LGBT rights in Palau

Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Palau since 23 July 2014, when the current penal code took effect. Previously, male same-sex sexual activity was illegal and punishable by up to ten years in prison; however, female same-sex activity was legal. In October 2011, the island's government promised the full decriminalisation.

Palau’s constitution defines marriage as between a man and a woman. Palau constitutionalized the same-sex marriage ban in 2008. The ban was among the 22 amendments passed during the November 4, 2008 referendum.

Open displays of affection between same-sex partners may offend.