LGBT rights in Nicaragua
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Nicaragua face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Both male and female types of same-sex sexual activity are legal in Nicaragua. Discrimination based on sexual orientation is banned in certain areas, including in employment and access to health services.
LGBT rights in Nicaragua | |
|---|---|
Nicaragua | |
| Status | Legal since 2008 |
| Gender identity | No |
| Military | No |
| Discrimination protections | Sexual orientation and gender identity protections (see below) |
| Family rights | |
| Recognition of relationships | No recognition of same-sex couples |
| Adoption | No |
According to Nicaraguan LGBT group Movimiento de la Diversidad Sexual (Movement of Sexual Diversity), there are approximately 600,000 gay people living in Nicaragua.
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