for signature vs for countersignature

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'For signature' is used when a single signature is required, while 'for countersignature' is used when a second signature is needed to validate the first one.

Last updated: March 31, 2024

for signature

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to the act of signing a document or agreement.

This phrase is used when a single signature is required to validate a document or agreement.

Examples:

Please review the contract and sign it for signature.

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In September 2005, the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism was opened for signature.
The Convention was opened for signature in Istanbul on 11 May 2011.
I'll have the papers drawn up for signature.
On 17 December I trust the European Council will formally conclude Bulgaria's negotiations and set the date for signature of the Accession Treaty in spring 2005.
All drawn up and ready for signature?
Supports ratification of the International Convention against Transnational Organised Crime and its additional protocols, opened for signature by states in Palermo, Italy, last December;
Surprisingly, the ACP Council of Ministers produced an ACP/EU common position for signature.
The Agreement was opened for signature from 16 October 1995.
Furthermore, the Presidents of the two institutions shall receive the texts for signature in their own languages.
I'll write up the report and e-mail it to you for signature.
Subject: Irresponsible emissions of carbon dioxide for signature of Reform Treaty
The period for signature shall start on the day when the depositary states that all authentic texts of this Convention are available.
by accession after the deadline set for signature
Preparations will be concluded by the end of this year, and the Convention opened for signature to all States Parties.
The SIOFA was opened for signature on 7 July 2006 and signed by the Community the same day in accordance with Council Decision 2006/496/EC [1].
Maximise the use of the allocated appropriations for signature of grant agreements.
The text of the Convention was finally agreed in November 2009 and opened for signature on 1 February 2010.
Researching and drafting letters for signature by the EP President and the chairmen of the human rights subcommittee and the foreign affairs and development committees.
The Treaty was adopted on 2 April 2013 by the UN General Assembly and opened for signature on 3 June 2013.
This text, after a review by an editorial group, constituted the final text which was adopted and then opened for signature at a diplomatic conference held in Rome on 7 July 2006.

Alternatives:

to sign
to endorse

for countersignature

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to the act of providing a second signature to validate the first one.

This phrase is used when a second signature is required to validate a document or agreement, often by a different party.