What's life like for LGBTQ people in Uzbekistan? Let's take a look at some of the key equality indicators.

Is it legal to be gay?

Under the penal code of Uzbekistan, same-sex sexual activity between men is punishable by imprisonment up to three years.

There is no mention of same-sex sexual activity between women, so by default this is not illegal.

Is there anti-discrimination legislation in place?

As being gay is illegal, there are no anti-discrimination protections in place.

Is there marriage equality?

There is no recognition of same-sex relationships.

What’s it like for LGBTQ people who live there?

Being gay is illegal and punishable by imprisonment.

What’s it like for LGBTQ people who visit?

It is illegal to be gay in Uzbekistan.

Proceed with extreme caution.