Is an electronic signature legal in Jordan?
The Law gives electronic records and signatures legal effect and admissibility, and a transaction is not denied validity merely because it is electronic. It recognizes three tiers — an ordinary electronic signature, a “protected” electronic signature meeting technical conditions, and an “authenticated” signature certified by an authorized body. An authenticated signature carries the strongest weight, including against third parties.
What types of electronic signature are recognized in Jordan?
An ordinary electronic signature has the weight of an ordinary document between the parties. A protected electronic signature is uniquely linked to the signatory, under their sole control, tamper-evident after signing, and identifies them. An authenticated electronic signature is a protected signature certified by an authorized body (for example the Central Bank for banking, the competent ministry, or a licensed provider) and carries the strongest evidentiary weight.
What documents can be signed electronically in Jordan?
Commonly signed electronically: commercial and sales agreements, NDAs, procurement, employee on-boarding, and many administrative transactions; lease contracts are expressly outside the property-registration exclusion.
What documents cannot be signed electronically in Jordan?
Use an authenticated signature for high-value or third-party-facing matters. Where a law requires registration, notarization, or a specific form, follow that method.
What court cases have addressed eSignatures in Jordan?
None reported.
