At Farida Law Office, we have handled a variety of family law matters with great care and professionalism. We provide comprehensive and sensitive services to assist you with all aspects of marriage law. In Indonesia, marriage is not only a personal union but also a legally recognized contract that governs the rights and obligations of the spouses, property division, and the well-being of any children. The legal framework is nuanced, especially for mixed-faith and cross-national marriages.

Navigating marriage law in Indonesia presents distinct legal and procedural challenges. Common issues our clients face include:

• Legal Validity of Marriage: Ensuring a marriage is legally recognized, which requires registration at either the Religious Affairs Office (KUA) for Muslims or the Civil Registry Office (Kantor Catatan Sipil) for non-Muslims.

• Mixed Marriages: Legalizing marriages between Indonesian citizens and foreigners is a complex process with specific visa and domicile requirements that, if not handled correctly, can lead to legal complications.

• Pre-nuptial Agreements: While permitted by law, a pre-nuptial agreement must be legally sound and properly registered to be enforceable, especially in matters of property division.

• Divorce and Property Division: When a marriage ends, navigating the legal process of divorce and the equitable division of marital assets requires expert counsel to protect each party's rights.

Our services are grounded in the core legal frameworks that govern marriage in Indonesia:

• Marriage Law No. 1 of 1974: This is the foundational law that governs all aspects of marriage, including its legal requirements, spousal rights, and the conditions for divorce.

• Law No. 16 of 2019 on Marriage Amendment: This amendment updated the Marriage Law, including raising the minimum legal age for marriage for both men and women to 19.

• The Islamic Law Compilation (Kompilasi Hukum Islam or KHI): For Muslim marriages, the KHI provides specific rules on marriage, divorce, and inheritance that are applied by the Religious Courts.

• Constitutional Court Ruling No. 69/PUU-XIII/2015: This landmark ruling allowed for pre-nuptial agreements to be executed at any time during a marriage, not just before it.

We apply our expertise by providing meticulous legal counsel from the moment you decide to marry. Our team ensures that all legal and administrative requirements are met, whether your marriage is to be registered at the KUA or the Civil Registry Office. For mixed marriages, we provide a clear roadmap for obtaining all necessary permits and legal documents, ensuring a seamless process. We also offer expert services in drafting and registering pre-nuptial agreements, providing legal certainty for your assets. In the unfortunate event of a divorce, we provide professional and sensitive representation to help you navigate the legal proceedings, including matters of child custody, alimony, and equitable property division. We ensure your interests are protected with a sound legal strategy.

In a legal context that touches on the most personal aspects of life, a professional and sensitive approach is essential. Farida Law Office combines a deep understanding of Indonesia's marriage laws with a commitment to providing a clear path for our clients. We empower you to build your family and manage your relationships on a solid, legally secure foundation.