Myanmar
Same-sex relations are criminalized under Section 377 of Myanmar's Penal Code (enacted 1886 under British colonial rule), with up to 10 years' imprisonment, though enforcement remains minimal. There is no legal recognition of same-sex unions. Several foreign affairs ministries advise against all travel to Myanmar due to armed conflict and arbitrary enforcement of local laws. We recommend consulting official sources before planning any travel.
Legal framework · Myanmar
LGBT
identity
Criminalized · up to 10 years
Section 377 of Myanmar Penal Code (1886, British colonial inheritance) · up to 10 years prison · enforcement minimal in practice
Partnership
recognition
Not recognized
No same-sex marriage or civil union
Official sources
check before traveling to Myanmar
Foreign affairs ministries publish updated travel advisories. For destinations with restrictive legal frameworks we recommend consulting several official sources before planning.