Qualified written form

Qualified written form is stricter than simple written form. Swiss law or the parties may require additional elements beyond a written text and signature, for example handwritten statements, specific information, prominent wording, dates, separate approvals or signatures of all parties. The purpose is often to warn, protect a weaker party or ensure clarity. The exact consequence of non-compliance depends on the rule creating the requirement. Where the qualified form is a validity requirement, a document satisfying only ordinary written form will not suffice.