Legal Validity of Electronic Signatures

Are electronic signatures legal in Belgium? eIDAS regulation, signature types and court acceptance.

Legal Validity of Electronic Signatures

The European eIDAS regulation recognises electronic signatures as legally valid across all 27 EU member states.

Signature Types

Simple: click to accept
Advanced: linked to the signatory, detects any modification
Qualified: with a qualified certificate (eID, itsme)

Conclusion

Opt for a qualified signature (eID or itsme) for maximum legal validity, equivalent to a handwritten signature.

Real estate expert since 2018, Edouard supports Belgian landlords and tenants through their rental processes. He oversees the writing of every guide in collaboration with the legal team and ensures all content reflects current legislation in Brussels, Wallonia and Flanders. Updated on April 1, 2026 .

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