BR · Law No. 14,063/2020 + MP 2,200-2/2001

Electronic Signatures in Brazil — Legal Framework

Brazil has a comprehensive legal framework for electronic signatures. Medida Provisória (MP) 2,200-2 of 2001 established the Brazilian Public Key Infrastructure (ICP-Brasil) and recognized electronic signatures not issued under ICP-Brasil as valid when the parties agree to their use.

Law No. 14,063/2020 + MP 2,200-2/2001

Brazil · Enacted 2001/2020

Key Provisions

MP 2,200-2/2001 established ICP-Brasil and recognized non-ICP electronic signatures

Law 14,063/2020 defines three levels: simple, advanced, and qualified

Simple e-signatures valid for most private commercial transactions

Advanced signatures required for some government interactions

Signer identification and tamper detection are mandatory requirements

Parties can agree to use electronic signatures in private contracts

Brazil has a comprehensive legal framework for electronic signatures. Medida Provisória (MP) 2,200-2 of 2001 established the Brazilian Public Key Infrastructure (ICP-Brasil) and recognized electronic signatures not issued under ICP-Brasil as valid when the parties agree to their use. Law 14,063 of 2020 modernized the framework by defining three levels of electronic signatures: simple, advanced, and qualified. Simple electronic signatures are accepted for most private transactions, while advanced and qualified signatures are required for interactions with government entities. SignForge provides advanced-level electronic signatures that satisfy Law 14,063's requirements for signer identification, exclusive control of signature creation data, and tamper detection. The platform's SHA-256 hashing, ECDSA cryptographic verification, and comprehensive audit trail ensure every signature is legally enforceable in Brazilian courts.

Compliance Verified

How SignForge meets Law No. 14,063/2020 + MP 2,200-2/2001 requirements

Provides advanced-level electronic signatures meeting Law 14,063 requirements

Signer identified via email address, IP, and user-agent metadata

Exclusive control through unique cryptographic tokens sent to signer's email

SHA-256 hashing detects any post-signing tampering

ECDSA P-256 cryptographic verification provides mathematical integrity proof

Complete audit trail with timestamps, IP addresses, and device information

256-bit Encryption

TLS 1.3 + SHA-256

ECDSA P-256

Cryptographic proof

Audit Trail

Append-only, immutable

ISO 27001

Certified infrastructure

Frequently asked questions

Are electronic signatures legally valid in Brazil?

Yes. Under Law 14,063/2020 and MP 2,200-2/2001, electronic signatures are legally valid in Brazil. Simple electronic signatures are accepted for most private transactions, while advanced signatures (which SignForge provides) carry stronger legal weight.

Do I need ICP-Brasil certificates to sign electronically in Brazil?

Not for most private transactions. MP 2,200-2 recognizes non-ICP electronic signatures as valid when parties agree to their use. ICP-Brasil certificates are typically required only for certain government interactions and specific regulated activities.

Can SignForge be used for contracts between Brazilian companies?

Yes. SignForge's advanced electronic signatures meet Law 14,063 requirements for private commercial transactions. The platform captures signer identity, ensures document integrity through SHA-256 hashing, and maintains a complete audit trail — all requirements for legal enforceability in Brazil.

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