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What is the matrimonial property regime in India? Is it Separate or Joint? I bought an apartment in Poland country and I am working with notary in Poland to register the apartment only on my name. This means only I am the owner of the apartment and my wife will not be the owner of the apartment. In Poland, if a couple is married, then according to Poland law they have to buy property together. But this law is applicable only for Poland citizens. It is not applicable to foreigners. Even though the apartment is bought in Poland, according to the international law of Poland, the owner of the apartment need to follow the matrimonial law of their own nationality during the registration process. This means I need to follow Indian law to register an apartment in Poland. Now the notary of Poland is asking me what is the matrimonial property regime in India. Is it Separate or Joint. Can you please explain?

Expert's Answers(3)

Advocate Anik
Bengaluru, Karnataka

66 Client Ratings

Hi, Under Indian Law, the sole owner of the property is the person in whose name the sale deed is executed, and to whom the title and other documents are consequently transferred to. So you can buy the property in your name exclusively, and you wife will not have any claim over it.

December 18, 2020
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Bengaluru, Karnataka

184 Client Ratings

Dear Sir, As per Indian Law if you are investing entire amount then you can register it exclusively in your name only. Please give me rank after viewing my details. Please call me for further assistance.

December 15, 2020
Advocate J L Naagar
Jalandhar, Punjab

169 Client Ratings

Here in India the person whose name reflects in the sale Deed is the alone and individual owner of the property. The spouse has no right towards that property. But if someone intentionally wishes to have the name of his spouse added in the document of title that is Sale Deed or any such document he can voluntarily get the name added. But there is absolutely no legal compulsion. I hope I am clear in my expression. Please give me Rank Five and follow me after reviewing my resume and book a consultation for further discussion and explanation if required.

December 14, 2020