Cohabitation Agreement Act: New Legal Rights and Duties for Partners
This act introduces a cohabitation agreement, granting couples, including same-sex couples, rights similar to marriage. The changes cover joint taxation, inheritance, health insurance, and the right to medical information, simplifying daily life and providing legal security for partners.
Key points
Couples who enter a cohabitation agreement will gain the status of 'closest persons,' giving them rights similar to married spouses in over 200 laws.
New entitlements include joint tax filing, exemption from inheritance and gift tax, and inheritance rights.
Partners will be able to include each other in their health insurance, receive survivor's pensions, and obtain information about their partner's health status.
The act also introduces the right to refuse to testify against a partner, burial rights, and easier residency rights for foreign partners.
The changes will come into force on January 1, 2027, allowing time to adapt systems and implementing regulations.
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