These agreements provide certainty and predictability in asset division, protect family wealth, and reduce conflicts in the event of divorce or separation. They allow couples to plan for the future and safeguard their financial interests.
These agreements provide certainty and predictability in asset division, protect family wealth, and reduce conflicts in the event of divorce or separation. They allow couples to plan for the future and safeguard their financial interests.
Postnuptial Agreement, known as “Perjanjian Setelah Nikah” in Indonesian, is similar to a Prenuptial Agreement but is entered into after marriage.
Prenuptial Agreement, often referred to as “Perjanjian Pra Nikah” in Indonesian, is a legal contract entered into by couples before marriage. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of each party regarding property ownership and distribution, financial arrangements, and other assets in the event of divorce.
Estate planning in Indonesia involves drafting a will (wasiat) to specify asset distribution and minimize tax implications. Consulting with our legal expert can help you ensure your wishes are legally documented and executed.
The duration varies depending on the complexity of the case and whether the parties agree on terms. On average, it can take 6 (six) months, or it will be faster if both parties have agreed on terms.
The divorce process involves filing a petition, attending mediation (it is required by law), attending court hearings process, and presenting evidence to support grounds for divorce, then an Indonesian court will issue a court decision.
Grounds for divorce in Indonesia may vary, it can include adultery, cruelty, abandonment, absence for a certain period, irreconcilable differences, etc.
In Indonesia, divorce can be filed through the Religious Court (for couples of the same Muslim religion), or the District Court (for Non-Muslim religion and mixed-religion marriages). You must meet certain grounds for divorce as stipulated in Indonesian law.
Failure to register a foreign marriage in Indonesia may lead to not having a legal standing and complications in legal matters such as property ownership and inheritance matters. It is important to ensure proper registration to secure legal recognition and rights in Indonesia.
