The money from the bottom of the wedding box can usually be taken out at any time after marriage. The box money is a gift from the bride's parents to the newlyweds, and it is also an auspicious omen. It represents that both the man and the woman have savings before getting married, and their future life will be prosperous and happy. Therefore, the box money can be taken out at any time for emergency when the couple encounters difficulties. But in some regions, it is customary to take out the box money after the child is one month old, depending on local customs.
1、 Who owns the money from the bottom of the wedding box
If given before obtaining the certificate, the gift of box money belongs to the bride's personal property;
If it is given after obtaining the certificate and it is not explicitly stated that it is given to the female party, then the box money belongs to the joint property of the couple.
2、 How much money should be given for the bottom of the wedding box
1. Refer to local market conditions
There are different customs in different regions regarding the amount of box money, and it can be placed according to local market conditions.
2. Refer to the groom's dowry
The amount of box money is usually determined after the groom has given the dowry. When placing the box money, you can refer to the quantity of the groom's dowry. Box money is usually less than the dowry.
3. Symbolic auspicious numbers
In some areas, there is no such emphasis on box money, and women can symbolically put some lucky numbers in red envelopes to symbolize good meanings.