Legal framework in Costa Rica
Law 8454 on Certificates, Digital Signatures and Electronic Documents (2005) recognizes electronic signatures and certified digital signatures. The Digital Signature Certifiers Directorate (DCFD), under MICITT, regulates the national system.
Legal framework
Law 8454
What makes a signature valid in Costa Rica?
An electronic signature is valid between private parties; a certified digital signature is required for certain government procedures. Firmiu accompanies every signature with a full audit trail.
How to sign documents in Costa Rica
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 Costa Rica?
- Yes. Law 8454 recognizes electronic signatures and certified digital signatures.
- When do I need a certified digital signature?
- For certain procedures before public institutions; between private parties an electronic signature usually suffices.
- What documents can I sign?
- Contracts, service agreements, leases and commercial documents in general.
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