LGBT rights in Benin

Homosexuality is taboo in Benin in parts of society, homosexual acts are legal.

Illegality

Homosexual acts are legal in Benin. There is no anti-discrimination law in Benin.

Recognition of same-sex partnerships

State recognition of same-sex couples is not in the form of same-sex marriage or in a registered partnership in Benin.

Social situation

In Benin, there is only a small LGBT community in the capital Porto- Novo. Organizations who strive to protect the rights of homosexual people in the country are scarce.