Electronic signatures in Israel
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 Israel?
Yes. Israeli law defines secure and certified electronic signature tiers alongside ordinary electronic signatures.
Recognised signature types
| Type | Standing and typical use |
|---|---|
| Electronic signature | Valid where the parties accept it |
| Secure electronic signature | Meets defined technical conditions |
| Certified electronic signature | Issued by a licensed certification authority |
Commonly signed electronically
- Employment agreements
- Commercial and technology contracts
- Service agreements and NDAs
Generally excluded
- Wills and testamentary instruments
- Powers of attorney
- Real property transactions requiring registration
- Certain family law matters
Exclusions differ in detail. Docsliy blocks these at the drafting step rather than producing a document that fails later.
Local formalities
Hebrew versions are generally expected for employment documents.
Identity verification
Licensed certification authorities issue certificates; commercial verification is standard for the lower tiers.
What Docsliy supports in Israel
- All tiers
- Hebrew and English clause libraries
This is general information, not legal advice.
It describes how electronic signature law generally operates in Israel and is not advice on any specific agreement. Agreements carrying significant risk should be reviewed by qualified local counsel.