Prenuptial agreement: often a notary is required

In Germany and France a prenuptial agreement is concluded before a notary, and an electronic signature does not replace that. Other countries have their own form rules; check them before anyone signs. With canusign you can only sign accompanying documents that have no form requirement, such as a joint list of assets. Every document signed with canusign gets a timestamp and an audit certificate.

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Can I sign a prenuptial agreement online?

Not where the law requires a notary. In Germany § 1410 BGB requires both spouses to be present at the same time before a notary; in France article 1394 of the Code civil requires a notarial deed. Neither canusign's simple signature nor a qualified electronic signature replaces that. Other jurisdictions set their own rules.

When should you sign a prenuptial agreement?

A prenuptial agreement can be signed before or during marriage. Particularly advisable for entrepreneurs, self-employed, or different financial situations.

What can be regulated in a prenuptial agreement?

Property regime (e.g., separation of property), alimony in case of divorce, pension equalization, and inheritance waiver.

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