LGBTQ rights in Kuwait
LGBTQ rights in Kuwait | |
|---|---|
| Legal status | Illegal for males (not criminalised between females): 133 |
| Penalty | Imprisonment of up to 7 years |
| Gender identity | No; crossdressing decriminalised |
| Military | No |
| Discrimination protections | None |
| Family rights | |
| Recognition of relationships | No recognition of same-sex unions |
| Adoption | No |
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people in Kuwait face significant challenges not experienced by non-LGBTQ residents. Same-sex sexual activity between men is specifically outlawed and LGBTQ individuals may also be targeted under the public morality laws. LGBTQ persons are regularly prosecuted by the government and additionally face discrimination and stigmatization by officials and amongst the broader population.