# The Indian Succession Act, 1925, Section 16: Wife’s domicile during marriage

- Act: The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (Act 39 of 1925)
- In force from: 1925-09-30
- Ministry: Ministry of Law and Justice
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/succession-act/section/16/

## Text

A wife’s domicile during her marriage follows the domicile of her husband. Exception.—The wife’s domcile no longer follows that of her husband if they are separated by the sentence of a competent Court, or if the husband is undergoing a sentence of transportation.

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