LGBT rights in Côte d'Ivoire

Law on Homosexuality
Homosexuality is not forbidden in by law in Côte d'Ivoire, same sex sexual contact is not mentioned in law and no sodomy laws exist.

Protection based on sexual orientation in law
There is no legal protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Recognition of same sex couples
The government of Côte d'Ivoire does not recognize same-sex marriages.

Gay life in the country
Since Côte d'Ivoire is a former French colony, the law is rather liberal, but not public behavior.