Civil Code Article 919

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.

When the dian-maker sells the property dianed to another person, the dian-holder has the right of first purchasing under the same terms and conditions.In the case of the preceding paragraph, the dian-maker shall notify the dian-holder in writing accordingly. If the dian-holder fails to express his intent of purchasing in writing under the same terms and conditions within ten days after receiving the notice of sell, his right of first purchasing is deemed waived.If the dian-maker violates the provision of notice of the preceding paragraph and transfers the ownership of the property dianed, such transfer shall not be effective against the dian-holder.
中文原文 民法第919條
出典人將典物出賣於他人時,典權人有以相同條件留買之權。
前項情形,出典人應以書面通知典權人。
典權人於收受出賣通知後十日內不以書面表示依相同條件留買者,其留買權視為拋棄。
出典人違反前項通知之規定而將所有權移轉者,其移轉不得對抗典權人。

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