By Elena Giannattasio, International Family Lawyer (New York & San Francisco), Multi-Jurisdictional Divorce, PLLC
Indonesian law allows spouses to execute a Prenuptial Property Agreement (Surat Pernyataan Harta), which must be formally signed before a local notary and filed with the Civil Registry. Without such an agreement, Indonesian marriage law presumes joint ownership of assets, meaning that property acquired during the marriage is jointly owned by the spouses unless clearly separated through a valid prenuptial agreement.
A properly executed prenuptial property agreement plays a critical role for international couples living in Indonesia, particularly those seeking to clarify ownership rights, protect premarital assets, or maintain separate financial structures that align with foreign laws or business requirements.
Foreign Law Disclaimer, Multi-Jurisdictional Divorce, PLLC
This overview concerns foreign law. Elena Giannattasio, Esq. is not admitted to practice in Indonesia and does not advise on Indonesian Law. All information is provided strictly for general educational purposes and is not legal advice.