You are here Home Frequently Asked Questions I want to give an apartment to my 17-year-old nephew. My mother says she can accept it for him. Is that true? I want to give an apartment to my 17-year-old nephew. My mother says she can accept it for him. Is that true? Print Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Yes. Grandparents can accept gifts on behalf of their grandchildren, even if the parents are still alive (Article 935 of the Civil Code).