Is it legal for Venus and Hans to get married

The marriage between Venus and Hans is legal under the legal framework of China. Chinese law recognizes the marriage rights of transgender individuals, and they can register as long as both parties meet the legal conditions for marriage.

As a transgender woman who has undergone gender reassignment surgery, Venus' gender information on her ID has been legally changed, and her marriage to Hans complies with the provisions of the Civil Code regarding freedom of marriage. Since 2003, China has abolished the prohibition on transgender marriage. The registered residence department will go through the formalities for changing the ID card according to the gender identification certificate issued by the hospital. After the change, it will enjoy the legal rights consistent with the physiological gender.

In a few cases, the registration may be blocked due to the deviation of the registered residence department's understanding of the policy, but it can be solved through administrative litigation and other legal channels. According to relevant precedents of the Supreme People's Court, judicial authorities generally support the marriage rights of transgender people and believe that gender reassignment is a legitimate exercise of personal identity rights.

It is recommended that partners with similar situations consult the local civil affairs department in advance for specific procedures, prepare complete gender change certificates, premarital medical examination reports, and other materials. After marriage registration, both parties enjoy equal civil rights such as property rights and inheritance rights. In case of infringement, legal aid can be sought. Maintaining positive communication can help reduce the pressure caused by social bias, and if necessary, contact LGBTQ+public welfare organizations for psychological support.