ESAsia

🇳🇵

LGBTQ+ Safety — Nepal

What travelers need to know about lgbtq+ safety in Nepal. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

LGBTQ+ Safety in Nepal: what every traveler should know.

Get alerted when this changesLawLert pings you if LGBTQ+ Safety law changes in Nepal. Free.Get the free app

GOOD TO KNOW

There are no legal restrictions on consensual same-sex relations or LGB events in Nepal, but it is a conservative society where discrimination and non-violent harassment occur; discretion and avoiding public displays of affection are advised.

No criminal penalty; social discretion advised.

§ US State Dept — Nepal

Recommended for travelers · partner

SafetyWingTravel medical insurance for trips & nomads.Get covered

More in Nepal

Customs & Cash Imports & Customs Weapons Public Conduct Cannabis Driving Photography & Drones Medications Alcohol All Nepal rules

LawLert is an independent app and is not affiliated with any government. It summarizes laws from official government and U.S. State Department sources for general information only. This is not legal advice, and laws change. Always confirm with official sources and local authorities before you travel.