Civil Code Article 741

This English translation was last updated on 2021-01-20, but the Chinese text was amended on 2026-08-17. Later amendments may not be reflected in the translation — please refer to the Chinese text.

In case the liability of the guarantor is heavier than that of the principal debtor, it shall be reduced to the level of the principal debt.
中文原文 民法第741條
保證人之負擔,較主債務人為重者,應縮減至主債務之限度。

English translation for reference only; the Chinese text prevails. Not legal advice.