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08/11/2025

Royal Decree of July 24, 1889, publishing the Civil Code

Original names of the law: Real Decreto de 24 de julio de 1889 por el que se publica el Código Civil

Year: 1889

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Education, Freedom of movement, Health, Housing, land & property, Liberty & security of person, Social protection, Work & Workplace rights, Family life, Documentation

Link to external source: https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-1889-4763
Description

The Código Civil of Spain, promulgated by Royal Decree on July 24, 1889, is a foundational legal instrument establishing civil law principles governing private relations within Spain. It comprehensively addresses areas such as personal rights, obligations, family law, property, and succession, setting the framework for individual and family relations, property ownership, and contractual obligations. The Civil Code is structured into preliminary titles and four books: Book I covers individual rights and family matters, Book II addresses property rights, Book III outlines obligations and contracts, and Book IV regulates succession and inheritance.