Nationwide since 2010.

Morocco just launched a gay magazine in 2010. The first gay Moroccan came out.

Full discrimination protections pending.

Under their constitution.

Under the Pitcarin Islands Constitution.

Only single people.

full adoption rights

Gay Marriage Required under 2018 AICHR Ruling. Gay marriage and Gay Unions Pending.

Under Article 16 of The Constitution and article 79 of the Labour Code.

Under the Greenland Employment Act. also incitement to hate tread on sexual orientation.

Legal age of consent is 18, but close in age exclusions apply.

All forms of discrimination are outlawed.

Age of consent in Fiji is 16, regardless of sexual orientation.

Civil Union was a recognized status

In 2010, New Hampshire was the fifth state to legalize gay marriage. The bill was signed into law on June 3, 2009.

23/31 States of Mexico (and Mexico City) recognize same-sex marriage.

Joint adoption legal in the Federal District of Mexico City (2010) and the state of Coahuila. Single gay persons may adopt nationwide.

The Constitutional Court ruled that ones sexual orientation and gender identity is not good grounds to terminate service in the police or the military

Under the Adoption Act.

Sexual orientation has been explicitly protected since 2009 in the Alberta Human Rights Act. Gender identity is read-in by the Alberta Human Rights Commission under "gender" though it is not explicit in the Act, however a lengthy tribunal process makes this implicit protection inaccessible to many Albertans.

Sexual orientation is officially a protected group. While not explicit in the law, the Alberta Human Rights Commission reads in transgender rights under "gender", but lengthy tribunal process makes this implicit protection inaccessible to many Albertans.

There remains no explicit protection of transgender people under the Act, though the Alberta Human Rights Commission reads in transgender rights under "gender".

Either single or coupled LGBT people can adopt children.

In 2009, Uruguay became the first Latin American country to allow same-sex couples to adopt children.

Surgery is required in the Vital Statistics Act.

The law specifically states discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation is punishable by imprisonment

LGBTQ+ members are protected from violence and all aspects of life.

Case law overriding Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code

The institution of registered partnership is only available to same sex couples. The unregistered cohabitation (élettársi kapcsolat) of same-sex couples was recognised and placed on equal footing with the unregistered cohabitation of different-sex couples in 1996. However, same-sex marriage is banned by the 2012 Constitution.

Joint adoption not legal at this time, only adoption of one partners existing children.

Laos legalized changing gender in 2009 but there is no protection laws.

Only able to adopt child of the other partner

Sweden becomes the seventh country to legalize same-sex marriage.

In 2009, Iowa became the third state to legalize same-sex marriage. Varnum v. Brien, Supreme Court of Iowa (2009).

Up to 2 years imprisonment and/or up to 50,000 frank fine

In 2009, Vermont became the third US state to legalize same-sex marriage, following Massachusetts in 2004 and Connecticut in 2008. Vermont was the first state to legalize same-sex marriage by legislative means.

On 26 March 2009, Parliament approved a unified anti-discrimination law, known as the Anti-Discrimination Act of 2009, which prohibits, among other categories, discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and transgender status in all areas.

At the time, gay couples were allowed to have civil unions and thus was able to apply as a couple.

Within the penal code, discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation (and discrimination in general) is treated as an aggravating circumstances.

Domestic partnership is recognized by the state as a form of same-sex union

No specific date in March. NZBS lists March 2009 on the linked page. NZBS performed a review in 2013 and results are expected to be public shortly.

Argentina recognizes international convention on human rights. LGBT individuals are explicitly protected in the military code but is not explicitly included in the general discrimination protection code.

Only sexual orientation

Only sexual orientation

Discrimination is illegal

A Colombia court ruling implies that even though there are no specific legal provisions, same sex couples can now file for the same right and protection like a different-sex marriage using the provision of a "de facto union" in the 1991 constitution

LGBTQ+ content is restricted for minors in Lithuania since 2009. The law has been used to censor LGBT books, TV shows, ads and series under the guise of "protecting minors".

Transgender people allowed to change gender, require surgery.

The right to change legal gender was introduced by the Gender Recognition Act 2009.

Discrimination of people based on sexual orientation, race, sex, and others is illegal.

No one lives there. Norwegian law however legalizes gay marriage

There is full discrimination protection in 24 cities and 11 counties in Florida. As well as sexual orientation protection under Florida hate crime law. state wide gender identity discrimination protection under section VII. Some cities and counties have offered some protection, but at the state level there is none.

Under Estonian law.

Under the Article 295 of the North Korean Criminal Law, the age of consent is 15 irrespectively of gender of parties.

Rejecting job applications due to sexual orientation, race, sex and others is illegal.

Although the Constitution prohibits any kind of discrimination (but this is difficult to enforce and unclear how applies), Equal Treatment Act only prohibits discrimination in employment.

Housing discimination due to sexual orientation, change of legal gender, crossgender identity and expression are illegal. (I am unsure if it was illegal due to legal gender change and sexual orientation before 2009.)

Protection against discrimination in the Swedish Armed Forces is explicitly stated. In 2015, Sweden even ran a campaign encouraging LGBT people to serve openly. The campaign featured a poster of an individual in camouflage with a rainbow flag badge on her arm, with the headline, "some things you should not have to camouflage." The poster read, "Equality is an essential ingredient in a democracy. In the military, we treat them with respect and see the differences of others as a fortress. We are an inclusive organisation where all the people who serve and contribute feel welcome and respected."

The Penal Code has prohibited discrimination against homosexual men, lesbians, and bisexuals since 1987. A new, consolidated anti-discrimination code (Discrimination Act 2008:567) was added to in 2008 and went into effect on January 1, 2009, which includes transgender identity or expression.

