Island in Society Islands, French Polynesia
Is Tahiti LGBTQ+ friendly?
Is Tahiti LGBTQ+ friendly?
Accepting: French law applies, same-sex marriage is legal and māhū are visible. Papeete is relaxed; rural areas are more conservative.
LGBTQ+ laws in French Polynesia
French law applies, and māhū (third-gender) people are a visible, traditional part of society. Outside Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora attitudes are more conservative.
| Status | |
|---|---|
| Same-sex relationships legal | Yes |
| Same-sex marriage | Yes |
| Civil unions or partnerships | Yes |
| Legal gender change | Yes |
| Anti-discrimination law | Yes |
LGBTQ+ friendliness across French Polynesia
Quick answers
Is Tahiti safe for LGBTQ+ travelers?
Accepting: French law applies, same-sex marriage is legal and māhū are visible. Papeete is relaxed; rural areas are more conservative.
Is same-sex marriage legal in French Polynesia?
Yes.
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Sources
- ILGA World: legal frameworks
- UK FCDO travel advice: French Polynesia
- Smartraveller: French Polynesia
- Tahiti Tourisme
- Air Tahiti
- Aremiti ferries
- Vini (mobile operator)
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