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Before the wedding ◆ Prenuptial agreement

A prenup written for the countries you live in

For couples with two nationalities, a prenup covers more than money. It can set out which law applies to your property, what happens if you move, and how things are handled if the marriage ends. We work with partner lawyers to draft an agreement that reflects what you’ve both agreed and fits the countries that matter to you.

Recognition of prenups varies a lot from country to country, and sometimes by religion too. So we check your case before anything is drafted, and tell you honestly where an agreement is likely to be respected and where it may not be.

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Discuss a prenup
Is this for you? ◇

This is for you if

  • You own an apartment in Paris and you’re marrying in Dubai
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  • One of you has a business and you want to agree now how it’s treated
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  • You may move countries in a few years and want to know which law applies
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  • You have children from a previous marriage and want their position protected
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What you get ✦

What’s included

  • Introductory meeting with both partners
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  • Recognition check for your countries with a partner lawyer
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  • Drafting by a qualified lawyer
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  • Review rounds until you’re both happy with the text
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  • Help with notarisation, translation and attestation
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  • Coordination with your wedding timeline
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How it works ◆

Step by step

01

Talk through what matters

We discuss your assets, plans and concerns with both of you. It’s a practical conversation, and it often makes the topic less awkward.

02

Check where it must hold

Our partner lawyers look at your nationalities, residence and where your assets are, and tell you what can realistically be enforced.

03

Draft and review together

The lawyer prepares a draft. You both read it, ask questions and request changes until you’re both comfortable.

04

Sign it properly

We arrange signature, notarisation and any translation or attestation needed, so the document is in the right form before the wedding.

Your questions ◇

Prenuptial agreement FAQ

Is a prenup valid in the UAE?

It depends on your situation, including your religions, nationalities and which law governs your marriage and property. In some cases an agreement can carry real weight, in others it may be partly or not at all recognised. We don’t give a blanket answer. A partner lawyer checks your case before you spend money on drafting.

Will our prenup be recognised in my home country?

Some countries readily accept agreements made abroad, others have strict rules on form, timing or content. The only reliable way to know is to check the specific countries involved. That check is part of the process, and we’ll tell you if a separate agreement or extra step is needed for one of them.

When should we sign it?

Before the wedding, and with enough time that neither of you feels rushed. Some countries look less favourably on agreements signed at the last minute. Drafting, review, notarisation and any attestation all take time, so starting a few months ahead is sensible. We’ll plan backwards from your wedding date.

Isn’t asking for a prenup a sign we don’t trust each other?

Many couples worry about this. In practice, talking through money and property openly tends to bring people closer, because nothing is left unsaid. For international couples it’s also simply practical, since you may live under different laws over the years. We help you frame the conversation so it doesn’t feel like an accusation.

Do we each need our own lawyer?

In some countries it’s recommended or even expected that each partner gets independent advice, because it makes the agreement harder to challenge later. We’ll tell you whether that applies to you and can arrange a second lawyer if needed, so each of you has someone to ask.

Can we change the prenup after we’re married?

In many places you can amend or replace it, though the rules on how vary by country. If your life changes a lot, for example you move, have children or start a business, it’s worth reviewing. We can help you check whether an update makes sense.

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