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Distinguish a qualified electronic signature from a simple gov.gr document certification and compare routes.

For tax year 2026
Updated 26 October 2026
Takes about 2 minutes

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A qualified signature is not the same as digitally certifying a document through gov.gr.

APED offers a free personal certificate but requires a user-paid compatible token. Intangible and commercial provider options have their own eligibility and terms.

For a qualified signature, consider APED with a token, an eligible gov.gr intangible certificate, or a qualified remote provider.

Published €50–59 annual provider examples were checked on 26 October 2026. Confirm , validity, usage limits and renewal directly with the provider.

Methodology and disclaimer

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Obtaining a qualified electronic signatureHellenic Public Administration Certification Authority (APED)The personal APED certificate is free, but requires a compatible user-paid USB token and identity checks.
APED pricing policyHellenic Public Administration Certification Authority (APED)APED provides personal digital certificates free; the user pays for the required device/token.
Intangible electronic signatureMinistry of Digital GovernanceFree certificate with a three-year duration only for citizens/professional categories covered by the service.
Qualified eSignaturesHARICAPublished starting price was €59/year when checked; confirm current quote, tax and term.
Remote qualified electronic signatureinsignPublished subscription was €50/year plus VAT when checked; validity and terms depend on the package.

Frequently asked questions

Can a gov.gr document certification replace a qualified signature?

Not in every transaction. Ask the recipient which legal signature level it accepts.

Is the APED certificate entirely cost-free?

The personal certificate is free; the compatible USB token is purchased separately by the user.

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Choosing a route

A qualified signature is not the same as digitally certifying a document through gov.gr.

APED offers a free personal certificate but requires a user-paid compatible token. Intangible and commercial provider options have their own eligibility and terms.

For a qualified signature, consider APED with a token, an eligible gov.gr intangible certificate, or a qualified remote provider.

Published €50–59 annual provider examples were checked on 26 October 2026. Confirm , validity, usage limits and renewal directly with the provider.

Sources

Obtaining a qualified electronic signatureHellenic Public Administration Certification Authority (APED)The personal APED certificate is free, but requires a compatible user-paid USB token and identity checks.

APED pricing policyHellenic Public Administration Certification Authority (APED)APED provides personal digital certificates free; the user pays for the required device/token.

Intangible electronic signatureMinistry of Digital GovernanceFree certificate with a three-year duration only for citizens/professional categories covered by the service.

Qualified eSignaturesHARICAPublished starting price was €59/year when checked; confirm current quote, tax and term.

Remote qualified electronic signatureinsignPublished subscription was €50/year plus VAT when checked; validity and terms depend on the package.

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