Document background
The Marital Property Agreement is a crucial document in Belgian family law, used either before marriage (prenuptial) or during marriage (postnuptial) to establish clear property arrangements between spouses. It became even more significant following the 2018 reforms to Belgian matrimonial property law, which modernized the rules about property division and spousal rights. The agreement allows couples to deviate from the default legal regime of community property by choosing a different regime that better suits their circumstances. It must be executed before a notary and can cover various aspects including personal and communal property, business interests, inheritance rights, and international assets. The document is particularly important for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, or couples with international connections, as it provides legal certainty and can help prevent future disputes.
