What is an LEI and why do I need one?

A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a unique 20-character code used to identify legal entities participating in financial transactions. It's required under regulations like MiFID II, EMIR, and SFTR. If your business trades securities, derivatives, or interacts with financial institutions, you will likely need an active LEI.

How do I search for an LEI?

Use the search bar above. Enter either the company name or the LEI code. The tool returns the official record, including LEI status (active, lapsed), next renewal date, legal name and registration details, parent entity information (where available), and a direct link to the official GLEIF record. Results are pulled from the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) database.

How do I check if an LEI is active or expired?

Search the entity or LEI code. The result will show the current registration status: Issued/Active – valid and up to date; Lapsed – renewal overdue; Retired/Merged – no longer in use. You'll also see the next renewal date, which indicates when the LEI must be renewed to remain active.

Can I find a company using just its name?

Yes. Enter the legal entity name into the search. The tool will return matching entities along with their LEI codes. If the name is common, use filters like country or check the company number to confirm the correct match.

Where does the data come from?

All results are sourced from the GLEIF Global LEI Index, the official global database for LEIs. The data is updated regularly to reflect changes in status, ownership, and registration details.

What information is included in an LEI record?

A standard LEI record includes: legal entity name, registered address, country of formation, registration authority and company number, LEI issuance and renewal dates, status (active, lapsed, etc.), and parent company relationships (Level 2 data, if reported).

How often should an LEI be renewed?

LEIs must be renewed annually. If not renewed, the status becomes lapsed, which can prevent transactions or regulatory reporting.

What is LEI Level 2 data?

Level 2 data shows who owns whom. It identifies the direct and ultimate parent entities of a company. Not all LEIs include this information, as it depends on whether the entity has reported it.

Is this an official LEI database?

This tool is not the issuing authority, but it connects directly to the official GLEIF dataset. Every result includes a link to the original GLEIF record for verification.

Can I register or renew an LEI here?

LEI Search is a lookup tool. To register or renew an LEI, you can proceed through LEI Worldwide, an official GLEIF Registration Agent. The process typically takes a few minutes.

Why can't I find an LEI for a company?

Possible reasons: the company has never registered for an LEI, the name entered doesn't match the legal name, or the entity is not required to have an LEI. Try searching with the exact registered name or company number.

Is the tool free to use?

Yes. LEI Search is free and available without login. It's designed to give quick access to verified LEI data without friction.

How accurate is the data?

The data reflects the latest available records from GLEIF. However, updates depend on when entities renew or update their information. Always refer to the official GLEIF link provided for final verification.

Can I integrate this search into my own platform?

Yes. An API is available for financial institutions and platforms that want to embed LEI search and application functionality directly into their systems.

What is an LEI and why do I need one?

A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a unique 20-character code used to identify legal entities participating in financial transactions. It's required under regulations like MiFID II, EMIR, and SFTR. If your business trades securities, derivatives, or interacts with financial institutions, you will likely need an active LEI.

How do I search for an LEI?

Use the search bar above. Enter either the company name or the LEI code. The tool returns the official record, including LEI status (active, lapsed), next renewal date, legal name and registration details, parent entity information (where available), and a direct link to the official GLEIF record. Results are pulled from the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) database.

How do I check if an LEI is active or expired?

Search the entity or LEI code. The result will show the current registration status: Issued/Active – valid and up to date; Lapsed – renewal overdue; Retired/Merged – no longer in use. You'll also see the next renewal date, which indicates when the LEI must be renewed to remain active.

Can I find a company using just its name?

Yes. Enter the legal entity name into the search. The tool will return matching entities along with their LEI codes. If the name is common, use filters like country or check the company number to confirm the correct match.

Where does the data come from?

All results are sourced from the GLEIF Global LEI Index, the official global database for LEIs. The data is updated regularly to reflect changes in status, ownership, and registration details.

What information is included in an LEI record?

A standard LEI record includes: legal entity name, registered address, country of formation, registration authority and company number, LEI issuance and renewal dates, status (active, lapsed, etc.), and parent company relationships (Level 2 data, if reported).

How often should an LEI be renewed?

LEIs must be renewed annually. If not renewed, the status becomes lapsed, which can prevent transactions or regulatory reporting.

What is LEI Level 2 data?

Level 2 data shows who owns whom. It identifies the direct and ultimate parent entities of a company. Not all LEIs include this information, as it depends on whether the entity has reported it.

Is this an official LEI database?

This tool is not the issuing authority, but it connects directly to the official GLEIF dataset. Every result includes a link to the original GLEIF record for verification.

Can I register or renew an LEI here?

LEI Search is a lookup tool. To register or renew an LEI, you can proceed through LEI Worldwide, an official GLEIF Registration Agent. The process typically takes a few minutes.

Why can't I find an LEI for a company?

Possible reasons: the company has never registered for an LEI, the name entered doesn't match the legal name, or the entity is not required to have an LEI. Try searching with the exact registered name or company number.

Is the tool free to use?

Yes. LEI Search is free and available without login. It's designed to give quick access to verified LEI data without friction.

How accurate is the data?

The data reflects the latest available records from GLEIF. However, updates depend on when entities renew or update their information. Always refer to the official GLEIF link provided for final verification.

Can I integrate this search into my own platform?

