E-signatures—jurisdictional guide


Produced in partnership with Diego Krischcautzky and Diego Fernández of Marval, O’Farrell & Mairal.
Practice notes
In-house

E-signatures—jurisdictional guide


Produced in partnership with Diego Krischcautzky and Diego Fernández of Marval, O’Farrell & Mairal.

Practice notes
In-house
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This guide sets out how e-signatures are used in various international jurisdictions. The table provides a quick-reference summary of whether e-signatures are used and in what capacity in different countries. More detailed guidance on each overseas jurisdiction covered by the table is set out in the sections below.

For information on the execution of contracts in various jurisdictions, see Practice Note: Execution of contracts—jurisdictional guide.

For information on execution of deeds in various jurisdictions, see Practice Note: Execution of deeds—jurisdictional guide.

For information on the formation of contracts in various jurisdictions, see Practice Note: Contract formation—jurisdictional guide.

For information on the execution of documents under Scots law, see ·¡³æ±ð³¦³Ü³Ù¾±´Ç²Ôâ€ÖÀ³¦´Ç³Ù±ô²¹²Ô»å—overview.

Please note that this is intended as an introductory guide only and local advice from appropriate legal professionals in the relevant country should be sought where appropriate.

Summary table

Can documents be signed electronically in your jurisdiction, and are such signatures admissible in evidence?Are there certification authorities or other national organisations which verify the electronic signature of documents?Are there any limitations on
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Jurisdiction(s):
United Kingdom and Ireland
Key definition:
Jurisdiction definition
What does Jurisdiction mean?

Jurisdiction means both the authority or power of the court to determine a dispute between parties as well as the territory over which the legal authority of a court extends.

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