Minors and others who cannot enter into a contract may become donees but acceptance shall be done through their parents or legal representatives. (626a)
Civil Code · Book III: Different Modes of Acquiring Ownership · Title III: Donation
Chapter 2: Persons Who May Give or Receive a Donation
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
Minors and others who cannot enter into a contract may become donees but acceptance shall be done through their parents or legal representatives. (626a)
Consolidated by Alleba from the text of Republic Act No. 386 (Lawphil and the Supreme Court E-Library). Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only. For information and research only, and not legal advice. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.