Cambodia banned adoption by gay and lesbian foreigners. It is unclear if gay and lesbian Cambodians could adopt.

An amandment made in June 2009 to Article 20(1) of the Civil Registration Law allows transgender people to change their legal gender on birth certificates or citizen identification cards following sex reassignment surgery.

In 2009, same-sex couples were granted marriage rights.

Cohabitation agreement, corresponding to civil union, was instituted in Greece, in November 26, 2008, only available to opposite-sex couples. In April 2006, former President of the PA.SO.K. party, George Papandreou proposed to Parliament the recognition of unmarried same-sex or heterosexual couples. However, the project was not accepted by the LGBT organizations as it was considered that it would not have any benefit in their rights, since it prohibited the adoption of children.

Palau's Constitution defines marriage as between a man and a woman. The same-sex marriage ban was added to the Constitution in 2008. The ban was among the 22 amendments passed during the November 4, 2008 referendum.

In 2008, Connecticut became the first US state to legalize same-sex marriage, following Massachusetts in 2004.

Legalization pending. Because gay marriage just got legalized.

Under article 68 of the 2008 constitution, adoption is explicitly only grated to different-sex unions. Singles can still apply for adoption.

Although marriage is still defined as a union between a man and a woman, article 68 of the 2008 constitution also state: The stable and monogamous union between two persons without any other marriage ties who have a common-law home, for the lapse of time and under the conditions and circumstances provided for by law, shall enjoy the same rights and obligations of those families bound by formal marriage ties.

Under federal law since 2015. Single adoption, joint adoption for married couples and second parent adoption for married couples are all allowed for LGBT people. In Kentucky, businesses can discriminate against LGBT people on the basis of religion. While it is unclear if this also applies to adoption agencies, such a case has been brought up in court and ended up with the judge resigning.

Legally, one can only change the gender when he/she is very young and has condition that "confuses" the actual gender of the child. Once the sexual organ is "fully developed", a citizen can't change his/her gender.

The age of consent is equal at 18.

Included in incitement to hatred.

5- 30 years in prison and fine. 5-25 years in Zanzibar. Rarely enforced.

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In this context, "foreign" is defined as same-sex marriages legally performed in other jurisdictions but heretofore unrecognized by New York State.

The age of consent in for anal sex in Canada is 18, whereas the age of consent for acts of sex is 16.

In 2008, Russia repealed its ban against gay people donating blood. The law was signed in effect on April 16, 2008 by Tatyana Golikova, the minister of Russia's Health and Social Development department.

Male homosexuality was legalized in 1994 in certain areas, homosexuality was fully legalized in 2008.

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after removing restrictions.

The terminology for same sex union used is domestic partnership. Same-sex marriage from other states are also recognized in oregon.

The first version of the questionnaire stated that male homosexuals, African citizens from countries infected with malaria, uneducated people, as well as other categories of people cannot donate blood in Romania. After the hearings of the Council for Combating Discrimination, the Ministry of Health removed the questions considered discriminatory from the questionnaire.

All discrimination is illegal.

Housing discrimination protections was not added to Macau's Criminal Code. Full housing discrimination protection pending.

Housing Discrimination laws completely protect sexual orientation and gender identity.

under the Marriage Act.

Full protections for Employment only. Full discrimination protections pending.

under the Macau criminal code. and under Protections for government Employees.

There are no restrictions for blood donations by MSMs.

Including Incitement to hatred based on sexual orientation.

Same-sex marriage is banned in Tajikistan

Discrimination of LGBTQ+ is currently illegal and can result in being fined or/and imprisonment.

As of 2008 (no specific date, N/D), rejecting employment due to sexual orientation or/and gender identity is currently illegal.

Since 2008, transgender people in Georgia can change documents and personal names to reflect their preferred gender after having undergone sex reassignment surgery.

Under the amendment in the Anti-Discrimination Act, Gays and lesbians are protected, trans people have yet to receive any protection

Under the amendment Anti-Discrimination Act, Gays and lesbians are protected, this doesn’t apply to trans people unfortunately

In a 2008 report by the UN Human Rights Committee, they expressed concern about discrimination against LGBT people in several areas, including employment. Employement Discrimination protections only in Tokyo and Ibaraki.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

e page 8 of the Equal Opportunities Act 2008, which prohibits discrimination in employment and other activities on many grounds, including ‘sexual orientation

According to Article 45(2) and Article 406(3) of the Novo Código Laboral Cabo-Verdiano.

Transgender citizens are permitted to change their legal gender in Taiwan provided they undergo gender re-assignment surgery.. In 2008 the Taiwanese Health Department announced it would recommend that female to male transexuals would no longer be required

The High Court ruled that same sex couples can adopt, but in practice priority is given to opposite sex couples.

Homosexuality within Chinandega is legal

According to Nicaraguan laws.

The law bans discrimination in housing for LGBT people.

Homosexuality is legal under current legal code

Article 36 specifically prohibits discriminations by sexual oientation

Since 2008

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Illegal under the UK Federal Hate Crimes.

Constitutional ban on all discrimination.

Since 2007

Only for employment for sexual orientation.

Only sexual orientation for employment.

The 2007 labor law protects against discrimination on employment on grounds of sexual orientation

Taiwan banned workplace discrimination against LGBT citizens in 2007.

The Military penal law No. 19 2007 prohibits its men from engaging Homosexual acts.

Gay Marriage comes into effect in the next couple years.

Nationwide.

Under Samoan law Since 2007.

Under the Employment Relations Promulgation 2007

Non binary options UK Wide.

