Senegal
Same-sex relations are criminalized under Article 319 of the Senegalese Penal Code. In March 2026 a reform was enacted doubling the maximum penalty to 10 years' imprisonment and additionally criminalizing the 'glorification' and financing of same-sex relationships. There is no legal recognition of same-sex unions. The U.S. State Department classifies Senegal as Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions), but the legal framework for LGBTQI+ persons is very restrictive. We recommend consulting official sources before planning any travel.
Legal framework · Senegal
LGBT
identity
Criminalized · up to 10 years' imprisonment
Penal Code, Article 319 (reformed March 2026) · up to 10 years' imprisonment and up to 10 million XOF fine · 'glorification' and financing of same-sex relationships also criminalized
Partnership
recognition
Not recognized
No same-sex marriage or civil union
Official sources
check before traveling to Senegal
Foreign affairs ministries publish updated travel advisories. For destinations with restrictive legal frameworks we recommend consulting several official sources before planning.