City in East Azerbaijan Province, Iran
Is Tabriz LGBTQ+ friendly?
1/5Dangerous
Is Tabriz LGBTQ+ friendly?
Sex between men can carry the death penalty, and there is no visible scene. Total discretion is essential.
LGBTQ+ laws in Iran
No visible scene and severe persecution. Gender change is legal only after surgery, a policy used to pressure gay people. Total discretion is essential.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | No |
| Same-sex marriage | No |
| Civil unions or partnerships | No |
| Legal gender change | Yes |
| Anti-discrimination law | No |
| Legal penalty | Death penalty for sex between men; flogging for other same-sex acts. |
LGBTQ+ friendliness across Iran
Quick answers
Is Tabriz safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Sex between men can carry the death penalty, and there is no visible scene. Total discretion is essential.
Is same-sex marriage legal in Iran?
No.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- UK FCDO travel advice: Iran
- Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs e-visa
- UNESCO: Tabriz Historic Bazaar Complex
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