State statute allows married and unmarried persons to adopt per §9-301, and a lower court ruled in MA, 2007 ME 123 (2007) that the law is not exclusionary of same-sex partners. Similarly, second-parent adoption isn't expressly permitted in statute, but case law has been tolerant in lower court rulings.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

Section 1.5 of Ireland's Defence Forces's "Equality, Diversity, and Equal Status Policies" state that "the nine (9) grounds on which discrimination is prohibited are: Gender, marital status, family status, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, race and membership of the Traveller community."

The age of consent in Portugal is 14 years of age for both homosexual and heterosexual sex.

Swiss Registered Partnership is a Civil Union that grants equal rights to Marriage but differs on three points: access to Fertility treatment, Adoption and facilitated Swiss naturalisation, this last one being discussed actually in Swiss parliament. ILGA states that Registered Partnership in Switzerland is «Equal/almost equal substitute nationally recognized» to Marriage.

In 2007 and 2008, the Legislative Yuan passed amendments to two employment laws banning discrimination based on sexual orientation at work.

Articles 4, 5 and 108 of the Labour Law 23/2007

Filipinos who undergo gender re-assignment surgery are not permitted to change their legal gender per a supreme court ruling in 2007. Individuals with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), a very rare gender disorder, are permitted to change their gender. Changing gender pending.

Transgender people in Belgium are required to undergo gender reassignment surgery in order to change their gender on state documents.

This is not decided at the Federal level, but at the territorial government level. Some territories allow it, others do not.

No protection exists for sexual orientation and gender identity under the current constitution.

Housing discrimination is illegal

Employment discrimination is illegal

Article 454 to 457 of the Luxembourgian Penal code prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender.

The labour law was amended to protect LGBTQ+ population in some aspects of the labour market.

Changing your legal gender does not require surgery, however, it does require proof of some form of medical treatment for a period of two years.

The state election in 2006 amended the constitution to include clauses that defined marriage as being between a man and a woman.

Gay marriage pending, civil unions. As well as unregistered cohabitation.

Gay Marriage Pending and Unions. Gay Unions might be legal in 2018.

Article 5 Chapter 2 of the Peruvian constitution defines marriage to be a "stable union" between a man and a woman.

This state explicitly bans housing discrimination based upon sexual orientation and gender identification. Additionally, the Human Rights Campaign states, "The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires grantees and participants of HUD programs to comply with local and state non-discrimination laws that include sexual orientation and gender identity. HUD also prohibits inquiries regarding the sexual orientation or gender identity of a prospective tenant or applicant for assisted housing in every state (March 2012)."

Employment discrimination was banned by the Employment Act 2006, and further enhanced by the Equality Act 2017.

Section 1 of the General Act on Equal Treatment (Allgemeines Gleichbehandlungsgesetz, AGG) prohibits discrimination on housing.

Not required since 2016. Missing non binary option on documents.

Transgender persons can change their legal gender and name after completion of medical intervention since 2006. They need to undergo a visual inspection of their genitals by a doctor to get the change granted, which can be difficult and humiliating.

Registered partnership is available with very limited number of rights granted.

Under the bill passed on June 22, 2018. Will come into effect on September 9, 2018.

Registered partnerships are available for same sex couples which grant some rights similar, but not equal, to marriage.

National law was amended in 2006 when the Treaty of Amsterdam was signed - giving all people the same rights under law. The Federal Constitutional Court of Germany clarified in 1 BvR 2019/16 that the general right of personality (Article 2 (1) in conjunction with Article 1 (1) of the Basic Law) protects gender identity. It also protects the gender identity of non-binary people. Article 3 (3) of the Basic Law includes non-binary people on the protection against discrimination on ground of their gender.

Transgender South Koreans are permitted to change their gender on all legal documents following gender reassignment surgery.

Federal regulations ban MSMs from donating blood, but it has been legal in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires since July 2013. A bill that would strike down the federal ban in other regions was passed by the lower house of Congress, but it was never considered by the Senate.

Covers sexual orientation and gender identity in regard to employment, housing, and public accomodations

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

This state explicitly bans housing discrimination based upon sexual orientation and gender identification. Additionally, the Human Rights Campaign states, "The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires grantees and participants of HUD programs to comply with local and state non-discrimination laws that include sexual orientation and gender identity. HUD also prohibits inquiries regarding the sexual orientation or gender identity of a prospective tenant or applicant for assisted housing in every state (March 2012)."

The 2006 constitution explicitly prohibits same sex marriage

Article 131 of the Labour Code protects the category of sexual orientation from discrimination in employment since 2006.

Sexual Offences (Amendment) Act 2006 updated the 1992 Act to bring the age of consent for all into alignment.

requires surgery to change birth certificates. Changes pending. Missing non binary options on documents.

No protections are afforded to LGBTQ people in housing.

it got equalized.

Sexual orientation protection in Article 131 of the Labour code for employment.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

Requires notarized statement from attending physician or person in charge of an institution that sex has been changed via surgery, along with a name change order. No options for non-surgical and non-binary trans people. No intersex gender marker.

Constitution defines marriage as an union between a man and a woman.

See articles 2, 46A (1) and 46B of the Employment Act 1995, amended by Act 4 of 2006

Due to Germany being a Federal Republic many states have had anti-discrimination laws as early as 1992. But by signing the Treaty of Amsterdam (EU) Germany amended its national anti-discrimination laws to include sexual orientation.

Consensual same-sex activity is not illegal. However, ambiguities exist in the Penal Code of Niger for undefined 'moral' offenses.

