The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a 20-digit reference code that uniquely identifies legally distinct entities engaging in financial transactions globally, and across markets and jurisdictions. The LEI system was developed by the G-20 in accordance with ISO standards and the issuers of LEIs, referred to as Local Operating Units (LOU), supply registration and renewal services. Providing a unique identifier for each legal entity (along with key reference information associated with the entity) participating in financial transactions is intended to promote transparency.
What is a LEI?
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How do I obtain a LEI?
When is an LEI required?
In certain instances, brokers are required by regulation to report information regarding a client and include in that information a client identifier. For entities such as trusts and organizations, that…
What is Interactive Brokers' Legal Entity Identifier (LEI)?
The LEI code of Interactive Brokers LLC is: 50OBSE5T5521O6SMZR28
You can find the LEI codes of the other legal entities of the Interactive Brokers Group on the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) website…
How does the LEI renewal process work?
If Interactive Brokers has applied for an LEI on your behalf then IBKR will automatically renew the LEI annually and debit your account for the renewal cost. However, if you obtained your LEI through a third party then you would be responsible for renewing the LEI with that entity…