a man and a woman. Society is tolerant but discreet; Pink Dot draws crowds.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Singapore?
No.
Where are the LGBTQ+ areas in Singapore?
Tanjong Pagar; Chinatown bars
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- ICA: SG Arrival Card
- UK FCDO travel advice: Singapore
- Changi Airport
- Land Transport Authority
- Singapore Tourism Board
- Singapore Police Force
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