Our guide to Jamaica for LGBT travelers. The Hotels and venues we have listed are recommended as safe spaces by local LGBT activists. Gay Jamaica.

<p>Our guide to Jamaica for LGBT travelers. The Hotels and venues we have listed are recommended as safe spaces by local LGBT activists. Gay Jamaica.</p>

Gay Jamaica

Jamaica is a dream destination for many, but it’s something of a minefield if you’re gay.

LGBT Jamaica

What's it like to be gay in Jamaica?

Full Legalization under the 2018 IACHR Ruling. No laws in place for same sex couples.

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

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

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 Jamaica, 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.

A person's gender identity is not legally recognized in Jamaica. For all official purposes, gender assigned at birth overrules gender identity. One does not have the right to change their legal gender.

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)

Some protections from harassment based on sexual orientation in schools.

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

Homosexuality is currently illegal. As well no discrimination protection exist in the criminal code.

Section 13(1)(9) of the Staff Orders for the Public Service (2004) requires that public service employees shall be treated fairly and equitably without discrimination based on sexual orientation.

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

People are being killed for being perceived gay.

Female same-sex encounters are not explicitly outlawed.  However, all individuals (male/female) are prohibited from buggery (anal sex) with another individual.  Punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment with or without hard labor.  (Clause 76 of source)  All male-male sexual encounters are prohibited under law.  Punishment of up to 7 years imprisonment with or without hard labor. (Clause 77 or source). Decriminalization pending.

Consensual sexual activity between individuals of the same sex.

7-14 years in prison. Not enforced. the president of Jamaica just said he has not problem with gays serving in government. Decriminalization pending.

Homosexuality is illegal there. A cop in Jamaica said that conditions for lgbt were improving.

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

Constitutional Ban. In 2011, the Parliament passed The Charter of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms (Constitutional Amendment) Act, 2011 which explicitly banned same-sex marriage and any other kind of union to be recognized in Jamaica.

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

No laws criminalizing or restricting service.

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

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

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Jamaica is a beautiful country but it can be a tricky destination if you're LGBT. Here's our guide to the best gay-friendly accommodation and venues in Jamaica as recommended by local LGBT activists.

Gay Jamaica

Jamaica is a beautiful country but it can be a tricky destination if you're LGBT. Here's our guide to the best gay-friendly accommodation and venues in Jamaica as recommended by local LGBT activists.

Montego Bay

Kingston

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