Handover and acceptance certificate

A template for a document confirming the physical handover of an item and its condition — it supplements a sale agreement but is not a contract in its own right.

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The form and the finished contract are in English.

The sample shows one of the possible wordings. When you fill in the form, you choose the option that suits your situation.

What is this contract?

A handover-acceptance certificate, also called a sale certificate (müügiakt), is not a contract in its own right but a confirmation that the item was physically handed over and of the condition it was in at the moment of handover. Both parties sign it at the handover. Use it alongside a sale agreement — it is evidence, not an agreement.

What the contract covers

  1. Parties
  2. Underlying document and meaning of the certificate
  3. Item
  4. Condition and completeness
  5. Handover, risk and ownership
  6. Payment
  7. Confirmation of acceptance
  8. Final provisions

Frequently asked questions

Does the sale certificate replace the sale agreement?

No, the sale certificate confirms the handover and condition of the item; the terms of the sale must be in a separate agreement.

When is a sale certificate needed?

When you want to document what condition the item was in at the moment of handover, for example to avoid disputes.

Is the template suitable for both a vehicle and other property?

Yes, it suits documenting the handover of any movable.

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The form and the finished contract are in English.

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