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How to get an LEI number
Get an LEI for your company online: who needs one, what it costs, which documents you need and how fast the LEI is issued.
An LEI (Legal Entity Identifier) is a 20-character global code under ISO 17442. Banks and brokers ask companies for it before they trade shares, bonds, funds or derivatives on the company's behalf – for example when you open an investment account for a limited company or holding.
Who needs an LEI?
- Limited companies, partnerships and corporations that invest through a business brokerage account.
- Holding and investment companies, trusts, funds and foundations.
- Companies that enter into FX or interest-rate derivatives, and issuers of securities.
Individuals investing privately do not need an LEI. In the EU and UK the requirement comes from transaction reporting rules (MiFIR; for derivatives also EMIR): under MiFIR, an investment firm may not execute trades for a legal entity without a valid LEI. Many other countries have similar reporting rules.
What do you need to apply?
- The company name and registry code – after the search we prefill the details from the official register where available.
- A contact person with e-mail and phone.
- Parent company details, if another company includes yours in its consolidated accounts.
- A power of attorney signed by a legal representative – online after payment, or as a signed copy you upload.
How long does it take?
The application takes a few minutes. The LEI Issuer checks the data against the register and usually issues the LEI within one business day. You receive the LEI and a free LEI certificate (PDF) by e-mail.
LEI prices
| Term | New LEI | Renewal / transfer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £40 £40 per year |
£49 £49 per year |
| 3 years | £112 £37.33 per year |
£125 £41.67 per year |
| 5 years | £163 £32.60 per year |
£188 £37.60 per year |
Prices exclude VAT. No setup fee, no charge for parent company data, transfers included and a free LEI certificate (PDF) with every order. VAT and any country surcharge are shown before you pay.
How it works
- Find your company – Search by name or registry code — we prefill the data from official registers.
- Choose a plan and pay – Pick 1, 3 or 5 years and pay by card, a local payment method or invoice.
- Receive your LEI – We send your application to our partner LEI Issuer, which validates the data and issues the LEI. You receive the LEI by e-mail.
Frequently asked questions
Does an LEI have to be renewed every year?
Yes. The data is checked once a year. With a multi-year plan the LEI is renewed automatically every year.
Can I get an LEI for a company in another country?
Yes. We serve companies in 34 countries; choose your country at the top and search by name or registry code.
What documents do I need?
A power of attorney signed by a legal representative of the company. We prepare it pre-filled: a board member can sign it online on the order page in a few seconds; otherwise a legal representative signs it digitally or by hand and you upload it. The LEI Issuer checks the entity data against the official business register.
How long does it take?
If your payment and the signed power of attorney reach us on a business day before 15:00, you usually receive your LEI the same day; otherwise usually on the next business day. A transfer can take longer, because the current LEI Issuer has to release the LEI.
Is the LEI valid worldwide?
Yes. Each legal entity has exactly one LEI, and it is recognised in every country. You do not need a separate code for each country or bank.
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Updated 3 November 2026 · Joel Mitt, LEImint OÜ