Electronic Signatures Under Bahraini Law

The impact of technology in the legal world is undebatable. Legislators are continuously faced with new technological challenges and possibilities to enact laws that safeguard individuals from harm. In this article, we will focus on the regulations governing the electronic signatures in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The principal law governing electronic communications under Bahraini Law is Law No. 54/2018 issuing the Electronic Communications and Transactions Law (the "Law") repealing the previous Law No. 28/2002. The enactment of the Law enhances the protection of all transactions and dispositions of all types in electronic form.

Scope of Application

The Law applies to all types of transactions and actions along with title deeds and negotiable instruments in electronic form. The law shall not prejudice any provision of any other law relating to consumer protection. A person will not be required to deal in electronic communications without his express consent, and it