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LGBTQ+ Safety — Malaysia
What travelers need to know about lgbtq+ safety in Malaysia. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Homosexual acts are illegal under Malaysian law; police sometimes raid venues popular with LGBTQ travelers, and some states add separate Sharia penalties for Muslims.
Punishments can include up to 20 years in prison or caning; some states' Sharia laws add up to 3 years plus caning for Muslims.
§ US State Dept — MalaysiaVerified Jul 19, 2026
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