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Yes, but under specific conditions. In principle, both spouses must be present before the notary to sign the marriage contract (Article 1394 of the French Civil Code). However, case law allows a spouse to be represented by a third party. The representative must hold a special authentic power of attorney…
Sophie Sabot-Barcet, notary, answers Marc's question: should I make an appointment with a notary before getting married? Yes, to find out beforehand and receive advice on the choice of matrimonial property regime. Marriage is a contract between the parties. If you don't go to a notary, you'll be married in…
Yes. For a mortgage to be valid it must be executed by notarial deed (Civil Code, Article 2409). The notary handles registration and publication with the land registry service. The mortgage then becomes enforceable against third parties. The notary must practice in France if the property is located in France…
Acts which do not present any degree of urgency must be postponed. Mentioning a typology of acts here is difficult. The profession is working to establish all the documents, in particular through the means of a remote appearance via Visio conference. Only proven emergency situations could be of a nature…
Yes, but under specific conditions. In principle, both spouses must be present before the notary to sign the marriage contract (Article 1394 of the French Civil Code). However, case law allows a spouse to be represented by a third party. The representative must hold a special authentic power of attorney…