Free Property Division Agreement Template for Spouses – Sweden

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Create a legally compliant property division agreement for spouses. Divide assets and debts, sign digitally, and register with the Swedish Tax Agency.

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What this agreement does

A property division agreement for spouses governs how joint assets and debts are divided between two spouses in connection with a divorce or the end of a marriage. It establishes who gets what — and confirms that both parties agree on the division.

Without a written property division agreement it can be difficult to prove how assets and debts were divided. The agreement serves as a legally binding document that can be registered with the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) and provides security for both parties.

When do you need this agreement?

You need this if…

  • You are getting divorced and want to divide assets and debts by mutual agreement
  • The marriage has already ended and you need to document the property division
  • You have joint assets such as real estate, vehicles, bank balances or other property
  • You want to avoid a drawn-out process by reaching agreement on your own
  • You need a document to register with the Swedish Tax Agency

You probably don't need this if…

  • You are cohabitants (sambor) — in that case, the Cohabitees Act applies and you need a property division agreement for cohabitants instead
  • You have a prenuptial agreement that already regulates all property
  • You have no joint marital property to divide

What the agreement includes

The agreement covers the following areas.

Parties

  • Full details of both spouses (name, personal identity number, address, phone, email)
  • Contact information for future communication
  • Ensures the agreement is linked to the correct individuals upon registration

Basis of the property division

  • Whether the marriage is going to end or has already ended
  • Date the marriage ended (if applicable)
  • Confirmation that a property division has been carried out and valuation made at market value

Inventory of marital property

  • Detailed list of what each spouse is allocated
  • Space for real estate, vehicles, bank balances, debts and other assets

Valuation date and registration

  • Date of the division (the valuation date)
  • Option to register the property division with the Swedish Tax Agency

Important considerations

  1. Marital property (giftorättsgods) is all property not expressly made separate property through a prenuptial agreement, gift or will. Check what constitutes marital property before you begin.
  2. Valuation should be at market value on the date of the division. Be careful to document how you valued the assets.
  3. Registration with the Swedish Tax Agency is voluntary but recommended — it creates official proof that a property division has been carried out.
  4. If you cannot agree, you can apply to the district court for a property division administrator, but this involves additional costs.
  5. Tax consequences may arise when transferring real estate or other assets. Consult a tax adviser if necessary.

Legal validity

A property division agreement is legally binding between the parties once signed by both spouses. It does not need to be witnessed but must be in writing.

The agreement can be registered with the Swedish Tax Agency to give it additional legal force, especially for real estate transfers.

The rules on property division are set out in the Marriage Code (Äktenskapsbalken, 1987:230). The division is based on the spouses' financial situation on the so-called cut-off date (brytdagen).

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Common situations

Amicable divorce

You agree to separate and want to divide property without involving lawyers. A property division agreement gives you security and a clear document to register.

Shared home

You own a home together and one of you will stay. The agreement documents who takes over the home and how any difference in value is settled.

Debts and loans

You have joint loans or debts that need to be divided fairly. The agreement clearly states who is responsible for which debts.

Real estate and vehicles

You have vehicles, holiday homes or other valuable assets. The property division agreement states how they are divided and valued.

Frequently asked questions

Do we have to carry out a property division when divorcing?

Generally, a property division must be carried out when a marriage is dissolved to divide assets between the spouses. However, a division is not required if the spouses only have separate property and neither requests to take over the home or household goods from the other spouse.

Can we write the property division agreement ourselves?

Yes, there is no requirement to hire a lawyer. The important thing is that the agreement is in writing and signed by both parties.

What is the valuation date?

The valuation date is the date on which the assets are valued. The valuation should be at market value on that date.

Do we need to register the agreement with the Tax Agency?

It is not mandatory, but it is recommended. Registration gives the agreement additional evidentiary value and may be necessary for real estate transfers.

What happens if we cannot agree?

You can apply to the district court to have a property division administrator appointed. The administrator helps divide the property but it involves costs.

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