Declaration of legal cohabitation

This document confirms that two people have registered their legal cohabitation. You can apply for it online.

Who can apply for it?

  • You
  • Your legal representative (e.g. parent or guardian) or a special representative (lawyer, notary, etc.)
  • Third parties (an individual or a public or private institution)
    • Only if the provision of the documents is prescribed or authorised by law
    • Application must be in writing and signed
    • State the legal provisions on which the application is based

How do you apply?

Apply for the certificate (Dutch only)

Cost

Free of charge.

When will you get the document?

  • If you apply yourself using your electronic identity card
    You usually receive the document immediately in your mailbox.
  • If you apply for someone else using your electronic identity card
    You will receive the document in your mailbox after verification.
  • If you apply without using your electronic identity card
    You will receive the document after about five working days at your official address.

Document for abroad

To use the document abroad, in some cases you need it legalised.

Do you have a question?

Contact us. We are happy to help you.

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016 27 21 93

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burgerlijke.stand@leuven.be
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