This leaflet is aimed at people who are considering registering their partnership or who want more information about civil partnership in Scotland.

• Who can get a civil partnership?
• How do you get a civil partnership in Scotland?
• How much will it cost to get a civil partnership?
• What if my partner isn't a UK citizen?
• What happens if you already have a civil partnership or same-sex marriage from abroad?
• What are the implications of civil partnership for same-sex couples?
• What happens if a civil partnership goes wrong?

Briefly covers areas such  as benefits, pensions, tax,  tax credits, death and succession, housing, employment, and children.

This leaflet was produced by the Equality Network with funding from the Scottish Government to provide a basic guide to civil partnership.