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Vermilion Parish Gift Deed Form

Vermilion Parish Gift Deed Form

Vermilion Parish Gift Deed Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 5/26/2025
Vermilion Parish Gift Deed Guide

Vermilion Parish Gift Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 8/6/2025
Vermilion Parish Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

Vermilion Parish Completed Example of the Gift Deed Document

Example of a properly completed Louisiana Gift Deed document for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/12/2025

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Important: Your property must be located in Vermilion Parish to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Vermilion Parish Clerk of Court
Address:
Courthouse Bldg - 100 N State St, Suite 101
Abbeville, Louisiana 70510-5199

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (337) 898-1992

Recording Tips for Vermilion Parish:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs

Cities and Jurisdictions in Vermilion Parish

Properties in any of these areas use Vermilion Parish forms:

  • Abbeville
  • Delcambre
  • Erath
  • Gueydan
  • Kaplan
  • Maurice
  • Perry

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Vermilion Parish

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Vermilion Parish forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Vermilion Parish?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Vermilion Parish including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Vermilion Parish you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Vermilion Parish?

Recording fees in Vermilion Parish vary. Contact the recorder's office at (337) 898-1992 for current fees.

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Gifts of Real Property in Louisiana

Gift deeds convey title to real property from one party to another with no exchange of consideration, monetary or otherwise. Often used to transfer property between family members or to gift realty as a charitable act or donation, these conveyances occur during the grantor's lifetime. Gift deeds must contain language that explicitly states that no consideration is expected or required. Ambiguous language, or references to any type of consideration, can make the gift deed contestable in court.

A lawful gift deed includes the grantor's full name and marital status, as well as the grantee's full name, marital status, vesting information, and mailing address. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. Generally, real property is owned in either sole ownership or co-ownership. For Louisiana residential property, "ownership of the same thing by two or more persons is ownership in indivision. In the absence of other provisions of law or judicial act, the shares of all co-owners are presumed to be equal" (La. Civ. Code 797). Community property is defined as property obtained by one or both spouses during their marriage (La. Civ. Code 2338). With community property, "each spouse owns a present undivided one-half interest" (La. Civ. Code 2336). For conveyances of real property to co-owners, consult any extant co-ownership agreement. If conveying to multiple persons without an existing agreement, contact an attorney to discuss titling options.

As with any conveyance of realty, a gift deed requires a complete legal description of the subject parcel. If the conveyance includes any new plat or survey information, it must be signed and sealed by a licensed professional land surveyor (La. Rev. Stat. 44:41). Recite the prior deed reference to maintain a clear chain of title, and detail any restrictions associated with the property.

The deed must be signed by the grantor and acknowledged by an authorized individual. In Louisiana, two witness signatures, not including the notary, are also required for an authentic act (La. Civ. Code 1833). All signatures must be original. Some parishes require that additional documents be submitted with the instrument for recording. Check cover sheet requirements with the relevant clerk of court prior to submitting the deed for recording.

Record the completed gift deed with the clerk of court's office in the parish where the subject property is located. Contact the same office to confirm recording fees and accepted forms of payment.

With gifts of real property, the recipient of the gift (grantee or donee) is not required to declare the amount of the gift as income, but if the property accrues income after the transaction, the grantee is responsible for paying the requisite state and federal income taxes [1].

In Louisiana, there is no state gift tax, but gifts of real property are subject to the federal gift tax. The person or entity making the gift (grantor or donor) is responsible for paying the federal gift tax; however, if the donor does not pay the gift tax, the donee (grantee) will be held liable [1]. For questions regarding state and federal tax laws, consult a tax specialist.

In accordance with federal law, individuals are permitted an annual exclusion of $15,000 on gifts. This means that gifts valued below $15,000 do not require a federal gift tax return (Form 709). However, if the gift's value could possibly be disputed by the IRS, a donor may benefit from filing a Form 709 [2].

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact a Louisiana lawyer with any questions about gift deeds or other matters related to real property.

[1] http://msuextension.org/publications/FamilyFinancialManagement/MT199105HR.pdf
[2] https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/frequently-asked-questions-on-gift-taxes

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Important: Your property must be located in Vermilion Parish to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Gift Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Vermilion Parish.

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