Same-sex marriage from abroad recognized since 2006 and in a few cities since 2020

Fine and up to 10 years in prison (decriminalization pending)

State Law 3157 of December 27, 2005

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Section 110 explicitly states marriage as being a union between a man and a woman.

Activists are trying to get this legalized. Legalized required under EU Ruling. Gay marriage legalization pending. Foreign Same Sex Marriage recognized from other countries.

Civil partnership

The Civil Partnership Act (2004). Under the Act, same-sex couples can register a civil partnership, which has almost the same legal effects, rights and obligations as marriage does for mixed-sex couples. For that reason, civil partnership is sometimes called ‘gay marriage’. However, legally, it is not marriage, but is a separate, segregated system

16 for heterosexual males/females. No established age of consent for homosexual males/females, but they can be charged with engaging in consensual activity starting at age 12.

Nationwide.

Nationwide.

Nationwide.

Homosexuality is not legal in Gambia.

Under bill C-38.

The Civil Marriage Act was passed at a federal level, overriding provincial marriage law.

Civil Marriage Act 2005 (Canada)

Same-sex marriage in Canada became legal with The Civil Marriage Act.

The Community/Union legislation (directive 2000/78) prohibited discrimination based on sexual orientation in the workspace. Later on it was transferred to the Greek legal order, with law 3304/2005, almost verbatim. The greek translation of the directive and the greek law referred to sexual orientation as “genetic orientation”.

Under the Civil Marriage Act.

Included in equal marriage legislation

In July of 2005, Spain became the third country in the world to legalize gay marriage, following the Netherlands and Belgium. The law, which was passed by the Spanish parliament and signed into law by Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, also allows same-sex couples to adopt children.

The 2005 constitution explicitly prohibits the marriage or union between two people of the same sex

The Civil Union Act 2004 received Royal assent on 13 December 2004, allowing for same-sex couples to enter civil unions when it commenced on 13 April 2005.

Kansas voters adopted a constitutional amendment in April 2005 that said "Marriage shall be constituted by one man and one woman only" and banned granting the "rights or incidents" of marriage to other relationships.

Not required.

Missing non binary options on documents.

As in United Kingdom

The Act gives transsexual people legal recognition as members of the sex appropriate to their gender (male or female) allowing them to acquire a new birth certificate, affording them full recognition of their acquired sex in law for all purposes, including marriage.

Gender Recognition Act 2004

As in United Kingdom

Surgery is not required

Homosexuality is currently illegal.

Burundian constitution prohibits same-sex marriage.

it is the more open-minded places besides Nepal and tiwan. No laws in place for same sex couples.

Morocco has several censorship measures in place including LGBT media censorship. Article 3 of the Decree Regulating the Right of Association prohibits associations from engaging in activities that, inter alia, “breach the laws or public morals” or “offend Islam”. Further amendments were made by Decree No. 2?04?969 (2005), which include prohibitive provisions, such as capacities at start-up. LGBT organisations are refused to register by the authorities.

No laws in place in for same sex couples. Legalization pending.

Anti-discrimination in hate speech and violence. As well incitement to hate tread.

Requires surgery to change documents. Changes pending. Missing non binary options on documents.

included in hate crimes as well.

According to the Wikipedia entry. So It might not be accurate.

5- 10 years in prison. Not enforced. Decriminalization pending. Since 2013 police officers have to take lgbt sensitivity training.

As being a French territory.

as being a territory of France. French laws apply.

Age of Consent for sex is equal in the Falkland Islands.

protections in in all areas.

Anti-discrimination laws in hate speech and violence

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

Sexual orientation only

Known as Amendment 3.

Sex-reassignment surgery is required to change legal documents in Kentucky.

The couple applying for adoption must be a married, different sex couple. Custody has been granted to a same-sex parent on the basis of the "child's best interest," but this is very rare.

Gay men in Japan are banned from donating blood following one (1) year after male-male sexual contact. Japanese Red Cross opposses this practice.

French law applies

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Treats of administrative penalties to be applied to companies that practice discrimination based on sexual orientation

Same-sex marriage is legal.

Marriage is recognized by law only between a man and a woman but foreign same-sex marriages are recognized

Queen's Bench Justice Donna Wilson Ruled It unconstitutional.

The state passed a constitutional amendment to ban same sex marriage.

Constitutional amendment adopted by state wide vote in 2004. Passed with 62% of the vote. Text of amendment follows: § 15.11 Marriage Amendment Only a union between one man and one woman may be a marriage valid in or recognized by this state and its political subdivisions. This state and its political subdivisions shall not create or recognize a legal status for relationships of unmarried individuals that intends to approximate the design, qualities, significance or effect of marriage.

Proposal 2 passed in 2004 defines marriage as a union between a man and a woman

Also note that it does not matter where a same-sex couple was married, Arkansas states that all such marriages are void in the eyes of the state.

The Commonwealth of Kentucky only recognizes marriages between a man and woman regardless of where the ceremony was performed.

In Florida you have the right to change your gender on your birth certificate and driver's license. In both cases, a physician is required to attest that you are receiving "appropriate treatment". What exactly is considered appropriate seems to be at the discretion of the physician. As such, surgery is not required.

Sodomy was a crime under the 1907 common law, punishable with either death or a lesser punishment at the discretion of the court. "Sodomy" has been defined by its courts as "unlawful and intentional sexual relations per anum between two human males. (Decriminalization pending)

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

The state passed a referendum question defining marriage to be a union between one man and one woman.

From 2004 to 2013 the housing discrimination status was sexual orientation only in Kosovo.

