Prenuptial agreements are increasingly becoming part of discussions about marriage and divorce, but in Albania their use remains limited.
Through this legal instrument, partners can determine in advance how property will be managed and divided, avoiding possible conflicts in the event of divorce or in financial relations with third parties.
However, a prenuptial agreement is not only about the economic and legal aspect. For many couples, it continues to be seen as a sign of distrust toward the partner. Others consider it a way to guarantee transparency and protect the interests of both spouses.
Lawyer in Durrës, Tritan Hamitaj, says that prenuptial agreements have not found widespread application over the past 20 years. According to him, two of the main obstacles are the lack of information among citizens and mentality. The proposal to regulate property matters before marriage can be perceived as if the relationship begins with doubts and a lack of trust.
Social expert Medina Papoj assesses that the prenuptial agreement should be considered a protective instrument and not a mechanism that favors one of the partners.
Although cases of concluding such contracts are not lacking, in Durrës they continue to be few. Experts assess that more information and awareness could increase their use, helping couples avoid conflicts and have more clarity in property relations.
