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Breakdown of a de facto union

Breakdown of a de facto union

If you and your spouse are in a de facto union, the rules on family patrimony do not apply. As a result, you have no obligation to divide your property into two equal shares if you decide to separate.

Cohabitation agreement

A cohabitation agreement is a written agreement between two people who live together in a de facto union.

Separation agreement

You and your spouse can also sign a separation agreement.

Family residence

As a de facto spouse, you cannot register the house or apartment in which you live with your spouse as a "family residence".

Last update: April 6, 2023

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