Marriage Contract (ANC) - Copy (CERTIFIED)

Get Your Certified Section 67 Marriage Contract Copy

Need an officially certified copy of your Marriage Contract (Antenuptial Contract) for legal purposes? With DeedsOnline, you can order a certified copy of your Marriage Contract issued in terms of Section 67 of the Deeds Registries Act. This document is certified by the Deeds Office and carries legal standing, making it suitable for use in divorce proceedings, deceased estate administration, and other official matters. Once your order is processed, the certified copy will be couriered directly to your door.

What is a Section 67 Certified Marriage Contract Copy?

A Section 67 certified copy is an official reproduction of your Marriage Contract (also known as an Antenuptial Contract or ANC) that has been certified by the Registrar of Deeds in accordance with Section 67 of the Deeds Registries Act, No. 47 of 1937. This certification confirms that the copy is a true reflection of the original contract registered at the Deeds Office. Unlike a standard informational copy, a Section 67 certified copy carries legal weight and can be used as official evidence of your marital property regime in various legal and administrative contexts.

What is a Marriage Contract (Antenuptial Contract)?

A Marriage Contract, commonly referred to as an Antenuptial Contract (ANC), is a legal agreement entered into by two parties before marriage that determines how their assets and liabilities will be handled during the marriage and in the event of divorce or death. In South Africa, if you marry without an ANC, you are automatically married in community of property, meaning all assets and debts are shared equally. An ANC allows couples to choose an alternative marital property regime, such as out of community of property with or without the accrual system. Once signed, the Marriage Contract must be registered at the Deeds Office within three months of the marriage to be legally valid.

Where Is Your Marriage Contract Registered?

Marriage Contracts are registered at the Deeds Office where they were originally signed and executed. For example:

• If your contract was signed in George or Cape Town, it is registered at the Cape Town Deeds Office.
• If it was signed in Randburg or Johannesburg, the contract would typically be at the Johannesburg Deeds Office.
• If it was signed in Pretoria or surrounding areas, it would be at the Pretoria Deeds Office.

For contracts in Gauteng, we search both the Pretoria and Johannesburg Deeds Offices due to overlapping jurisdictions, ensuring a comprehensive search to locate your document.

When Do You Need a Section 67 Certified Copy?

A Section 67 certified copy of your Marriage Contract is typically required for legal and administrative matters where official proof of your marital property regime must be verified. Common uses include:

• Divorce Proceedings: Courts require certified proof of the marital property regime to determine how assets should be divided between spouses.
• Winding Up Deceased Estates: Executors need certified copies to establish the marital property regime of the deceased, which affects how the estate is administered and distributed.
• Property Transactions: When buying or selling property, conveyancers may require a certified copy to confirm spousal consent requirements based on the marital regime.
• Financial and Banking Applications: Banks and financial institutions may require certified proof of your marital status and property regime for loan applications, bond registrations, or account changes.
• Court Proceedings: Legal disputes involving marital assets or spousal rights may require certified documentation as evidence.
• Immigration and Visa Applications: Some immigration authorities require certified copies of marriage-related documents.
• SARS and Tax Matters: Certain tax-related matters may require certified proof of your marital property regime.

What a Section 67 Certified Copy Cannot Be Used For

While a Section 67 certified copy carries legal standing for informational and evidentiary purposes, it is important to understand its limitations:

• Replacing the Original: A Section 67 certified copy does not replace the original Marriage Contract registered at the Deeds Office. The original document remains on record at the Deeds Office where it was registered.
• Amending the Contract: If you wish to change the terms of your Marriage Contract, this requires a court application and cannot be done by obtaining a certified copy.

Why Choose DeedsOnline for Your Section 67 Certified Marriage Contract?

• Officially Certified: Your copy is certified by the Deeds Office in terms of Section 67 of the Deeds Registries Act.
• Legal Standing: Suitable for use in divorce proceedings, deceased estates, property transactions, and other legal requirements.
• Comprehensive Search: We search multiple Deeds Offices for overlapping regions, such as Gauteng, to ensure we locate your contract.
• Couriered to Your Door: The certified copy is a physical document that will be couriered directly to your specified address.
• Hassle-Free Service: We handle the application process on your behalf, saving you time and effort.

How Our Service Works:

1. Place Your Order Online: Complete our order form with the full names of both parties, ID numbers, and the location where the contract was signed.
2. We Locate and Process Your Application: We search the relevant Deeds Office and submit your request for a Section 67 certified copy.
3. Courier Delivery: Once the certified copy is issued, we courier it directly to your specified address.

Information Required for Your Order

To locate your Marriage Contract and process your Section 67 certified copy, we require the following information:

• Full names of both spouses (as recorded on the contract)
• ID numbers of both parties
• Approximate date the contract was signed
• Location where the contract was signed (city/town)
• Your delivery address for courier

Important Information

Please note that while a Section 67 certified copy is an official document with legal standing, it remains a copy issued for informational and evidentiary purposes. It confirms the contents of your Marriage Contract as registered at the Deeds Office but does not replace the original document. The turnaround time for a certified copy may be longer than a standard informational copy, as it requires certification by the Deeds Office.

Order Your Section 67 Certified Marriage Contract Today

Need a certified copy of your Marriage Contract for divorce proceedings, estate administration, or other legal purposes? Order your Section 67 certified copy through DeedsOnline and have it couriered directly to you. Ensure you have the official documentation you need for legal matters requiring certified proof of your marital property regime.