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Electronic Signature Law of the PRC (2019 Amendment) · Yalla China
قانون التوقيع الإلكتروني (تعديل 2019) / Electronic Signature Law (2019 Amendment)
Enacted: 2019-04-23 ✅ Effective: 2019-04-23
📝 Overview
Establishes legal recognition of electronic signatures in China and equates them with handwritten signatures in most contracts.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
The Electronic Signature Law (2019 Amendment) provides: (1) Legal recognition: a reliable electronic signature is legally equivalent to a handwritten signature; (2) Reliable signature: requires unique link to signatory, verifiability, and immutability; (3) Exceptions: does not apply to contracts involving real estate, marriage, adoption, inheritance, and paper securities; (4) Accredited providers: electronic signature service providers must obtain Ministry of Industry accreditation; (5) Foreigners: foreign electronic signature accepted if it meets equivalent standards.
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
Electronic signatures are legally recognized in China for commercial contracts. Ensure use of an accredited provider to produce reliable electronic signatures.
📎 Official source
National People's Congress of China
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026