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# What's life like for LGBTQ people in Aruba?
- URL: https://www.gtv.blue/aruba/
- Published: 2025-12-21T00:01:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-12-25T06:59:08.000Z
- Description: Let's take a look at some of the key equality indicators.
- Author: Gareth Johnson
- Tags: An LGBTQ Guide to the World

What's life like for LGBTQ people in Aruba? Let's take a look at some of the key equality indicators. 

### Is it legal to be gay in Aruba?

Yes. Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Aruba.

The age of consent is 15 and is equal for both heterosexual and homosexual intercourse.

### Is there Marriage Equality in Aruba?

There is legal recognition for same-sex partnerships, but not Marriage Equality for LGBTQ people in Aruba.

As part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Aruba must recognise as valid same-sex marriages registered in the Netherlands, but same-sex couples can’t get married in Aruba.

### Is there anti-discrimination protection for LGBTQ people in Aruba?

Yes. Comprehensive anti-discrimination and hate-crime protections for LGBTQ people are documented in Aruba’s legislative framework.

### What's life like for LGBTQ people in Aruba?

Compared to other countries in the Caribbean, Aruba is a relatively good place to live for LGBTQ people.

Attitudes to LGBTQ people in Aruba are primarily shaped by the country’s history. Aruba is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands – one of the world’s best places in terms of LGBTQ equality.

Aruba markets itself as an LGBTQ-friendly destination. In the capital of Oranjestad, there are a number of bars and hotels that cater specifically for the gay market.

There are a number of LGBTQ associations and networks in Aruba to support local LGBTQ people.

However, Aruba is still a relatively socially-conservative place. The population is quite religious. Public displays of affection between same-sex couples would probably be unwise.

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