Article 741
RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision
ELI5— what this means for you
Donations of real property must be in a public instrument (notarized deed of donation). The acceptance by the donee must also be in writing. Otherwise, the donation is void.
Key point
To donate land or a house, you need a notarized deed and formal written acceptance — a verbal donation of real property is void.
Official text — RA 386
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