- Laws of Fiji

Last Updated: 1 December 2016

[FAM 154A] 154A

154A

In determining whether 2 persons are in a de facto relationship, all the circumstances of the relationship are to be taken into account, including but not limited to the following as may be relevant in a particular case—

(a)the duration of the relationship;
(b)the nature and extent of common residence;
(c)whether or not a sexual relationship exists;
(d)the degree of financial dependence or interdependence and arrangements for financial support between the parties;
(e)the ownership, use and acquisition of property;
(f)the degree of mutual commitment to a shared life;
(g)the care and support of children, if any;
(h)the performance of household duties; and
(i)the reputation and public aspects of the relationship.

[s 154A insrt Decree No 34 of 2012 s 3, effective 25 April 2012]