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eParaksts Latvian Electronic Signature
We help you get and set up eParaksts, Latvia's qualified electronic signature. With it you can sign contracts and filings with the Enterprise Register and the tax office remotely, without visiting a notary.
eParaksts is Latvia's state electronic signature system, and eParaksts for foreigners works the same way as for locals once you have a Latvian personal code. The signature has the same legal force as a handwritten one: under the EU eIDAS regulation, a qualified electronic signature is recognized in every EU country. For the owner of a Latvian company, this means registry changes, reports, contracts with counterparties and correspondence with authorities can be handled from anywhere in the world.
We help you get through the process without extra steps. We check whether you have a Latvian personal code, advise which signature option suits you, the mobile app or a card, and set up signing in the edoc format. After that we show you how to sign contracts and submit filings on government portals.
Some identity verification methods work remotely; others require an in-person visit to Latvia.
Who it is for
- Owners and board members of Latvian companies who live outside Latvia
- Foreigners with a Latvian residence permit or personal code
- People registering a company in Latvia who want to make changes without a notary
- Anyone who regularly signs contracts with Latvian and European counterparties
Requirements
- A Latvian personal code: without one, eParaksts is as a rule not available
- A valid identity document
- A smartphone for the eParaksts mobile app, or a card reader for the card
- Identity verification under the system's rules; in some cases an in-person visit is needed
What we do
- Check whether you can get eParaksts and which option suits you
- Advise how to get a personal code if you do not have one yet
- Help you register and complete identity verification
- Set up the app or the signing software
- Show you how to sign edoc files and check other people's signatures
- Explain where the signature is useful: the Enterprise Register, the tax office, the state services portal and banks
Key documents
- Passport or ID card
- Latvian personal code
- The document on which your personal code was issued (residence permit or registry entry)
- A phone number and email address for registration
How it works
- Checkwe confirm you have a personal code and pick the right signature option
- Registrationwe help you apply and complete identity verification
- Setupwe install the app or the signing software
- First signaturewe sign a test document and make sure everything works
- Instructionswe explain how to sign contracts and filings with authorities
Timeline
Timing depends on whether you already have a Latvian personal code and which identity verification method is available to you.
Timelines are approximate: government agencies, consulates and banks set them.
What to watch out for
- Without a Latvian personal code, eParaksts is as a rule not issued, so the code has to come first
- If you change your phone or lose access, the signature has to be restored
- Not every organization outside the EU accepts an electronic signature; sometimes a paper original is needed
- The signature certificate is valid for a limited period and must be renewed on time
FAQ
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is from $35. Government fees, translations, insurance and other mandatory costs are paid separately; we send the full estimate before you sign.
Can I get eParaksts as a foreigner?
Yes, eParaksts for foreigners is available if you have a Latvian personal code. Holders of a Latvian residence permit and foreigners registered in the Latvian population register, for example, receive one. If you do not have a code, we first work out how you can get one in your situation.
Where can I use the eParaksts electronic signature?
With the Latvian Enterprise Register, the tax service, the state services portal, banks and for signing contracts. A qualified electronic signature is recognized in all EU countries on a par with a handwritten one.
Do I have to travel to Latvia to get the signature?
It depends on the identity verification method. In some cases you can register remotely, in others an in-person visit is required. We tell you in advance which route is open to you, so you do not plan a trip for nothing.
What is an edoc file?
It is a container format that packages a document together with its electronic signature. Latvian authorities and many companies work with it. We show you how to create these files and check your counterparties' signatures.
Does eParaksts replace a notary?
For many actions, yes: for example, some filings with the Enterprise Register can be signed electronically instead of being notarized. But some transactions require a notary by law. We tell you which applies to your case.
Do you guarantee the result?
No. Decisions are made by government agencies, consulates and banks. We are responsible for preparing and checking documents, filing and support, and we tell you about the risks upfront.
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