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LEI number lookup
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Powered by RapidLEI: the world’s largest GLEIF-accredited LEI issuer. 3m+ records as of Q1 2026 (source: GLEIF). The LEI lookup tool covers all 200+ jurisdictions in the Global LEI Index, including the United States, United Kingdom, European Union member states, India, Australia, Canada, and more. Results are returned in real time from the same database used by regulators and central banks worldwide.
Company Name
Search by registered legal name. Used for due diligence and KYB checks.
Funds & Trusts
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LEI Number
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ISIN
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BIC Code
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How to search for LEI numbers
Applying for an LEI number through LEI System takes under a minute and requires no paperwork. Our fully online registration process follows GLEIF-mandated verification standards, cross-referencing your entity data against official business registries to ensure accuracy before issuance.
Enter Search
Complete the online LEI application form with your entity's legal name, registered address and business registration number. The entire process takes under a minute, with no documents to print or post.
View Results
Our system verifies your entity data against official national business registries in real time. Where your entity is listed in the registry, validation is automatic. If additional documents are needed, we notify you immediately.
Engage
Once validated, your LEI code is issued and recorded in the GLEIF Global LEI Index. You receive your identifier by email, along with your certificate if selected, typically within minutes of completing the application.
What do LEI statuses mean
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Issued
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Lapsed
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Retired
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Active
The entity is legally registered and operational.
Inactive
No longer registered or operating.
How to use LEI reference data?
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Counterparty Verification
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KYC compliance
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LEI Status check
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Client onboarding
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Regulatory reporting
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Risk Screening
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What does an LEI Number lookup result show
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Level 1 data: Who is who
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- Legal name and other registered names
- Registered address and headquarters address
- Country and jurisdiction of incorporation
- Local business registry and registration number
Level 2 data: Who is whom
Level 2 ownership data is valuable for corporate group analysis, KYB onboarding, and counterparty due diligence.
- Direct parent: the immediate parent entity
- Ultimate parent: the top-level controlling entity
- Child entities: subsidiaries this organisation controls
Global LEI Index explained
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LEI Number Structure
Every LEI code follows a precise 20-character format defined by ISO 17442. Understanding the structure helps you verify the authenticity of any identifier and confirms exactly which organization issued it and for which entity.
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1
5
2
9
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4
4
0
5
0
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7
X
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A
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C
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M
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A
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W
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LOU Prefix
Identifies the issuing Local Operating Unit (LOU)
Reserved Characters
Two reserved characters set to zero
Entity identifier
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Verification ID
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What is the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF)?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.
Will an LEI be the same for all classes of assets like bonds and mortgages?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.
How does the Global LEI System work?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.
What kind of information is identifiable with an LEI?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.
Is the LEI data publicly available?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.
What entities are required to have an LEI?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.
Will an LEI be the same for all classes of assets (bonds, mortgages, etc.)?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.
How may an LEI for an entity be obtained?
After an LEI is issued, it remains valid for one year and must be renewed annually to retain its Active status in the Global LEI System. To make this easier for customers, we offer multiyear options that keep the LEI active for up to five years without requiring yearly renewals.
If an LEI is not renewed, it becomes lapsed. Lapsed LEIs may cause problems in financial transactions and regulatory reporting, including the risk of transactions being rejected or penalties for non-compliance.