In the digital era, e-Meterai offers an innovative solution that provides legal validity for electronic documents, equivalent to physical documents with conventional meterai. With e-Meterai, the document legalization process becomes more practical, secure, and efficient without the need for printing and manually affixing meterai.
As a digital version of conventional meterai, e-Meterai functions as a tax payment tool for specific documents, as regulated by the Indonesian government. In other words, e-Meterai maintains the same role in ensuring document validity.
In Indonesia, Perum Peruri (the Indonesian State Printing Corporation) is designated as the official issuer of e-Meterai. However, users are not required to purchase e-Meterai directly from Peruri, as many platforms distribute them, such as VIDA.
So, how do you buy e-Meterai on these platforms? What are the advantages of e-Meterai compared to physical meterai? And what common mistakes should be avoided when using them? Read on for a complete explanation.
Overview of e-Meterai
An e-Meterai is a digital meterai used to affix stamp duty on electronic documents. According to Government Regulation No. 86 of 2021, e-Meterai functions as a tax payment tool for specific documents, ensuring they hold legal validity.
Benefits of Using e-Meterai
1. Easier Purchase and Application
Unlike physical meterai that must be purchased and manually affixed, e-Meterai can be purchased and applied online through official platforms like VIDA Sign or Privy.
Users no longer need to print physical documents, hunt for physical meterai, or scan signed documents again.
This method significantly speeds up administrative processes, especially for electronic transactions that require legally binding documents in a short time.
2. Reduced Document Shipping Costs
For businesses that frequently send official documents to different locations, relying on physical meterai increases operational costs. However, e-Meterai eliminates additional expenses associated with physically mailing documents.
3. Increased Efficiency and Productivity
Traditional document legalization processes relying on physical meterai often slow down workflow. With e-Meterai, businesses can sign and validate documents in minutes without in-person meetings or reprinting.
4. Minimized Risk of Loss and Damage
Physical meterai can be lost, damaged, or affixed to the wrong document. e-Meterai solves this issue by storing meterai data digitally, reducing the risk of misplacement. Additionally, e-Meterai protects documents from physical damage since there is no need for printing.
Tips for Buying Secure e-Meterai
Purchasing e-Meterai requires careful consideration to avoid counterfeit e-Meterai, which can invalidate your document. Here are some essential tips for buying e-Meterai:
1. Purchase Only from Official Distributors
Ensure you only buy official e-Meterai from authorized providers appointed by Peruri. Some official distributors include VIDA Sign, Pospay, and Privy.
2. Avoid Purchasing from Unauthorized Sellers
Do not be tempted by e-Meterai sold on social media or unverified marketplaces. Buying from unauthorized sources may expose you to fake e-Meterai, data theft, and financial loss.
3. Ensure Your Document Qualifies for e-Meterai Usage
Before purchasing, check if your document falls under the stamp duty requirement, as per Government Regulations.
Examples of documents requiring e-Meterai include:
✔ Agreements or contracts
✔ Statements with financial transactions
✔ Notarial deeds and legal documents
4. Choose a Secure Payment Method
When purchasing e-Meterai, use secure payment options, such as bank transfers or verified digital wallets.
How to Buy an Official e-Meterai
To buy an official e-Meterai on the VIDA Sign platform, follow these steps:
1. How to Purchase an e-Meterai
- In Settings, select Billing Management, then choose e-Meterai and click “Top Up”.
- You will be directed to the payment page.
- Once the payment is successful, your e-Meterai balance will be added to your account.
2. How to Apply an e-Meterai
- On the Dashboard, click Create Envelope.
- Upload the document that needs an e-Meterai or digital signature.
- In the “Contents” section, select e-Meterai. Your available e-Meterai will be displayed.
- Position the e-Meterai where you want it on the document.
- Add the signer’s details.
- Click Send Document.
e-Meterai offers numerous advantages over conventional meterai. Plus, buying e-Meterai is now easier through various authorized platforms beyond Peruri.
Switch to e-Meterai and enjoy the convenience of easy, secure, and legal digital transactions!
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