eSignature legality summary
Law No. 11 recognizes electronic signatures, implemented by government regulations. Indonesia distinguishes an ordinary electronic signature from a “certified” electronic (digital) signature; the difference is not enforceability but evidentiary weight — a certified signature, made with a certificate from a registered Indonesian certification operator and a certified creation device, carries stronger inferred evidentiary value.
Types of permitted electronic signature
An electronic signature has legal force where the creation data are uniquely associated with and under the signer’s sole control at signing, the signature and associated information are tamper-evident, the signer is identified, and consent is shown by an explicit affirmative action. A “certified” (digital) signature additionally uses a registered-operator certificate and a certified device.
Documents that may be signed electronically
No specific restrictions on most document types, and no law requires a “certified” signature for particular documents; consistent recognition continues to mature among government bodies and the courts.
Use with caution / not typically appropriate
For high-stakes matters or where strong evidentiary weight is needed, use a certified (digital) signature from a registered Indonesian operator. Documents subject to a specific statutory form or notarization fall outside ordinary e-signing.
- Documents where other law imposes a specific form or formality
- Matters requiring notarization or registration
Seminal court cases
None reported.
Primary sources
- Law No. 11 of 2008 on Electronic Information and Transactions (as amended)
- Government Regulation No. 71 of 2019
- MoCI Regulation No. 11 of 2022
Disclaimer: This guide is general information, not legal advice, and is not a guarantee that any signature will be enforceable for a particular document, transaction, or jurisdiction. E-signature and data-protection laws change frequently. Confirm the requirements for your specific document and parties, and consult a licensed lawyer in the relevant country before relying on electronic signing.
Last reviewed: June 15, 2026