Civil union contract

Like spouses in a marriage, partners in a civil union can sign a contract to choose the regime that will govern their property.

The contract is drawn up by a notary. It can set out the property of each partner, how debts are handled and what happens if the union ends. The family patrimony rules still apply.

• Confirm which regime applies by default
• Decide whether another regime suits you better
• Describe business assets and gifts
• Plan for the end of the union