FAQ - Signatur
| Question: | What is a ‘qualified electronic signature’? |
| Answer: | The legal definition of a qualified electronic signature is given in Art. 3(12) of the eIDAS Regulation. The eIDAS Regulation, along with the implementing regulations based on it, define numerous technical requirements that apply to qualified electronic signatures. To create a qualified electronic signature, the signatory requires both a qualified certificate as well as a qualified signature creation device, for example a smart card and accompanying signature software. Pursuant to Art. 25(2) of the eIDAS Regulation, a qualified electronic signature meets the legal requirements for a handwritten signature (refer also to Art. 4 Signature and Trust Services Act). Further information can be found by following this link:
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