City, Tunisia
Is Sousse LGBTQ+ friendly?
2/5Hostile
Is Sousse LGBTQ+ friendly?
Criminalised in Tunisia and attitudes are conservative; resorts are tolerant. Be discreet.
LGBTQ+ laws in Tunisia
Arrests and anal-test prosecutions have occurred; a small underground community exists. Visitors should be discreet.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | No |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | No |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
| Legal penalty | Up to 3 years in prison (Penal Code Article 230) |
LGBTQ+ friendliness across Tunisia
Quick answers
Is Sousse safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Criminalised in Tunisia and attitudes are conservative; resorts are tolerant. Be discreet.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Tunisia?
No.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- Tunisian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- UK FCDO travel advice: Tunisia
- Monastir Airport (OACA)
- SNCFT (Tunisian National Railways)
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