Gay Vietnam

Same-sex partnerships are recognised in Vietnam, though full marriage may still be pending. The Legal Status panel above has the current position. Same-sex sexual activity has never been explicitly criminalized in Vietnam. In 2015, the Vietnamese government removed same-sex marriage from the list of prohibited activities — effectively decriminalizing same-sex ceremonies — but did not grant legal recognition to same-sex partnerships. No civil unions or registered partnerships exist. No adoption rights for same-sex couples. There are no explicit statutory anti-discrimination protections based on sexual orientation or gender identity, though

The cities listed on this page have the most active LGBTQ+ scenes in Vietnam, typically anchored by the capital and the largest tourist cities. Each city page links to verified LGBTQ+ venues and upcoming events.

Yes — gay-friendly and gay-popular hotels are listed on each city page in Vietnam. International chains in central districts are reliably welcoming; independent boutique options are flagged where the community has verified them.

Pride events take place in Vietnam — check the events calendar on this site and each city page for the current year's dates.