Employment discrimination status was sexual orientation only from 2004 to 2013

Sexual orientation only

Marriage is defined as a union between a man and a woman

Defines a hate crime as a criminal act committed because the victim's perceived: disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Protections also include gender identification. Also, In 2014, California became the first state in the U.S. to officially ban the use of gay panic and transgender panic defenses in murder trials.

Proposed on Legalizing Gay marriage by the King of Bhutan.

Offence of "unnatural" sex is considered a petty misdemeanor in article 213 & 214.

Any adults are permitted to petition jointly or individually before the court to request adoption, regardless of sexual orientation. §19-5-202. Second-parent adoption by same-sex couples is permitted per Colo. Rev. §19-5-203 et seq.

Protection

Bulgaria provides protection against discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation in the fields of employment, health care, and education, recruitment to the military, housing, accommodation, and a range of services available to the public

Article 13 explicitly prohibits discriminations on the basis of sexual orientations

Became the fourth Jurisdiction to legalize Gay marriage.

Same-sex marriages and civil unions are prohibited in Georgia. Marriages between people of the same sex are not entitled the status of marriage. Foreign same-sex marriages also stand void here and are not covered by the jurisdiction, whatsoever be the circumstances.

In 2004, Massachusetts became the first US state to legalize same-sex marriage.

Legal status is extremely variable based on the individual state. Recognized at a Federal level, but not in all states, for all intents and purposes except Social Security. Social Security is based on the state of residence's recognition of marital status.

LGBT people are allowed to serve openly under new rules brought into place when Cyprus joined the European Union

In all of Canada

The Alteration of Sex Description and Sex Status Act allows people to apply to have their sex status altered in the population registry, and consequently to receive identity documents and passports indicating their gender identity. The law states that transgender persons must undergo gender reassignment. This includes medical interventions but is not limited to surgery alone. Hormone therapy is considered to be gender reassignment, therefore surgery per se is not required.

just recently added protection

In Tuscany, Piedmont, Liguria, Marche, Umbria, Sicily and Emilia-Romagna discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity is banned

Homosexual activity is legal in Cape Verde.

Lgbtq+ from Finland are protected from all types of discrimination

NAC 440.130 provides allowance for persons to change gender on birth certificates and other vital records so long as a certifying physicians signs off on the persons gender identity.

Section 13(1)(9) of the Staff Orders for the Public Service (2004) requires that public service employees shall be treated fairly and equitably without discrimination based on sexual orientation.

According to the Helsinki Rights Committee in Armenia, in 2004, an internal defence ministry decree effectively bans gay men from serving in the armed forces. In practice, gays are marked as "mentally ill" and sent to a psychiatrist.

Kosovo has an equal age of consent for both heterosexual and homosexual sexual activity

Gender identity and intersex status are perceived as being covered under "gender".

Law 111 gave unmarried transgender citizens over the age of 22 with no children under the age of 20 the option to legally change their gender, only after undergoing sex-reassignment surgery.

Article 21 was amended in 2003 so that legal sex can be rectified to correct for "errors" without changing other details in the civil registry.

Previous law repealed by section 122 of the Local Government Act 2003.

Until 2018, surgery was required to change your legal gender in Brazil.

Requires a notarized affidavit from a surgeon outlining the surgical procedure(s). A court order may also be used as evidence.

Don't Ask, Don't Tell is officially repealed throughout the United States, and gays and lesbians may openly serve.

There are some local discrimination protections for LGBT people. Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) Equality Bill pending nationwide.

Missouri's hate crime statutes explicitly address both sexual orientation, defined as "male or female heterosexuality, homosexuality or bisexuality by inclination, practice, identity or expression," and gender identity, defined as "having a self-image or identity not traditionally associated with one's gender."

Under Partner Guardianship since 2014. Legalization pending.

there are no restrictions for single individuals based on sexual orientation

In 2003 Discrimination protection was extended to Sexual orientation and Gender identity in the penal code. In 2004, an official anti-discrimination bill was passed that includes provisions for sexual orientations and gender identities

Discrimination protection is afforded on the grounds of sexual orientation

Only discrimination in workplace banned.

This state explicitly bans housing discrimination based upon sexual orientation and gender identification. Additionally, the Human Rights Campaign states, "The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires grantees and participants of HUD programs to comply with local and state non-discrimination laws that include sexual orientation and gender identity. HUD also prohibits inquiries regarding the sexual orientation or gender identity of a prospective tenant or applicant for assisted housing in every state (March 2012)."

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

People are protected from discrimination based upon both sexual orientation and gender identification.

producing homophobic material can carry up to one year's imprisionment

Major-General of Medical Service Valery Kulikov stated that "the new statute about military and medical expertise from July 1, 2003 does not forbid people of non-standard sexual orientation from serving in the military." Also, in February of 2010, Prime Minister Vladimir Putin stated in an interview that gays are not banned from serving in the Russian armed forces.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

Lawrence v. Texas (2003)

Lawrence v. Texas (2003)

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

Lawrence v. Texas, U.S. Supreme Court (2003)

same sex activities legal.

Lawrence v. Texas, U.S. Supreme Court (2003)

Lawrence v. Texas, U.S. Supreme Court (2003)

US Supreme Court ruling issued in Lawrence v. Texas struck down all sodomy laws on the basis of privacy and liberty. The decision overturned any laws remaining in all US states which prohibited acts of sodomy.

U.S. Supreme Court decision superceding any state or local statute making such activity illegal

Legal due to the US Supreme ruling about homosexual activity.

Homosexual activity is legal in the United States, however, some US states had already legalized it in years prior.