Yes. An API is available for financial institutions and platforms that want to embed LEI search and application functionality directly into their systems.

SEC EDGAR Integration: Access US Public Company Filings and Data

Direct Access to SEC Filing Data

We're excited to announce the integration of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR database into our LEI search platform. This powerful addition provides instant access to comprehensive regulatory filings and company data for publicly traded US entities.

What is SEC EDGAR?

EDGAR (Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval) is the SEC's primary system for collecting, validating, indexing, and making publicly available documents that companies are required to file with the Commission. It contains millions of filings from US public companies, foreign companies listing in the US, and mutual funds.

Comprehensive US Company Data

Our SEC integration provides access to critical company information:

Company Identifiers: CIK numbers, ticker symbols, and entity names
Corporate Details: State of incorporation, SIC codes, business addresses
Filing History: Direct links to 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-1, and other SEC forms
Contact Information: Business and mailing addresses, phone numbers
Entity Classification: Corporate type, operating status, fiscal year details

Search Without Barriers

One of the most powerful aspects of our SEC integration is the ability to find US public companies regardless of LEI status:

Entities With LEIs: View both LEI data and SEC filings in one unified profile
Entities Without LEIs: Discover US public companies that haven't obtained LEI codes yet
Cross-Reference Data: Match GLEIF records with SEC filing information
Complete Coverage: Access over 10,000+ actively filing US public companies

How It Works

Our platform seamlessly integrates SEC data into your workflow:

Smart Search: Enter a company name or ticker symbol
Automatic Detection: For US entities, we query the SEC database
Unified Results: SEC data appears alongside LEI information when available
Direct Filing Access: Click through to view official SEC documents
Export Options: Download combined entity data for your records

Key Features

Ticker Symbol Search: Find companies by their stock exchange symbols
CIK Lookup: Search by Central Index Key for precise matching
Industry Classification: View SIC codes and industry descriptions
State of Incorporation: Identify corporate jurisdiction
Recent Filings: Access links to the latest SEC forms and documents
Real-Time Data: Information synced from official SEC sources

Enhanced Due Diligence for US Entities

The SEC integration supercharges your ability to research US companies:

Financial Institutions: Verify US counterparties with official SEC data
Investment Research: Access filing history and corporate structure
Compliance Teams: Cross-check entity details against regulatory filings
Legal Due Diligence: Verify incorporation details and corporate status
Risk Assessment: Review disclosure documents and material events

Unified Multi-Source Intelligence

Our platform now combines four authoritative data sources:

GLEIF LEI Database: 2.7+ million global entities with LEI codes
Companies House (UK): Official UK company registry data
SEC EDGAR (US): US public company filings and information
OpenCorporates (Global): 250+ million companies from 140+ jurisdictions

Use Cases

Organizations leveraging our SEC integration include:

Investment Firms: Research publicly traded companies and their filing history
Banks: Enhanced KYC/AML for US corporate clients and counterparties
Legal Teams: Verify corporate details for M&A transactions
Compliance Officers: Cross-reference entity data across multiple authoritative sources
Financial Analysts: Quick access to company fundamentals and regulatory documents
Procurement Teams: Verify US supplier credentials and corporate status

Technical Implementation

Our SEC integration is built on robust infrastructure:

Direct SEC API Access: Real-time queries to official SEC databases
Company Tickers Index: Fast lookup across 10,000+ active filers
CIK-Based Retrieval: Precise entity matching using SEC identifiers
Automated Updates: Regular synchronization with SEC data
Compliant Access: All requests follow SEC guidelines and rate limits

Finding Companies Without LEIs

A significant benefit of SEC integration is discovering entities that may need LEI registration:

Search for US public companies by name or ticker
View their SEC filing status and corporate details
Check if they have an associated LEI code
Recommend LEI registration for enhanced compliance
Track which counterparties need LEI codes for reporting

Data Privacy and Security

All SEC data accessed through our platform is:

Publicly available information from official sources
Accessed in compliance with SEC terms of service
Cached responsibly to ensure fast performance
Not modified or enhanced beyond official disclosures

Future Enhancements

We're continuously improving our SEC integration:

Filing Alerts: Get notified of new SEC filings for tracked entities
Financial Data Extraction: Parse key metrics from 10-K and 10-Q forms
Ownership Information: Extract beneficial ownership details from filings
Historical Analysis: Track entity changes over time through filing history
Bulk SEC Search: Search multiple CIK numbers or tickers simultaneously

Getting Started

Using our SEC integration is simple:

Visit our search page and select "United States" as the jurisdiction
Enter a company name, ticker symbol, or CIK number
View results from both GLEIF and SEC databases
Click on any entity to see detailed SEC filing information
Access direct links to official SEC documents

The SEC EDGAR integration represents our commitment to providing comprehensive, authoritative entity data from trusted sources. Whether you're conducting due diligence, compliance checks, or investment research, you now have direct access to official US regulatory filings alongside global LEI data.

About the SEC

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is an independent federal government regulatory agency responsible for protecting investors, maintaining fair and orderly functioning of securities markets, and facilitating capital formation. EDGAR makes these critical public disclosures freely available to promote market transparency and investor protection.

Start exploring SEC data today - search for any US public company and see comprehensive filing information alongside LEI data in one unified platform.