E-Signature Law

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eIDAS Regulation (EU 910/2014)

The eIDAS Regulation establishes a common framework for electronic signatures across all EU member states. It defines three tiers: Simple Electronic Signatures (SES), Advanced Electronic Signatures (AES), and Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES). QES has the legal equivalent of a handwritten signature in all EU member states.

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Legal Requirements

SES: Any electronic data used as a signature (lowest tier)

AES: Uniquely linked to signer, capable of identifying signer, under signer's sole control

QES: AES created by a qualified electronic signature creation device (QSCD) + qualified certificate

Cross-border recognition mandatory for QES across all member states

Exceptions

E-signatures are generally not accepted for the following in European Union:

Member states may require QES for real estate transactions

Certain public administration processes may require QES

Notarized documents may require specific signature types per member state

Compliant e-signatures for European Union

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