In Latvia, the norm on a new legal form of relations – the institution of partnership – entered into force. From July 1, two adults of any gender can register a partnership that will provide them with more legal rights, as well as social guarantees and tax benefits.
According to the new rules, two adults of any gender who are in a close relationship and lead a joint household can legally form a partnership at any sworn notary public.
A partnership deed will allow you to make decisions related to each other’s health and treatment, as well as receive social security and tax benefits. Termination of partnership will occur in case of death of one of the partners, marriage of one or both partners, or their mutual desire to terminate this legal form of relationship through the court.
The President of Latvia, Edgar Rinkevich, welcomed the entry into force of the norm on the new legal form of relations.
“Long way, right step“, the Latvian president wrote on Facebook.
It is noted that there is already the first same-sex couple who registered a partnership in the country on the night of July 1.
