Recognition of same-sex unions in Seychelles

This law stipulated a penalty of 14 years' imprisonment for consensual, private sexual relations between people of the same sex, although it had never been enforced.

[2][3][4] Laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and a more welcoming and accepting society relative to other African nations have cemented Seychelles as one of "Africa's most LGBT-friendly countries".

The Seychelles Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Maurice Loustau-Lalanne, described the marriage ceremony as "lacking in sensitivity".

The British High Commission has complete respect for the laws, culture, beliefs and values of the Republic of Seychelles."

[9] The Civil Code of Seychelles, which now governs the requirements and application process for couples wishing to marry, similarly does not contain an explicit definition of marriage.

However, article 32(2) states:[12] The right contained in clause (1) may be subject to such restrictions as may be prescribed by law and necessary in a democratic society including the prevention of marriage between persons of the same sex or persons within certain family degrees.In July 2022, activists met President Wavel Ramkalawan to discuss the possibility of legalising same-sex marriage.