Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom's Electronic Transactions Law gives electronic records and signatures legal effect, subject to conditions such as attribution to the signer and record integrity. Some special transactions have extra requirements, so confirm with the relevant authority. See also our e-signature guide for Saudi Arabia.
European Union
The eIDAS Regulation (EU No 910/2014) governs e-signatures and distinguishes three levels: simple, advanced and qualified. A qualified electronic signature has the equivalent legal effect of a handwritten signature.
United States
The federal ESIGN Act (2000) and UETA, adopted by most states, recognize electronic signatures and records when there is intent to sign, consent to do business electronically and record retention. Some documents, such as wills, are excluded.
What strengthens evidence
- Clear signer identity and an audit trail with time and device.
- Protection against edits after signing.
- Explicit consent to electronic dealings.
- A retrievable signed copy.
Frequently asked questions
Are e-signatures valid for every contract?
Not always. Some transactions need notarization or special formalities, so check requirements for your contract type.
How does Oqoodi AI help?
It sends contracts through a secure signing link with an audit trail and a PDF copy for your archive, but it does not replace checking legal requirements.
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