Journal of Law and Social Politics
Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): Journal of Law and Social Politics

Mixed Marriages Under Indonesian Law and Its Legal Implications on Citizenship, Property, and Inheritance

Maria Pranatia (Universitas Pelita Harapan)
Anne Gunadi Martono Widjojo (Universitas Pelita Harapan)



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Publish Date
11 Jul 2026

Abstract

Background: Mixed marriages have become an increasingly significant legal phenomenon in line with the growing cross-border mobility of individuals. Such marriages give rise to complex legal consequences, particularly in relation to the citizenship status of children, the classification of marital property, and inheritance rights. Objective: This study aims to examine the legal framework governing mixed marriages in Indonesia and to analyze the legal implications arising from such unions. Methods: The research employs a normative juridical research method with a statutory approach, focusing on relevant laws and regulations. Results: The findings indicate that mixed marriages are recognized under Indonesian law, provided that they fulfill the legal requirements for a valid marriage. However, these marriages generate specific legal consequences that require special regulatory attention, especially in the areas of citizenship, land ownership, and inheritance. Conclusion:  Accordingly, a thorough understanding of applicable legal provisions, combined with proactive legal instruments such as marital agreements and dual-jurisdiction wills, is essential to ensure legal certainty and protection for all parties. This study contributes a cross-regime analysis integrating citizenship, property, and inheritance law—an integrated normative framework that has not previously been synthesized in Indonesian legal scholarship.

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jlsp

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Humanities Education Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Library & Information Science Social Sciences

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The Journal Of Law and Social Politic provides a means for ongoing discussion of relevant issues that fall within the focus and scope of the journal that can be examined empirically. The Journal Of Law and Social Politic will publish scientific articles in the fields of education, including ...