Through the case Halpern v. Canada, the definition of marriage as "one man and one woman" was changed to “the voluntary union for life of two persons to the exclusion of all others” to comply with the couples' equality rights under section 15(1) of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Civil marriages for same sex couples were enabled by Article 143 of the Belgian Civil Code (Book I, Title V, Chapter I). Statutory Cohabitation remains available for those who do not wish to enter into a civil marriage.

The Constitution of Rwanda, adopted in May 2003, defines marriage as a union between a man and a woman. Article 26 states: "Only civil monogamous marriage between a man and a woman is recognized."

The National Council to Prevent Discrimination, CONAPRED, takes action to ensure equality for all citizens. This includes promoting new policies and resolving complaints of allegedly discriminatory acts.

No discrimination protections in the criminal code.

Currently unknown

Only in Mexico City.

In all areas of Discrimination. Hate crime only for sexual orientation.

The Sexual Orientation Non-Discrimination Act, effective as of January 16, 2003, makes it unlawful for anyone in New York State to be discriminated against in employment, housing, credit, education and public accommodations because of their actual or perceived sexual orientation. SONDA, in combination with laws prohibiting discrimination based on marital status, together prohibit discrimination against same-sex couples in employment, housing, credit, education, and public accommodations. With respect to transgender individuals, SONDA does not explicitly prohibit discrimination based on gender identity and expression. However, SONDA does apply when a transgender person is discriminated against based upon his or her actual or perceived sexual orientation. Furthermore, courts have also held that transgender people are protected under provisions of the New York State Human Rights Law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex and/or disability. And in 2009, then-Governor David Paterson issued an executive order prohibiting discrimination in state employment on the basis of gender identity.

Under federal Hate Crimes

Under federal hate crimes.

Under federal Hate Crimes.

State Law 7309 of 10 January 2003

In Zhambyl oblysy, it is legal to change the legal gender after surgery

Since 2003, Transgender individuals have been allowed to change legal gender in Kazakhstan. People who wanted to change their gender had to receive a diagnosis of "gender identity disorder" involving several medical tests and a 30-day psychiatric evaluation. In 2011, new guidelines were established and allowed change to identity documents only after sex reassignment surgery, physical and psychiatric medical examinations, hormone therapy and sterilization. Additionally, people under 21 are not allowed to change their gender on their official identity documents.

From the Change of the of the Criminal Code.

Latin American court ruled that all countries in Latin America have to legalize Gay Marriage. Gay marriage pending. Under 2018 IACHR Ruling.

Full Discrimination protection

sexual orientation was added in 2003. Gender indentity was always there.

The legal system in Belize does not recognise same sex marriages or civil unions.

Same-sex relationships are not recognized in Iraq.

State law provides protections from discrimination based on sexual orientation only. However, public state employees are allowed domestic partner benefits. Additionally, public state employees are protected from employment discrimination based on both sexual orientation and gender identification.

Sexual orientation was protected.

The authorities shall recognise a person as belonging to the opposite sex to that recorded on the population register, provided they: • Provides a medical report testifying that they permanently experience being a member of the opposite sex and that they live in the gender roles of those and that they have been sterilized or are otherwise incapable of having children • They are an adult • They are not married or in a registered partnership; unless the spouse or partner gives their consent in which case a marriage become a registered partnership and a registered partnership becomes a marriage • They are a Finnish citizen or is resident in Finland

California law states that an adult related to the child, a person named in a deceased parent’s will, a legal guardian, or a person with whom the child has been placed for adoption is permitted to petition to adopt. California §8600, 8601 permit same-sex adoption, and second-parent adoption is legal per case law exhibited via Sharon v. Supreme Court, 31 Cal. 4th 417 (2003). This case also explicitly banned discrimination based on sexual orientation in all adoptions and foster care placements in California.

The Section 53 of the Belize Criminal Code states that all kinds of sexual acts, except for the natural sex, are illegal. People found guilty are liable for a 10-year imprisonment. "Every person who has carnal intercourse against the order of nature with any person ... shall be liable to imprisonment for 10 years." Moreover, homosexual immigrants are prohibited an entry to the country.

Legal nationwide since 2003

"The Labour Code has contained anti-discrimination protections in employment since 2003. This prohibition is also reflected in the new Equal Treatment Law of 2010, which entered into force on 1 January 2011. The Equal Treatment Law bans sexual orientation discrimination in employment only.

Taiwan was the firs country in the Asia-Pacific region to consider legalizing same-sex marriage but the legislation stalled in the legislature.

As in the UK, IVF treatment is available for lesbian couples too.

IVF treatment is available for lesbian couples too.

Legal under the case of Du Toit v Minister of Welfare and Population Development, later made official through the Consolidated Children's Act of 2010

According to the laws of Mongolia

From 2001,Same sex acts and realtionships are legal in Mongolia

Under the Romanian Criminal Code.

The revised Criminal Code equalised the age of consent to 17, after pressure from the EU.

The age of consent between people with maximum 5 years of difference is 14. Sexual contact between coetaneous is never punishable.

Since June 2002, transgender people in Estonia have been allowed to change their legal gender and name. Additionally, they are not required to undergo sex reassignment surgery, sterilisation or divorce their partner.

The adoption requirement does not allow for unmarried couples or single parents of any form to apply for adoption of children.

Same-sex couples or even homosexuals are not allowed to adopt in Kenya. Chapter 141, Section 158 of Kenya's The Children Act states: "An adoption order shall not be made if the applicant or, in the case of joint applicants, both or any of them [...] is a homosexual."

Serving as openly homosexual was never illegal in the military penal code. This provision was strengthened with the anti-discrimination provision proposed in 2010

Law 14170 of January 15, 2002. Determines the imposition of penalties for companies who practice discriminatory act against a person because of their sexual orientation.

