How to Obtain a Digital Certificate In this chapter, I will explain how to obtain an electronic certificate for digital signature in Spain. This process is applicable for all regions of Spain and can be done independently and free of charge.
What is the Electronic Certificate? The electronic certificate acts as your digital pass, allowing you to carry out administrative procedures such as tax filing from home through your online account. It provides access to various electronic services and procedures during quarantine.
Who Can Obtain the Electronic Signature? Spanish citizens are familiar with obtaining an electronic signature, but foreign citizens can also acquire it if they have data and residency in Spain. The use of the e-signature has become more prevalent due to its convenience during quarantine.
Process of Obtaining the Certificate 'Points of User Registration' establishments verify identity before issuing certificates via email. Upon confirmation at these points, two documents are provided: a personal code for generating the certificate and a certification agreement which needs signing by both parties involved.