The only article that may apply to LGBT is Article 200 of the penal code which cites "serious sexual misconduct", but there were never any laws against Gaysexuality.<br />
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However it is still partially illegal in the Marawi city for its Muslim residents. <br />


Consensual sexual activity between individuals of the same sex.

If you are part of the LGBTQ in the Philippines, you can only adopt if you are single.

The ability for same-sex couples to legally adopt a child.

The difference between legal age of consent for Gaysexual sex and heterosexual sex.

Men who have had sex with men are never allowed to donate blood. Blood Donations by MSMs pending.

The ability for MSMs (men who have sex with men) to donate blood or tissue for organ transplants. A deferral period refers to a waiting time before a man can donate after having sex.

In Philippines, there are no laws restricting to discussion or promotion of LGBTQ+ topics.

Censorship or prohibition of discussing, promoting, or teaching LGBTQ+ topics in media, schools, and in the general public.

Filipinos who undergo gender re-assignment surgery are not permitted to change their legal gender per a supreme court ruling in 2007. Individuals with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), a very rare gender disorder, are permitted to change their gender. Changing gender pending.

Legal recognition of sex reassignment by permitting a change of legal gender on an individual's birth certificate.

Filipinos who undergo gender re-assignment surgery are not permitted to change their legal gender per a supreme court ruling in 2007.

Currently in the Philippines there is one region that has put a ban on conversion therapy- Bataan.

Legal status of conducting sexual orientation changing therapy ("ex-gay" therapy)

There are some local discrimination protections for LGBT people. Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) Equality Bill pending nationwide.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Although certain regions of the Philippines have anti discrimination laws but they are not being widely and properly enforce nor followed. Though LGBT rights groups around the country demand the passing of the Equality Bill. 

The Magna Carta for Public Social Workers assures protection from discrimination, including sexual orientation and sex, but does not specify gender identity. Some jurisdictions offer protections for sexual orientation and gender identity.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity in employment, including hiring, promotion, termination, harassment, etc.

In 1999, Philippines adopted the ICD-10 classification, which contains codes for diagnosing transsexualism in adulthood and childhood, which authorize the initiation of medical transition.

Medical and psychological support designed to help individuals transition to the gender they identify with, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and surgeries.

In 1992, Philippines adopted the ICD-9 classification, which included codes allowing for the diagnosis of transsexualism in adults.

In 1976, Philippines legalized sterilization, which de facto meant legalizing sex reassignment surgery, however, medical records regarding transsexualism had to be obtained abroad.

Currently in Philippines, your protections for housing discrimination vary broadly based on which jurisdiction you live in. 8 out of 22 jurisdictions have laws protecting you based on sexual orientation but only 7 do for gender identity.

Prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity when applying for housing or discrimination by landlords / property owners.

Medical interventions performed on intersex infants to alter their genital appearance to conform to typical male or female standards, often without the informed consent of the child who is too young to participate in the decision-making process.

Legalization pending. Law makers say denying gay marriage is unconstitutional. Same sex weddings do happen in The Philippines and can be blessed, but just not registered. Civil unions pending.<br />


Marriage and marriage recognition between two people of the same biological sex and/or gender identity.

The Philippines does not recognize any form of same-sex union under any circumstance.  The Philippine Supreme Court has also denied and dismissed the petition to legalize same-sex marriage.

The Philippines does not recognize nor provide any legal rights for same-sex marriages nor unions in any way. The Philippine Supreme Court rejects a petition to legalize same-sex marriage.

The ability for Gaysexuals to serve in the military and be open about their sexuality.

The Philippines does not recognize nor allow people to legally change "x" gender on their passports and other legal documents.

Legal recognition of non-binary, genderqueer, or third gender identities.

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