Is an electronic signature legal in Chile?
Law 19.799 provides the framework and definitions, distinguishing a simple electronic signature from an Advanced Electronic Signature; the Regulations add technical detail. Both require an Electronic Signature Certificate.
What types of electronic signature are recognized in Chile?
A simple electronic signature is any sound, symbol, or electronic process that lets the recipient at least formally identify the author. An Advanced Electronic Signature is certified by an accredited provider, created with means under the holder’s exclusive control, linked only to them and the data, tamper-evident, and able to verify identity — and can sign any private or public instrument.
What documents can be signed electronically in Chile?
Most categories can be signed with a simple electronic signature — HR, procurement, corporate resolutions, NDAs, software licensing, healthcare, banking, real estate, lending, insurance, education, consumer transactions, and many government filings.
What documents cannot be signed electronically in Chile?
Certain documents require an Advanced Electronic Signature, and government filings and notarized documents carry restrictions.
- Company incorporation, modification, dissolution, or annotations (require an Advanced Electronic Signature)
- Public documents in electronic format (e.g., Civil Registry or Real Estate Registrar certificates)
- Judicial mandate granted as an electronic document
What court cases have addressed eSignatures in Chile?
None reported.
What laws govern electronic signatures in Chile?
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