Civil union in Spain

Civil union in Spain

Spain is divided into 17 Autonomous Communities, 12 of which recognize civil unions.

Since 1994, Spain has recognized unregistered cohabitation. Same-sex partners enjoy tenancy rights at the federal level.

Since 1998, 12 Autonomous Communities in Spain have recognized registered cohabitation. It gives some rights like kinship, inheritance, and property rights.

Since 2005, same-sex marriage is also recognised nationwide, while civil unions are still provided, in 12 Autonomous Communities, as an alternative option for same-sex couples who do not want to marry.

ee also

*Same-sex marriage in Spain
*Gay rights in Spain


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