Class 3 DSC – Foreign Individual

A Class 3 DSC is issued to a person who is not an Indian citizen and is used for secure online authentication and digital signing. Common uses include:

• Participating in Indian e-tendering portals
• Filing documents with Indian authorities (where permitted)
• Signing contracts and other electronic documents

Typical documents required:

• Passport
• Proof of address
• Photograph
• Email address and mobile number
• Verification documents as required by the Certifying Authority

Class 3 DSC – Foreign Organization

A Class 3 DSC can also be issued to an organization incorporated outside India for authorized representatives to digitally sign documents.

Typical documents required:

• Certificate of Incorporation or business registration
• Authorization letter or board resolution
• Identity and address proof of the authorized signatory
• Organization address proof
• Additional attestation or apostille/notarization, if required

Validity

Class 3 DSCs are generally available with validity periods such as 1, 2, or 3 years, depending on the issuing Certifying Authority.

If your question is about:

• How to apply
• Required documents
• Fees
• A specific Certifying Authority
• Use for MCA, ICEGATE, GST, or e-tendering