What is an LEI number?

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Created: Apr 14, 2026Updated: Apr 14, 2026Est. reading time: 2 min

A Legal Entity Identifier, or LEI, is a unique 20-character code used to identify legal entities in financial transactions and reporting. It links to public reference data about the entity, such as its legal name, address, and registration details.

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