FAQ

What is an LEI number and why do I need one?

• What Is an LEI?

• What type of Legal Entity may register an LEI code?

• Who may NOT apply for an LEI?

• Who needs an LEI Number?

• Search LEI Numbers

• LEI Definition – reference data

• How do I know if my LEI is lapsed or inactive?

• SSAS and LEI

• Who is the GLEIF?

• What is the future for LEIs?

How to register a Legal Entity Identifier for my Organization

• How do I apply for an LEI Number?

• What information do I need to submit for an LEI?

• How do I buy an LEI from a RapidLEI local Registration Agent?

• How do I register LEIs in bulk or large volumes?

• Is there an LEI Issuance API to automate the registrations?

• How long does it take to issue an LEI?

• Applications requiring a Letter of Authorization

• Simple summary of the LEI application process

• Why do I need to verify two different addresses?

• Who needs to agree to the Terms and Conditions?

• What is Level 1 and Level 2 legal entity data?

• What are duplicate LEIs?

• What tools do I need to apply for an LEI Code from RapidLEI?

• Using an Alternative Browser to eSign the Terms of Service

How to renew an LEI number

• How do I renew an LEI?

• Do I need to renew an LEI code?

• How soon before the expiry of my LEI before I need to renew?

• Can I renew an LEI for multiple years to prevent it lapsing?

• Renewing LEIs purchased through RapidLEI Partners

Lapsed LEI? What to do now

• How to reactivate a lapsed LEI

• Transferring lapsed LEIs

• How do I know if my LEI has lapsed

• Reactivating lapsed LEIs purchased through RapidLEI Partners

• The consequences of a lapsed LEI

Questions about LEI Definition & Reference Data

• What information is contained in an LEI code record?

• When will my LEI appear on the GLEIF’s Search 1.0?

• Where is my XML format CDF file?

• What is the CDF file format if I have a parent(s)?

• What is the format and structure of the exception record(s) if I have no parent or only one parent?

• Is the lei:Extension field used by RapidLEI?

• How do I update my Legal Entity Reference Data (LE-RD)?

• What if the RapidLEI systems and team identify an issue with my LE-RD?

• What is an ‘internal’ LE-RD change?

• What is the ‘Challenge LEI’ process?

• How do I update my Relationship Record?

• What is an ‘internal’ LE-RR change?

• What is the LEI Conformity Flag?

Buying LEIs, and billing questions

• How much does an LEI cost?

• Payment methods

• Are there discounts for large volumes of LEIs?

• Can I register an LEI Number for multiple years?

• How do I cancel my LEI application?

• How do I request a refund?

• What is the GLEIF fee?

What is RapidLEI & Ubisecure?

• About RapidLEI’s GLEIF accredited service

• How is RapidLEI disrupting the global LEI ecosystem?

• Why is LEI data quality important?

• Is there an LEI API for integration into Applications?

• How do I buy an LEI?

• Who is Ubisecure?