Countries Where Polygamy Is Legal

Afghanistan Polygyny legal for up to four wives

Bangladesh Legal and recognized, but often heavily taxed

Bhutan Legal (including polyandry via customary law) but not civilly recognized. Increasingly rare

Egypt Legal and recognized

Gambia Polygyny legal for up to four wives; common

India Polygyny legal up to four wives, but only for Muslims.

Pakistan Polygyny legal up to four wives, but only for Muslims. Men must prove ability to financially support multiple wives

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