Gay rights in Belgium

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Contents 1 Laws against homosexuals 2 Protection based on sexual orientation in law 3 Recognition of same sex couples 4 Gay life in the country

[edit] Laws against homosexuals

Homosexuality was decriminalised in 1794. The age of consent was equalized just in 1985. Homosexuals are not banned from Military Service. There is no law against homosexuals.

[edit] Protection based on sexual orientation in law

Laws against discrimination based on sexual orientation in several areas like employment, housing etc went into force in 2003.

[edit] Recognition of same sex couples

Belgium is the second country to allow gay marriages since 2003. Gay and lesbian couples have the same rights as heterosexual ones, notably inheritance and, more recently, adoption.

[edit] Gay life in the country

Belgium is generally well tolerating of gays. There exists a good gay scene, with several gay clubs.