Legal framework in Chile
Law 19,799 of 2002 regulates electronic documents and signatures, giving them the same validity as a handwritten signature. The Accrediting Entity, under the Undersecretariat of Economy, accredits certification service providers.
Legal framework
Law 19,799
What makes a signature valid in Chile?
For acts between private parties a simple electronic signature is enough. Firmiu's audit trail (IP, device, location and code) backs who signed and when, reinforcing the document's validity.
How to sign documents in Chile
1
Upload your PDF
Upload the document and enter the name and email of the person who must sign.
2
The signer receives a link
They get an email with a unique link and a verification code.
3
Signed document
The PDF is signed with its audit trail, ready to download.
Frequently asked questions
- Are electronic signatures legal in Chile?
- Yes. Law 19,799 has recognized them since 2002 with the same weight as a handwritten signature.
- Do they work for business-to-business contracts?
- Yes. They are routinely used in commercial and service contracts.
- Do I need an advanced electronic signature?
- Only for certain acts required by law; for most private agreements a simple electronic signature suffices.
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