Thailand is considered one of the most open destinations in Asia for gay and queer visitors. From Bangkok’s Silom to Pattaya and the islands in the south, the community is met with legendary hospitality.
Legal situation: Since 23 January 2025 same-sex couples have been able to marry in Thailand – the first country in Southeast Asia – including adoption, inheritance and medical decision-making rights. The 2015 Gender Equality Act prohibits discrimination based on gender expression. A legal change of gender for trans people is not yet possible, and there is no specific protection against hate crimes.