Omandivõtmeta

Omandivõtmeta is a term used in discussions of property law to describe a transfer of ownership that occurs without a concurrent transfer of possession. In such a scenario, legal title passes from the seller to the buyer—typically upon a deed or registration—while actual possession of the property may remain with the seller or be governed by a separate arrangement. The concept is used primarily in comparative law and scholarly analysis to differentiate between changes in ownership status and changes in physical control.

Etymology: The word is formed from oma (own), mand (possession or holding), võtt (taking) and meta (without), literally "without taking possession."

Context and usage: Omandivõtmeta is not a standard everyday term in all languages, but appears in legal commentary to illustrate situations where title transfer does not coincide with possession transfer. It is relevant in discussions of real estate transactions, corporate asset transfers, and registry-based ownership changes. In some jurisdictions, ownership can be transferred through registration and contract even when possession remains with the prior owner, subject to protective provisions for tenants or other rights.

Examples: A property sale where the deed is registered and the buyer becomes owner, but the seller continues to occupy the premises for a predefined period; or a stock-transfer of a company’s tangible assets where title changes but possession is delayed.

See also: Ownership, Possession, Property law, Land registry, Transfer of property.