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No. When a person is unable to manage their own affairs, the guardianship judge may authorise one or more persons to represent them, assist them, or carry out one or more acts on their behalf. Pursuant to Article 494-6 of the French Civil Code, in the case of a general…

No. For tax purposes, a simple adoption does not create a donation or inheritance tax allowance for the adopter (Art. 786 CGI), with few exceptions, which apply only to the adoptee. Therefore, your stepfather will pay 60% tax on the full amount (Art. 777, IV CGI).

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. Gifts are, in principle, irrevocable (Article 894 of the Civil Code). However, certain legal exceptions exist. For instance, a gift may be revoked in cases of ingratitude (Articles 953 and 955 of the Civil Code).

Frequently asked questions about Donation

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I am an adult under a general guardianship order and I would like to make a cash gift to my daughter. Can I do so without the judge’s authorisation?

Years ago, my mother remarried, and her husband adopted me (simple adoption). I’d like to give them both some money. I know my mother has a tax allowance. Does my stepfather benefit from one too?

I want to give bare ownership of assets to my minor grandchildren and keep the usufruct. If I die before they reach majority, I do not want these assets to be managed by their parents. Is this possible ?

After an argument with my daughter, I want to revoke a gift I made to her. Is that possible?

My sister borrowed €20,000 from my mother but she won't give it back. We are 8 children. What can I do to get her money back?