Choosing a matrimonial regime and marriage contract

After the solemnization of your marriage or civil union, you and your spouse are bound to each other in a matrimonial regime or civil union regime, which establishes, among other things, the rules according to which your property will be administered.

A marriage contract is a legal act signed before a notary, in which you and your spouse state in writing certain decisions regarding, among other things, your choice of matrimonial regime.

You can enter into a marriage contract before or after the solemnization.

For more information, consult the website Québec.ca Ce lien ouvre une nouvelle fenêtre..

Top of page

Reviewed: 2019-03-27


Ministère de l'Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale. This link open in a new window.

© Gouvernement du Québec, 2022

back to the main menu