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Electronic signature
An electronic signature cryptographically binds the signer's identity and intent to a digital document, preventing undetected alteration after signing.
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Passar Hub: Everything on the new Swiss customs system
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An electronic signature cryptographically binds the signer's identity and intent to a digital document, preventing undetected alteration after signing. In transport and logistics, e-signatures replace wet-ink signatures on bills of lading, delivery notes, customs declarations, and powers of attorney – cutting paper-based processing times significantly. A key legal property is non-repudiation: the signatory cannot later deny having signed. Within the EU, the qualified electronic signature (QES) carries the same legal weight as a handwritten signature; simpler signature tiers are widely accepted for routine operational documents. An e-signature should not be confused with a scanned image of a handwritten signature, which offers no cryptographic protection.
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Passar Hub: Everything on the new Swiss customs system
Passar replaces E-dec and NCTS. Passar 1.0 (export) is live, Passar 2.0 (import) starts from Q2 2026. Roadmap, ePortal registration, deadlines and FAQ — all on one page.
Passar 1.0Passar 2.0 → Q2 2026Passar 3.0 → Q2 2027
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