Become an LEI Issuer

An organization authorized to issue Legal Entity Identifiers (LEIs) to legal entities is referred to as an LEI issuer - also referred to as a Local Operating Unit (LOU). LEI issuers supply registration, renewal, and other services, and act as the primary interface with legal entities for LEIs. An LEI issuer may issue LEIs to legal entities in any jurisdiction for which it is accredited.

Accreditation is the process by which the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) evaluates the suitability of organizations seeking to become LEI issuers and join the Global LEI System. Achieving GLEIF accreditation is a globally recognized designation of commitment to data quality and customer service.

All documentation and information relevant to participation in the GLEIF accreditation process is accessible here on the GLEIF website. The six steps, which an organization seeking to become an LEI issuer must complete, are detailed here: Accreditation Process.

Organizations seeking assistance with their application to become a GLEIF-accredited LEI issuer should direct their questions on the accreditation process by email to info@gleif.org.