French phrase
Puis-je signer ~ avant d'obtenir ~ ?
Meaning
May I sign ___ before obtaining ___?
When to use it
Asks whether signing is allowed before getting something. It can be used formally when permission or confirmation is needed.
Example dialogue
Puis-je signer le contrat de location avant d'obtenir mon visa ?
May I sign the rental agreement before obtaining my visa?
Non, sans visa le bail ne peut pas être finalisé, il faut attendre la confirmation.
No, the lease cannot be finalized without a visa. We have to wait for confirmation.