Family Code · Chapter 5. Separation of Property of the Spouses and Administration of Common Property by One Spouse During the Marriage

Article 138

Complete separation of property applies

Unamended since 1987

Current text, as of October 15, 2026

After dissolution of the absolute community or of the conjugal partnership, the provisions on complete separation of property shall apply. (191a)

Consolidated by Alleba from the text of Executive Order No. 209 (Lawphil), which already includes the changes made by Executive Order No. 227 (1987) before the Code took effect, and the amending Republic Acts in our library. Later amendments made by Presidential Decrees, Batas Pambansa or other executive orders are not included. For information and research only, and not legal advice. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.