What is the format of an LEI code?

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

An LEI is a 20-character alphanumeric code defined by ISO 17442. The first four characters identify the issuing organization, characters 5 through 18 identify the entity, and the last two are check digits used for validation.

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