Frequently asked questions about Donation

Yes. It is entirely possible to make a donation to your minor grandchildren. This donation must be accepted by their legal administrators (their parents), in accordance with Article 935 of the Civil Code. However, you can specify in the donation act that the donated assets be managed by a third…

No. The urban pre-emption right allows public authorities (municipalities, local communities, etc.) to substitute themselves for the buyer or donee in the case of a transfer of property, such as a sale or donation (Art. L210-1 et seq., Urban Planning Code). Exception: there is no pre-emption right when the donation…

Yes. It is always possible to make a donation, regardless of your age. However, the beneficiaries of the donation will not be able to benefit from the special allo-wance of 31,865 euros applicable to donations of sums of money (from article 790 G of the General Tax Code) granted in…

Yes . If the inalienability clause has the effect of prohibiting you from selling or giving away the property you have received, it is always possible for your creditors to take out a mortgage registration on the property given (Civ. 1e, Oct. 9, 1985, n°84-13.306 concerning a judicial mortgage and…

No. This is a contractual clause and not a legal obligation. It allows the donor to recover the property if the beneficiary dies first (Article 951 of the Civil Code). Including it is optional.