Electronic signatures in Argentina
Ordinary electronic signatures are valid, but a defined higher tier carries stronger legal presumptions and is required for some uses.
Are electronic signatures legal in Argentina?
Yes. Argentine law distinguishes a digital signature with a legal presumption from an ordinary electronic signature.
Recognised signature types
| Type | Standing and typical use |
|---|---|
| Electronic signature | Valid, but the burden of proving it falls on the party relying on it |
| Digital signature | Certificate-based, carries presumptions of authorship and integrity |
Commonly signed electronically
- Employment agreements
- Commercial and service contracts
- Corporate approvals
Generally excluded
- Wills and testamentary dispositions
- Family law matters
- Acts requiring personal appearance
- Certain instruments requiring public deed
Exclusions differ in detail. Docsliy blocks these at the drafting step rather than producing a document that fails later.
Local formalities
Provincial stamp tax applies to certain instruments. Spanish language versions are generally expected.
Identity verification
Certificates issued by licensed certifiers for the digital signature tier. Commercial verification for the electronic tier.
What Docsliy supports in Argentina
- Both tiers
- Argentine clause libraries
- Provincial stamp tax flagged
This is general information, not legal advice.
It describes how electronic signature law generally operates in Argentina and is not advice on any specific agreement. Agreements carrying significant risk should be reviewed by qualified local counsel.