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.