Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania operate in one of the world’s most digitally advanced regions. Embracing each country’s e-identification and electronic signing systems can greatly streamline cross-border business. This comprehensive guide provides an overview of national digital identity infrastructures, common e-signature formats, and how to leverage them across the Baltics. We also cover interoperability, legal frameworks, user adoption, practical steps, challenges, and future developments (including eIDAS 2.0) to help your SME navigate seamless cross-border digital operations.
The way we identify ourselves and sign documents online is about to change—radically and for the better. With the introduction of eIDAS 2.0, the European Union is setting a new standard for digital trust, security, and cross-border recognition.
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