Electronic signatures in Türkiye
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 Türkiye?
Yes. A secure electronic signature carries the same legal effect as a handwritten signature.
Recognised signature types
| Type | Standing and typical use |
|---|---|
| Electronic signature | Valid where accepted by the parties |
| Secure electronic signature | Certificate-based, legally equivalent to a handwritten signature |
Commonly signed electronically
- Employment agreements
- Commercial contracts
- Service agreements
Generally excluded
- Documents requiring an official form or notarisation
- Guarantee and surety agreements
- Real property transactions
- Family and inheritance law matters
Exclusions differ in detail. Docsliy blocks these at the drafting step rather than producing a document that fails later.
Local formalities
Turkish language versions are generally required for employment documents and court use. Stamp tax applies to specified instruments.
Identity verification
Licensed electronic certificate service providers issue qualified certificates; e-Devlet provides government digital identity.
What Docsliy supports in Türkiye
- Both tiers
- Turkish clause libraries
- Stamp tax flagged
This is general information, not legal advice.
It describes how electronic signature law generally operates in Türkiye and is not advice on any specific agreement. Agreements carrying significant risk should be reviewed by qualified local counsel.