LEI identifier (GLEIF)
The LEI is a twenty-character global code that uniquely identifies a legal entity across countries. It emerged after the financial crisis, in response to the fact that the counterparty to a transaction could not be reliably determined.
What the register contains
- The entity's LEI code
- Registration status and next renewal date
- Legal name of the entity as held by GLEIF
- Relationships to a parent company, where reported
Fields we return
| Field | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lei | Twenty-character Legal Entity Identifier. |
| status | LEI status, e.g. ISSUED or LAPSED. |
| registration_status | Registration status within the GLEIF system. |
| parent_lei | LEI of the direct parent, when reported. |
| ultimate_parent_lei | LEI of the ultimate parent, when reported. |
What it is used for
In financial reporting the LEI is a mandatory counterparty identifier. If you report transactions under European regulation, you need it for your trading partners.
For cross-border vetting the LEI is a more reliable join key than a company name, because names repeat and get translated.
Frequently asked questions
Does every Slovak company have an LEI?
No. An entity must actively obtain one and pay to renew it, so it is mostly held by companies active on financial markets or trading cross-border.
What does the LAPSED status mean?
The registration was not renewed. The code still identifies the entity, but the data attached to it may not be current.
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