Antenuptial Contract (ANC)
Get your legally binding antenuptial agreement (ANC) or "marriage contract" drafted and registered with Uys Inc, for only R1,750.00.
Fast, clear and secure. Handled by notaries who care that you understand.
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How our process works
Apply
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Click "Apply Now";
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Go through the form - it explains the different ANC options in simple terms;
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Choose what suits you best;
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Complete your details (we keep it private and secure);
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Submit and pay.
Need help deciding or have questions? Book a 30-minute consultation with us at any point (included in the fee).
We draft your ANC
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We’ll send you a draft ANC to approve together with a Special Power of Attorney to sign and courier back to us.​
Finalise & register
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Once you are happy, our Notary takes care of the rest to make sure it's properly signed and registered;
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Once registered (±2–3 months), we can send the original ANC to your chosen PostNet branch.
Happily ever after
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It’s time to celebrate and enjoy your happily ever after!
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Note: you can get married even before the ANC is registered, as long as it’s signed before marriage.
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What is an antenuptial contract?
​An Antenuptial Contract (ANC) is a legal agreement you and your partner sign before the wedding. It sets out how you’ll handle your finances, assets and debts - both while you’re married and if things ever change through divorce or death.​
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In South Africa, your ANC must be signed by you (or your authorised agent) in front of a Notary Public (a specialised lawyer) before the wedding day. After that, it must be registered at the Deeds Office within three months.
An ANC isn’t about expecting the worst - it’s about protecting your future and giving you both the freedom to make financial choices that fit your lifestyle.
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Why you need one
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To have freedom to make independent financial decisions during marriage without needing the other’s consent for certain actions.
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To protect your assets and future financial rights.
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To have clarity and avoid disputes later.
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To customise your marital regime according to your lifestyle and goals.
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Marital property regimes in South Africa
- legal system that determines how your assets and debts are owned, managed and divided.
IN community of property
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Everything you own and owe becomes shared equally between both spouses.
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There’s no financial separation - you share profits, debts and risks.
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This system applies automatically if no ANC is signed before marriage.
No ANC required – but not advisable for couples wanting financial independence.
OUT of community of property WITH accrual​
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Each spouse keeps their own assets and debts, but at the end of the marriage share in the growth (accrual) which happened during the marriage.
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The accrual system ensures both partners benefit from what’s built together over time.
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Often considered the most fair option.​
Ideal for: Couples wanting independence during marriage, but fairness on exit - for instance if one spouse becomes a stay-at-home parent.
OUT of community of property WITHOUT accrual
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Each spouse’s estate stays completely separate - no sharing of assets or debts.
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You keep what’s yours.
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No financial claim arises at the end of the marriage (except under very limited circumstances).
Ideal for: Couples who prefer full separation and a simple approach, have unequal financial circumstances, came from second marriages.
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Important to know
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The ANC must be signed BEFORE the marriage ceremony.
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It must be signed before a Notary Public (personally or through an appointed agent) and registered in the Deeds Office within 3 months.
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Once registered, it serves as a public record of your chosen marital regime.
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If not signed in time, a postnuptial application to court will be required - an expensive and avoidable process.
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Tips for your ANC
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Custom accrual start: You can agree that the accrual system will only apply after a certain period (e.g., 3 years of marriage) or once a specific event happens, like the birth of a child.
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Exclude certain assets: You can exclude specific assets - like an inheritance, family business, or other pre-owned assets from the accrual to protect personal or family wealth.