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mcnraven2

whats the danger to my colombian assets and US assets if i live with a colombian for 2 years with no paperwork signed.

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South American Voyager

Probably will depend much on just how 'crazy' (eg vindictive, estrato level/social status, age, education, intelligence, children involved, family support, jealousy, addictions, etc.) of a Colombian lady friend she is.

OsageArcher

whats the danger to my colombian assets and US assets if i live with a colombian for 2 years with no paperwork signed. - @mcnraven2

You should consult a Colombian attorney experienced in this area.


However, as a general principle, any and all assets acquired by you before the unión libre are not subject to being shared by the other party.


Here's an explanation in Spanish:


You will have to have an attorney opine on whether or not a declaration of unión libre makes any difference or not.  If it was never declared then perhaps some consequences may not be in effect:

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