Document background
The No Nuptial Agreement document is utilized in the Netherlands when couples decide to marry without establishing specific matrimonial property arrangements, thereby accepting the statutory regime of limited community of property. This document became particularly relevant after the January 1, 2018 reform of Dutch matrimonial property law, which changed the default regime from universal to limited community of property. While not legally required, this document serves as important evidence that both parties made an informed decision about their matrimonial property regime. It typically includes declarations of understanding about how assets and debts will be treated, inventories of pre-marriage assets, and acknowledgments of the legal implications of marrying without a prenuptial agreement. The document is particularly useful for future reference and in protecting both parties' interests by clearly documenting their conscious choice to follow the statutory regime.