The age of consent of 14 years is equal for everyone.

One of the many countries were lgbt people cannot donate.

Got removed in 2010. Gay marriage pending.

Requires surgery to change birth certificates. Missing non binary options on documents.

3 to 14 years in prison. Not enforced.

It is still illegal for males.

Under the amendment to the Newfoundland and Labrador Adoption Act.

Sex between consenting adults (18 years of age by the Law on Child Protection, No. 23/2002) of the same sex or gender is not criminalized in the Indonesian Penal Code. There are three exceptions where homosexuality is marginalized in local ordinances: 1. District Ordinance on Social Order (No. 10/2007) in Banjar, South Kalimantan Province. It mentions “abnormal” homosexual and heterosexual acts (in addition to “normal” ones) in its definition of “prostitute.” No explanation is given for “normal” or “abnormal” acts. It also prohibits the formation of organizations “leading to immoral acts” that are “unacceptable to the culture of [local] society.” These are later explained by giving examples of lesbian and gay organizations “and the like.” 2. City Ordinance on the Development of a Value System in Social Life Based on the Teachings of Islam and Local Social Norms (No. 12/2009) in Tasikmalaya, West Java. It prohibits adultery and prostitution, both heterosexual and homosexual. 3. City Ordinance on the Prevention, Eradication and Prosecution of Social Ills (No. 9/2010) in Padang Panjang, West Sumatra. The section with de$nition of terms explicitly mentions “homosexual and lesbian” relationships and later prohibits such relationships and prohibits persons from “o#ering themselves for homosexual and lesbian relationships either with or without payment.” Alongside these local ordinances, Aceh province (a province with significant legislative autonomy from the rest of Indonesia) from October, 2015, criminalises homosexual sex between muslim men with a punishment of up to 100 lashes.

Any individual may petition for single parent or joint adoption. Second-parent adoption is permitted via case law referenced below.

As male homosexuality is illegal, no protection is available to any members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Equal age of consent set at 14 since a Constitutional Court ruling in 2002.

Arkansas will amend after receipt of a court order verifying that they have undergone sex-reassignment surgery and that their names have been changed.

No legislation at present, but government has said it will legislate and there has been a landmark court prompting the government to seek legislation surrounding the issue. This legislation has yet to be carried out.

Taiwan allows gay and lesbian soldiers provided they maintain military discipline standards.

Fijian law states that marriage is specificaly between a man and a woman.

Men can receive 3 to 14 years of imprisonment under Criminal Code 1974. The legislation lists homosexuality under "Unnatural Offenses" and "Indecent Practices Between Males." (decriminalization pending)

under São Paulo Law No. 10 948

Supreme Court overturned 1977 law banning homosexual activity

Only in Employment.

Some protections under the new discrimination protection. Sexual orientation discrimination protection through human rights institute.

Under the new Burundi new anti-discrimination. As well sexual orientation discrimination protection only through Human rights institute.

Same-sex couples are legally able to form registered partnerships

On September 14, 2001, the Russian Ministry of Health announced that men who have sex with men would be considered part of the "HIV high-risk groups," along with prostitutes and drug addicts.

Age of consent is equal at 16 years old.

Homosexuality is legal in Indonesia. The age of consent is 18 years old. Illegal in the Autonomous province of Aceh. Although, the Indonesian law allows homosexual conducts an overbroad interpretation of the pornography law, coupled with government action has enabled the police to use in targetting LGBT people.

Germany recognizes civil unions and provides tax benefits to couples in a civil union.

On November 30, 2000 a bill was signed to make the ages of consent equitable, regardless of gender. The law came into effect on August 1, 2001. The age of consent for men who have sex with men was reduced from 18 to 16, on par with different sex individuals.

The last section of the law that criminalizes public manifestation of homosexuality was repealed.

"Article 200" in Romania was repealed in 2001.

Marriage Law is subject to Federal Law, Victoria afforded same sex relationships equal status as defacto heterosexual relationships (as domestic partnerships) in 2001

Legislative repeal, effective 2001.

The Netherlands became the first country in the world to legalize gay marriage. The Lower Chamber voted 109 in favor on the same-sex marriage, with 33 against on September 12, 2000. On December 19, the Higher Chamber votes 'yes' on the bill. Queen Beatrix ratified the law on December 21st and it went into effect on April 1, 2001.

Provision of housing is addressed by the Equal Opportunity Act which explicitly states that it "does not include sexual preference or orientation" as a protected status. Gender identity is not mentioned in the Act.

The Equal Opportunity Act covers employment discrimination and explicitly states that it "does not include sexual preference or orientation" as a protected status. Gender identity is not mentioned in the act.

The act explicitly states that it "does not include sexual preference or orientation" as a status which may be the basis of discrimination.

Although certain regions of the Philippines have anti discrimination laws but they are not being widely and properly enforce nor followed. Though LGBT rights groups around the country demand the passing of the Equality Bill.

Was not added to the current criminal code.

not much is know about this island. was not added when criminality was decriminalized in Anguilla criminal code.

The Government of South Korea practiced censorship of gay content websites from 2001 to 2003, through its Information and Communications Ethics Committee, an official organ of the Ministry of Information and Communication.

Sexual orientation and gender identity in public employment only.

Sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination protection only in public employment.

The age of concent was equalised at the same time as homosexual activity was decriminalised.

On 13 December 2000, Caribbean Territories (Criminal Law) Order 2000 decriminalised consensual same-sex acts in private for two people over the age of 18. Age of consent for heterosexual couples is under 16.

Since legalization.

In a 2001 amendment, sex change is possible but only with surgery.

