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LGBTQ+ Safety — Bulgaria
What travelers need to know about lgbtq+ safety in Bulgaria. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Driving in the U.S. too?The free LawLert iPhone app alerts you when you cross into a U.S. state where a law you track differs. It doesn't cover other countries yet.Get the free appLGBTQ+ Safety in Bulgaria: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.
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There are no legal restrictions on same-sex relations or LGB events in Bulgaria, but same-sex marriage is not legal and LGBTQ+ people may face stigma and verbal abuse, especially outside Sofia.
§ US State Dept — BulgariaVerified Jul 27, 2026
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