INPI and Evrotrust: A New European Solution Accepted in 2026
INPI expands acceptance of qualified electronic signature methods with Evrotrust.
eIDAS compliance, accessibility beyond European countries and transparent pricing.
Major development: Evrotrust accepted by INPI since 2026
Since January 2023, the French Institut National de la Propriété Industrielle (INPI) has required a qualified electronic signature for all company modification or termination formalities. This requirement, in line with the eIDAS regulation, has long limited the options available to European entrepreneurs.
Since 2026, a major development has considerably improved accessibility: INPI accepts Evrotrust signatures, thus extending the range of European qualified signature solutions available for French administrative formalities. Evrotrust becomes a complementary solution to itsme®, in particular for nationals who do not have the specific identity document specific identity document required by itsme® in their country.
What is Evrotrust?
Evrotrust is a European Qualified Trusted Service Provider (QTSP), based in Bulgaria and accredited on the EU Trusted List. This solution offers eIDAS-compliant qualified electronic signature services, recognized throughout the European Union.
Why Evrotrust complements itsme®: Although itsme® is available in 30 European countries, its use requires country-specific identity documents (usually an NFC passport). Evrotrust accepts any valid European identity document, making it a universal solution for all European nationals, including those who do not have the document required by itsme®.
Evrotrust advantages for INPI formalities
| Advantage | Detail |
|---|---|
| ✓ Qualified signature (QES) | eIDAS-compliant, legal value equivalent to a handwritten signature |
| ✓ INPI-approved | Recognized since 2026 for all formalities |
| ✓ Worldwide coverage | Accessible in all European countries + USA, Canada, Australia, etc. |
| ✓ No subscription | Pay-as-you-go via e-Signature.eu |
| ✓ Simplified process | Fully remote identification and signature |
| ✓ Complementary to itsme® | Alternative solution for those without the document required by itsme®. |
Evrotrust: the complementary solution to itsme®.
Although itsme® is accepted in 30 European countries, its use requires country-specific identity documents (consult the complete list). Evrotrust offers a valuable alternative in several situations:
Countries covered by Evrotrust (68 countries) :
European continent : Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Latvia, Spain, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Northern Macedonia, Malta, Moldavia, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom.
Other continents : Australia, Canada, Israel, Kenya, New Zealand, Taiwan, United States
Typical use cases for Evrotrust :
- French citizen without a French passport: A French citizen residing in France who has only his or her national identity card can use Evrotrust, as itsme® requires a French passport for French residents.
- European nationals without an itsme®-compatible document: Some nationals of the 30 countries covered by itsme® may not have the specific document required (passport, eID, residence permit, depending on the country).
- Immediate need: If you haven’t yet activated your itsme® account, or if you don’t meet the access criteria, Evrotrust can be up and running in a matter of minutes.
- Global coverage: Evrotrust covers all European countries and many non-European countries (USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Israel, Japan, Turkey, etc.), making it indispensable for international signatories.
Regulatory context: why this change?
The eIDAS regulation (Article 25) requires mutual recognition of qualified signatures between member states. However, practical implementation has long created difficulties for European entrepreneurs based in France, who have come up against technical and administrative barriers.
Previous obstacles (2023-2025)
Between 2023 and 2025, non-French European citizens will face two major problems:
- FranceConnect+ inaccessible: The free French solution requires a French identity card, a French passport or a residence permit valid for at least 5 years. However, EU citizens residing in France do not legally need a residence permit.
- National solutions not recognized: Many European solutions, such as the Spanish DNI electrónico or the Italian SPID, were not technically accepted by INPI.
Gradual improvement in 2025-2026
The acceptance of itsme® in 2025 (available in 30 European countries, but requiring specific identity documents), followed by Evrotrust in 2026 (accessible with any European identity document), demonstrates a positive trend towards greater European interoperability of qualified signature systems. These two solutions complement each other to cover the full range of situations faced by European citizens.
How to use Evrotrust for your INPI formalities
8-step process
- Preparing your INPI formality on Guichet Unique
- Download the summary PDF generated by INPI
- Download the Evrotrust app and activate your account (identification via ID document and facial recognition)
- Order 1 e-Signature.eu credit (with automatic account creation for new customers)
- Launch a signature request with the Evrotrust method
- Sign your document electronically with the Evrotrust app
- Download the signed document from your e-Signature.eu account
- Upload the signed document to Guichet Unique INPI
Evrotrust access conditions
To use Evrotrust, you need :
- A valid identity document (passport, European identity card, residence permit)
- A smartphone with a working camera
- A stable Internet connection
The identification process is based on verification of your identity document and facial recognition. It usually takes between 5 and 10 minutes, and can be carried out immediately.
