Is gay marriage legal in new zealand

Yes, same-sex marriage is legal in New Zealand. The Marriage (Definition of Marriage) Amendment Act 2013 was passed on April 17, 2013, and it came into effect on August 19, 2013. The law allows same-sex couples to get married, and it also allows existing civil unions to be converted to marriages.

The law change was the result of a long campaign by the LGBTQ+ community and their supporters, and it was passed with the support of the majority of the New Zealand Parliament. The law change was also supported by a majority of New Zealanders, with a 2012 poll showing that 64% of respondents supported same-sex marriage.

Since the law change, many same-sex couples have gotten married in New Zealand, and the country has become a popular destination for same-sex couples from around the world who want to get married.