With prenuptial agreements, you regulate how your assets and debts are divided during and after the marriage. This can be formalized both before and during the marriage with a notary in Leiden.
What do prenuptial agreements entail?
Prenuptial agreements are legal arrangements regarding:
- Who owns which assets during the marriage
- The way in which income and debts are treated
- The division in the event of a possible divorce or death
Why choose prenuptial agreements?
| Reason | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Business risk | Protect partner against debts from a business |
| Preservation of own assets | Keep inheritances or gifts separate |
| Children from previous relationships | Financial protection for children from a previous marriage |
| Difference in assets | Everyone retains what is their own |
Types of prenuptial agreements
- Limited community of property: only jointly acquired assets are shared (standard since 2018)
- Full exclusion: everything remains with the owner, no joint division
- Periodic settlement: annually settle income with each other
- Settlement upon termination: only settle upon divorce or death
Step-by-step plan in Leiden
- Consult with a notary about your wishes
- The notary prepares a draft deed
- Both partners sign
- Registration in the matrimonial property register
Costs in Leiden
Drafting prenuptial agreements with a notary in Leiden costs on average between €450 and €900, depending on the situation.
Frequently asked questions about prenuptial agreements
Can I draft prenuptial agreements later?
Yes, even during the marriage, you can draft or amend agreements with a notary in Leiden.
What if we do not draft any agreements?
Without prenuptial agreements, you fall under the limited community of property. Pre-marital assets remain personal, jointly acquired assets are shared.
Do prenuptial agreements also apply after death?
Yes, these agreements also regulate the division of assets after the death of a partner.
Contact and Assistance in Leiden
For legal advice, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Leiden at Stationsweg 46. For matters regarding prenuptial agreements, you can also contact the District Court of The Hague, Leiden location.