Evrotrust integration with e-Signature.eu
e-Signature.eu offers native Evrotrust integration, considerably simplifying the qualified signature process for your INPI formalities:
- Unified interface: Upload your INPI PDF directly to the platform
- Integrated identification: Identification process via identity document and facial recognition
- Secure signature: Fully eIDAS-compliant process
- Certificate included: Automatically generated validation report
Transparent pricing
e-Signature.eu rate for 1 Evrotrust qualified signature: €4.95 excl. VAT per signature (1 credit formula), considerably cheaper than traditional French certificates, which cost between €73 and €200.
Formulas available on a sliding scale:
- 1 credit: €4.95 excluding VAT (€4.95/signature)
- 10 credits: €45 excl. VAT (€4.50/signature, -10%)
- 20 credits: €84 excl. VAT (€4.20/signature, -15%)
- 50 credits: €198 excl. VAT (€3.96/signature, -20%)
- 100 credits: €371 excl. VAT (€3.71/signature, -25%)
Comparison of signature solutions for INPI in 2026
| Solution | INPI status 2026 | Average cost | Accessibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evrotrust | ✅ Accepted | 4.95 € excl. VAT/signature | All European + international citizens (68 countries) |
| itsme® | ✅ Accepted | 4.95 € excl. VAT/signature | 30 European countries (specific documents required) |
| French certificates | ✅ Accepted | 73-200€ | Requires physical displacement |
| FranceConnect+ | ✅ Accepted | Free | Limited to French document holders |
Which solution should you choose for your INPI formalities?
Summary by situation
| Your situation | Recommended solution | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| European citizen without itsme® access | Evrotrust via e-Signature.eu | 4,95€ EXCL. VAT |
| Resident of the 30 countries covered with an itsme®-compatible document | itsme® via e-Signature.eu | 4.95 EXCLUDING VAT |
| Recurring formalities | Annual French certificate or multi-signature pack | 73-96€/year or 3.71-4.50€ excl. VAT/signature |
| International signatories (outside Europe) | Evrotrust via e-Signature.eu | 4.95 € EXCL. VAT |
eIDAS compliance and European recognition
Evrotrust, as a qualified trust service provider registered on the EU Trusted List, guarantees full compliance with the eIDAS regulation (n°910/2014).
Legal warranties
- Article 25.2 eIDAS: Legal value equivalent to a handwritten signature
- Mutual recognition: Valid in all 27 EU member states
- Maximum probative value: Legal presumption of validity in the event of a dispute
- Non-repudiation: The signatory cannot contest having signed
Outlook: towards eIDAS 2.0 and the digital identity portfolio
The gradual acceptance of European solutions such as Evrotrust and itsme® by the INPI foreshadows the developments expected with the roll-out of eIDAS 2.0 and the EU Digital Identity Wallet, scheduled for 2026-2027.
Expected advances
- Enhanced interoperability between all national systems
- A single digital wallet for all Europeans
- Simplifying cross-border procedures
- Technical standards harmonized at European level
Key points to remember
- ✓ Evrotrust accepted since 2026: European entrepreneurs now have an additional solution for their INPI formalities, accessible to all European nationals, including those who cannot use itsme® (e.g. French without a French passport).
- ✓ Cost-effective solution: At €4.95 excl. VAT per signature via e-Signature.eu (or €3.71 excl. VAT for high volumes), Evrotrust is 15 to 50 times cheaper than traditional French certificates (€73-200).
- ✓ eIDAS compliance guaranteed: As a QTSP on the EU Trusted List, Evrotrust offers the same legal guarantees as a handwritten signature throughout the European Union.
- ✓ Simplified process: Identification and signature carried out entirely remotely, with no physical movement required.
- ✓ Complementary to itsme® : Although itsme® is available in 30 European countries, Evrotrust remains indispensable for nationals who do not have the specific identity document required by itsme® in their country.
Sign your INPI formalities with Evrotrust
European nationals: use Evrotrust via e-Signature.eu to sign your INPI formalities from €4.95 ex VAT per signature. Fast, eIDAS-compliant, subscription-free and officially accepted since 2026.
Ideal if you can’t use itsme® (lack of required document) or if you’re outside Europe (USA, Canada, Australia, etc.).