State law provides for protections against employment discrimination in regards to both sexual orientation and gender identification.

Article 1 of the Constitution of Mexico was amended to prohibit discrimination based on, among other factors, sexual orientation.

On 13 December 2000, Caribbean Territories (Criminal Law) Order 2000 decriminalised consensual same-sex acts in private for two people over the age of 18. The order came in to force on 1 January 2001. It does not apply to acts with more than two parties, or in public lavatories.

On 13 December 2000, Caribbean Territories (Criminal Law) Order 2000 decriminalised consensual same-sex acts in private for two people over the age of 18. The order came in to force on 1 January 2001. It does not apply to acts with more than two parties, or in public lavatories.

On 13 December 2000, Caribbean Territories (Criminal Law) Order 2000 decriminalised consensual same-sex acts in private for two people over the age of 18. The order does not apply to acts with more than two parties, or in public lavatories.

On 13 December 2000, Caribbean Territories (Criminal Law) Order 2000 decriminalised consensual same-sex acts in private for two people over the age of 18. The order does not apply to acts with more than two parties, or in public lavatories.

The UK government decriminalised homosexual acts between two consenting adults via Sections 3(1) and 3(7) of the Caribbean Territories (Criminal Law) Order, 2000.

Equal age of consent is 16.

Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and other "high risk HIV" groups are banned from donating blood in Taiwan.

Italy uses a risk-based donor selection system that treats MSM and heterosexual partners equally.

Under the Equality Framework Directive 2000/78/EC of the European Union employment discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation is outlawed.

Same as in England.

The age of consent is 16 (or 18 for those in a position of authority) for all couples.

Equalised age of consent to 16

The Sexual Offences Act was successfully challenged in the European Court of Human Rights in the case of ADT v. UK in 2000. The court determined the provisions making sexual acts between more than two men illegal would be in violation of privacy laws, and therefore, those portions of the Act became unenforceable. Essentially, this was the last barrier to legalizing same-sex activity within the UK.

In 2000 a new criminal code was introduced, repealing article 121 against homosexuality.

Outlawed by the Marriage Amendment Act 2000.

It has been legal since 1988 but the current criminal code was enacted in 2000.

The marriage law explicitly prohibits marriage between same-sex couples

Any person or couple may adopt a child regardless of orientation pursuant Connecticut Public Act Number 00-228.

Law Number 3406

According to article 140 and 141 of the Georgian Penal Code, the age of consent for both homosexual and heterosexual sex is 16.

Defence as part of United Kingdom

The British military actively recruits gay men and lesbians, all three services have deployed recruiting teams to gay pride events, and punishes any instance of intolerance or bullying. The Royal Navy advertises for recruits in gay magazines and has allowed gay sailors to hold civil partnership ceremonies on board ships and, since 2006, to march in full naval uniform at a gay pride marches. British Army and Royal Air Force personnel could march but had to wear civilian clothes until 2008, now all military personnel are permitted to attend Gay Pride marches in uniform.

United Kingdom responsible for defence.

Serving openly in the military is legal as of the 2000's.

The Ministry of Defence were forced to change their stance on when the European Court of Human Rights ruled in September 1999 that the then current ban on gays in the military was unlawful.

While no law offers explicit protection on the basis of sexual orientation in employment, it could be argued that Article 2 of the General Law on Youth (Law No. 49) (2000), which prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, could apply to employment matters. However, this law only protects youth between 14 and 25 years of age.

In Queensland gender change requires an application confirming surgery or proof of reassignment surgery.

Under the new anti discrimination protection laws passed 1989-2000.

in three cities and one county.

City discrimination protection in a few cities. in one county.

Defended by UK.

While Western Australia does not require gender reassignment surgery before legally changing an individual's gender, a form of reassignment procedure is required. Courts have interpreted hormones as being enough to qualify.

Protection from discrimination based on sexual orientation was probited by the General Law on Youth (Law 49/2000) and Article 11 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. In 2011 Law 135/2011 on HIV/AIDS prohibited discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

UK defends them

Ireland's Employment Equality Act, 1998, and the Equal Status Act, 2000 outlawed discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.

Miss. Code § 93-17-3(5) restricts adoptions making it illegal for a same-sex couple to adopt a child. Additionally, statute permits sexual orientation to be utilized as an adverse consideration in custody disputes.

Utah Code Ann. § 78B-6-117(3): Adoption may not be permitted to individuals who are not entered into a legal marriage in a cohabitation situation. This applies to foster parenting as well (§ 62A-4a-602). Second parent adoption is outlawed as well for same-sex couples.(§ 62A-4a-60)

This state does not provide any legal protections from discrimination based upon sexual orientation or gender identification. However, the Human Rights Campaign states, "The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires grantees and participants of HUD programs to comply with local and state non-discrimination laws that include sexual orientation and gender identity. HUD also prohibits inquiries regarding the sexual orientation or gender identity of a prospective tenant or applicant for assisted housing in every state (March 2012)."

MSM can donate acording to law, but still exists discrimination in health system against them

In 2000, the Romanian Parliament enacted a law that explicitly outlawed discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation

Article 3 (1) of the Basic Law of the Federal Republic of Germany and Article 14 of the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms protect against unequal treatment on grounds of sexual orientation.

While homosexuality itself is not technically illegal in Egypt, Equaldex characterizes it as illegal in practice. Courts have convicted people for homosexual acts using "breaching laws on public decency" and "debauchery" and "abnormal sexual relations."

Military protection is responsibility of the United Kingdom, hence their law applies.

Statutory Cohabitation grants specific rights to cohabiting persons. Although not specifically intended for LGBT couples it was open for same sex couples.