What’s life like for LGBTQ people in North Macedonia?

Let’s take a look at some of the key equality indicators.

Is homosexuality legal in North Macedonia?

Yes. Same-sex sexual activity was decriminalised in 1996.

Are there anti-discrimination protections in place for LGBTQ people in North Macedonia?

Yes, comprehensive protections were implemented in 2019.

Is there Marriage Equality in North Macedonia?

No. There is no legal recognition of same-sex relationships. The current law explicitly restricts marriage to opposite-sex couples.

What’s life like for LGBTQ people in North Macedonia?

North Macedonia is a socially conservative country. There is a small LGBTQ community.