Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community in Monaco

Information for gay, bisexual and transgender men and women living in Monaco...

Background

Homosexuality is legal in Monaco, but same-sex unions are not recognised under the law. The Parliament of Monaco (Conseil National) passed a bill in July 2011 which prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, but does not expressly make provisions for transgendered individuals.

The age of consent for gay couples in Monaco is 15.

Gay and Lesbian Organisations in Monaco

In terms of organisations, events, and venues, the Monaco LGBT community is mostly served by nearby Nice and the French Riviera. For more information, click here

Gay and Lesbian Support Groups in Monaco

Most gay, lesbian, bi and transsexual associations, social clubs and support groups are based in Paris. Many are multi-lingual.

• SOS Ecoute Gay 
  Tel: 01 44 93 01 02 (evenings, French)
• SOS Homophobie (legal counsel for victims of homophobia) 
  Tel: 01 48 06 42 41 (French) or 08 10 10 81 35
• FAACTS (Free Anglo-American Counselling Treatment Support)
  HIV and AIDS support group holds regular meetings at the American Church, quai d'Orsay, Paris.
• Association des Médecins Gais
  Help and information line run by gay doctors 
  Tel: 01 48 05 81 71