Assinatura Eletrônica Avançada: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to use advanced electronic signatures for your contracts using your verified digital identity in Brazil.
This scheme allows you to sign digital documents online with legal validity using your verified government identity. By using this system, you can complete official paperwork and private contracts through a secure digital process provided by the national technology institute.
Who it's for
To qualify for this service, you must be a holder of a Gov.br account that has reached either Silver or Gold status. These levels of account verification ensure that your digital identity is sufficiently authenticated by the government to perform these actions. If your account is currently at the Bronze level, you will need to upgrade your verification status before you can access these signing features.
What you get
You receive the ability to apply a legally binding digital signature to your contracts and documents. This digital signature provides a way to finalize agreements and official paperwork remotely. This is particularly useful for professionals who need to manage freelance contracts or remote work agreements without the need for physical presence or traditional paper-based methods.
What it costs you
Using this electronic signature service is completely free. There are no fees required to access the signing portal or to apply the signature to your files.
The catch to know
While this is a powerful tool for many situations, you should be aware that it is not a universal solution for every single type of paperwork. The signature is only valid for specific document types that the government accepts. You should verify that the entity requesting your signature accepts this specific level of electronic signature before proceeding with your signing process.
How to apply
- Confirm that your Gov.br account has been upgraded to the Silver or Gold verification level.
- Visit the official signing portal provided by the government.
- Upload the specific digital document that requires your signature.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to verify your identity and finalize the digital signature.