LGBT rights in Akrotiri and Dhekelia
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| LGBT rights in Akrotiri and Dhekelia | |
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| Same-sex sexual activity legal? | Legal since 2000[1] |
| Gender identity/expression | - |
| Military service | Legal since 2000[1] |
| Discrimination protections | - |
| Family rights | |
| Recognition of relationships |
Yes |
| Adoption | - |
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons in Akrotiri and Dhekelia face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents.
Law regarding same-sex sexual activity
Same-sex sexual activities was legalised in Akrotiri and Dhekelia in 2000. In 2003, the age of consent was equalised for same-sex sexual activities.[1]
Discrimination protections
The territory prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation in employment since 1 March 2013.[2] Since 1 February 2016, the local Criminal Code criminalises incitement to violence on the ground of sexual orientation.[3]
