Pre-nup Agreement
Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements recording each spouse's assets, liabilities and arrangements, drafted for the best chance of acceptance.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹10,000 – ₹50,000
- Typical duration
- 7 days
Service overview
Drafting comprehensive prenuptial agreements outlining asset division, financial management, and liability terms prior to marriage.
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
Individuals preparing for marriage seeking clarity and protection regarding personal and shared finances.
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
Sensitive and professional drafting covering asset ownership, debt allocation, and financial safeguards.
Key deliverables
Confidential Prenuptial Agreement draft, asset disclosure schedule, and execution checklist.
Standard turnaround time
4 to 7 working days.
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
No government fee for drafting. Stamp duty at the State rate and notarisation charges apply on execution.
Key outcomes: a documented record of each spouse's assets and agreed arrangements that a court can take into account.
Forms & filings involved
- No statutory filing
- Execution on stamp paper before witnesses, often notarised
- Schedules of assets and liabilities annexed to the agreement
Documents required
- Complete list of each party's assets and liabilities, with supporting statements
- Income details of both parties
- Identity and address proof of both parties
- Any family settlement or gift documents relevant to the assets
What we need from you
Complete asset-liability details, financial expectations, and clear division clauses.
Important conditions
Subject to full financial disclosure by both parties and voluntary execution without coercion.
Additional information
- Pre-nuptial agreements are not specifically recognised under Hindu or most other Indian personal laws, so courts treat them as evidence of the parties' intentions rather than automatically enforcing them
- Goa's civil code is an exception that recognises marital property arrangements
Full disclosure, independent legal advice for each party and signing well before the wedding improve the chance that a court will give weight to the agreement.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
Is a prenup valid in India?
Not specifically recognised under most personal laws; courts may consider it as evidence of intent, while Goa recognises marital property arrangements.
Can a prenup decide child custody?
No. Custody is decided by courts in the child's best interests, regardless of any prior agreement.
What makes a prenup more likely to be respected?
Full disclosure of assets, independent advice for each party, voluntary signing well before marriage and fair terms.
Can a post-nuptial agreement be made?
Yes, couples can record arrangements after marriage on the same principles, with the same limits on enforceability.