eSignature Legality Guide
eSignature Legality in Bermuda
In Bermuda, electronic signatures are legally valid under the Electronic Transaction Act of 1999.
E-Signature Legality Summary
The Electronic Transaction Act, enacted in Bermuda in 1999, affirms the legal status of electronic records and electronic signatures, provided the signature identifies the individual and shows their intention to sign or accept the document’s contents. The signing method must be "as reliable as is appropriate for the purpose" (ETA, Section 11).
Notable Changes in E-Signature Law Since 2020
None.
Types of Permitted Electronic Signature
According to the Act, an electronic signature is "a signature in, attached to, or logically associated with information that is used by a signatory to indicate their adoption of the content of that information." To be valid, an electronic signature must: (i) be uniquely linked to the signatory; (ii) be able to identify the signatory; (iii) be created using means under the sole control of the signatory; and (iv) be connected to the relevant information so that any later changes to the information can be detected" (ETA, Section 2).
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Last updated: January 22, 2022