Legal framework in Guatemala
Decree 47-2008, the Law for the Recognition of Electronic Communications and Signatures, equates electronic signatures with handwritten ones. The Registry of Certification Service Providers, under the Ministry of Economy, oversees certifiers.
Legal framework
Decree 47-2008
What makes a signature valid in Guatemala?
Validity depends on the signature being reliable and attributable to the signer. Firmiu's audit trail backs each signature with IP, location, device and verification.
How to sign documents in Guatemala
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They get an email with a unique link and a verification code.
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Frequently asked questions
- Are electronic signatures legal in Guatemala?
- Yes. Decree 47-2008 recognizes them and equates them with handwritten signatures.
- Do they work for private contracts?
- Yes, they are valid for most agreements between individuals and companies.
- Who oversees certifiers?
- The Registry of Certification Service Providers under the Ministry of Economy.
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