Bangkok's street food is legendary. There are many historic temples to explore. It really is an unbeatable destination for a city break. Bangkok is a city you have to see at least once in a lifetime.

<p>Bangkok's street food is legendary. There are many historic temples to explore. It really is an unbeatable destination for a city break. Bangkok is a city you have to see at least once in a lifetime.</p>

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Adoption is only allowed for married couples, and same-sex marriage isn't allowed either. Therefore, gay people can’t adopt in Thailand.

The ability for same-sex couples to legally adopt a child.

The difference between legal age of consent for homosexual sex and heterosexual sex.

Date shown is when US banned gay male blood donations.

The ability for MSMs (men who have sex with men) to donate blood or tissue for organ transplants. A deferral period refers to a waiting time before a man can donate after having sex.

In Thailand, there are no laws restricting the discussion or promotion of LGBTQ+ topics.

Censorship or prohibition of discussing, promoting, or teaching LGBTQ+ topics in media, schools, and in the general public.

Sex reassignment surgery is legal in Thailand, however Thai law does not allow for gender to be changed on legal documents such as ID. Date shown is when Thailand became a constitutional monarchy. 

Legal recognition of sex reassignment by permitting a change of legal gender on an individual's birth certificate.

Legal status of conducting sexual orientation changing therapy ("ex-gay" therapy)

The Thai Constitution (unsure which one) prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity in employment, including hiring, promotion, termination, harassment, etc.

Gender reassignment surgery is legal and accessible within Thailand.

Medical and psychological support designed to help individuals transition to the gender they identify with, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and surgeries.

Consensual sexual activity between individuals of the same sex.

Under the revision of Thailand Criminal Code.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity when applying for housing or discrimination by landlords / property owners.

Medical interventions performed on intersex infants to alter their genital appearance to conform to typical male or female standards, often without the informed consent of the child who is too young to participate in the decision-making process.

On March 27th 2024, the Thailand parliament voted on a bill that would legalize same-sex marriage and it passed. Now that it has passed, it is sent to the Thailand Senate and if it passes there it will still need royal approval. According to many critics, this bill will succeed. However, as of now, gay marriage is still not legal.

Marriage and marriage recognition between two people of the same biological sex and/or gender identity.

The ability for homosexuals to serve in the military and be open about their sexuality.

Between 1954 and 2005 homosexuality was considered a mental disorder and gay men were prohibited from serving.

Thailand doesn't allow changing legal gender.

Legal recognition of non-binary, genderqueer, or third gender identities.

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