LEI Validator
Instantly validate LEI stock codes with this free validator built for everyday investors. Includes clear explanations so you can invest with confidence.
Explainer
LEI is short for "Legal Entity Identifier" and is a 20-character alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies legal entities globally.
Naming Convention
LEI codes are only valid if they follow this naming convention:
First 4 characters
Identifier of the Local Operating Unit (LOU) that issued the LEI
Next 14 characters
Identifier of the Legal Entity
Last 2 characters
Check digits (using the MOD 97-10 algorithm)
Additional Information
Scope
Global
Issuer
Local Operating Units (LOUs), overseen by the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF)
Compliance Standard
ISO 17442
Explainer
LEI is short for "Legal Entity Identifier" and is a 20-character alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies legal entities globally.
Naming Convention
LEI codes are only valid if they follow this naming convention:
First 4 characters
Identifier of the Local Operating Unit (LOU) that issued the LEI
Next 14 characters
Identifier of the Legal Entity
Last 2 characters
Check digits (using the MOD 97-10 algorithm)
Additional Information
Scope
Global
Issuer
Local Operating Units (LOUs), overseen by the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF)
Compliance Standard
ISO 17442