Introduction <p>This study examines the challenges faced by displaced LGBTIQ + populations in Mexico City, emphasizing the roles of legal protections, healthcare, social networks, and social media in their integration.</p> Methods <p>Findings derive from eight months of ethnographic fieldwork in Mexico City. Research included observations, in-depth biographical interviews, and informal conversations with 18 displaced LGBTIQ + persons and 10 members of civil society organizations.</p> Results <p>Access to documentation, employment, safe housing, healthcare, and social networks are central issues for LGBTIQ + displaced persons. Although Mexico City is considered an LGBTIQ + -friendly sanctuary with employment opportunities, high rent drives many to peripheral areas with limited job prospects. Long commutes increase exposure to public transport violence and reduce engagement in local communities crucial for integration. Loneliness and isolation related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and migration status heighten vulnerability to exploitative relationships, often initiated through social media.</p> Conclusions <p>The findings highlight the importance of addressing not only legal protections but also the social and economic barriers impeding LGBTIQ + displaced persons’ integration. Targeted programs, anti-discrimination measures, and culturally sensitive services are essential for safeguarding this population’s rights and wellbeing.</p> Policy Implications <p>This study calls for comprehensive integration policies in Mexico that address the specific needs of displaced LGBTIQ + persons. Implementing anti-discrimination measures, expanding mental health and healthcare support, and promoting multi-stakeholder collaboration are critical steps towards inclusive integration.</p>