Can a marriage contract be concluded orally, or must it be in writing?
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The writing of contracts and transactions is a means of documentation, not a condition for validity. A marriage contract is concluded by verbal offer and acceptance, and writing is not a condition for it. However, it is recommended for documentation and regulation.
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