Registration Of LEI Code, LEI Number Assignment In the European Union, USA, Canada, Ukraine, Russia, Documents For LEI Number Registration, Obtaining a Legal Entity Identifier

As of January 3, 2018, all business entities from any country, including the European Union, USA, Canada, Ukraine, Belarus and Russia engaged in investment/financial transactions through regulated markets in the EU, are required to register a Legal Entity Identifier and obtain identification LEI code. The LEI Number must be used for the transparency of financial transactions which governs European capital markets. According to the new European Directive, Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (“MiFID II”), conducting investment/financial transactions through regulated markets in the EU without a LEI Code is prohibited.

The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI Number) is a 20-digit, alpha-numeric code that enables clear and unique identification of legal entities participating in investment/financial transactions. LEIs, like other identifiers, are needed by firms to fulfill their reporting obligations under financial regulations and laws. The main purpose of the LEI system - speed up formalities related to conduct of financial transactions and investments by legal entities and natural persons entrepreneurs engaged in such operations, including government organizations and enterprises.

To avoid delays in completion of financial transactions or investments, we can quickly help you in obtaining LEI number for your company within 3 days. If you want to get professional assistance in Obtaining a Legal Entity Identifier, please send us a request at info@kpl.net.ua, call +380 44 3311136 or use Viber +380 66 1851123.

An LEI code is necessary for all companies and entities that give banks and other investment service providers orders concerning, for example, the buying or selling of derivatives or listed shares, exchange-trade fund and other financial instruments listed on the stock exchange. According to the European Securities and Markets Authority the following Business entities are required to obtain registration in the LEI system and use their LEI numbers in the EU:
- issuers of financial instruments listed on Regulated Markets and/or traded on a trading venue;
- parties involved in securities financing transactions and beneficiaries of rights and obligations arising from these;
- issuers of securities offered to the public or admitted to trading on a regulated market situated or operating within the EU; and
- investment firms that execute transactions in financial instruments;
- the clients (e.g. buyers, sellers) on whose behalf the investment firm executes transactions, when the client is a legal entity;
- the client of the firm on whose behalf the trading venue is reporting under MiFID, when the client is a legal entity;
- counterparties to derivatives contracts as well as beneficiaries, brokers and clearing houses;
- credit unions and financial institutions;
- pension funds and fund managers, insurance companies; and
- credit rating agencies and rated entities.

An LEI (Legal Entity Identifier) is a global organizational code which identifies legal entities on the financial market. LEI codes are used to improve transparency of the European financial market. The requirement to use LEI codes is based on the EU legislation. Business entities from third countries, including USA, Canada, Ukraine, Russia, may apply for an LEI number before the planned financial transactions or investments in the EU. These entities may also send inquiry for an LEI number Assignment in the course of such operations, for which they must use the kode. An LEI code is entity-specific and cannot be transferred to another company or entity.

LEIs are also key for transparency and regulatory purposes. The code is linked to a set of key reference information relating to the legal entity in question e.g. name and address. The applicant should submit a request with its legal reference data, including address, name, legal form and ultimate parent owner of the company (more than 50% ownership) and pay charges for assigning the LEI code.

LEI Number Assignment: once a legal entity obtains a LEI code, the code is valid for indefinite period until the company ceases to exist. Therefore, taking care of preliminary registration of LEI number, your company will avoid additional problems during conduct of financial transactions and investments.

Documents for LEI Number Registration: to register a Legal Entity Identifier, submit a complete set of documents, together with the appropriate application. If the application is submitted in person by the applicant the originals of supporting documents must be attached. If the application is mailed, it must be accompanied by the original documents or certified copies.

Obtaining LEI Code: LEI number may be registered for a temporary period of 30 days from the date of application with incomplete data or inadequate documentation. If the application is not supported by documents after the temporary term of the assigned LEI kod, status will be displayed in the system as "canceled." This status is maintained until all the documents necessary to change the status to "approved" will not be presented.

MiFID is the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (2004/39/EC). It has been applicable across the European Union since 2007. It is a fundamental stone of the EU's regulation of financial markets seeking to improve competitiveness by creating a single market for investment services and activities and to ensure a high degree of harmonized protection for investors in financial instruments.

MiFID establishes:
conduct of business and organisational requirements for investment firms;
authorisation requirements for regulated markets;
regulatory reporting to prevent market abuse;
transparency obligation for shares; and
rules on the admission of financial instruments to trading.

On 20 October 2011, the European Commission adopted a legislative proposal for the revision of MiFID which took the form of a revised Directive and a new Regulation. The Directive on Markets in Financial Instruments repealing Directive 2004/39/EC and the Regulation on Markets in Financial Instruments, commonly referred to as MiFID II and MiFIR, which will ensure safe and efficient markets and greater transparency for all investment participants.

Luxembourg

Body for appointment LEI number
stock exchange
Procedure for assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
The operators in this country
Luxembourg economic operators who already have a VAT number automatically registered in LEI with the LEI number = VAT number. They will be notified of this in the bulletin and on the stock exchange website.
economic operators not of EU
Economic operators not from the EU with VAT automatically registered in LEI with the LEI number = VAT number.
Will the economic operator in this country use both the LEI number and the identification number previously assigned to it?
YES, VAT number. As explained above, the Aori number will be the country code (LU), and then 8 numbers - LU12345678
If the economic operator outside the EU be able to use as the LEI number an identification number assigned previously to him in this country?
YES, VAT number
whether economic operators are informed in individual order identificational number , which they should use as below code the LEI?
YES
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
Usually there should be no delays, the LEI number is automatically assigned when VAT is registered

Latvia

Body for appointment LEI number
Stock exchange Office of Latvia
Procedure for assigning LEI NUMBERS
Will the economic operator of this country use as the LEI number an identification number assigned to him earlier?
For legal entities created in Latvia and LEI is assigned based on the identification number for tax purposes (the structure of the LEI number is the same as the VAT number).
Legal entities established in Latvia, that number has not previously received LEI can apply for registration in any Latvian stock exchange body before or during the first operation corresponding application to the stock exchange office, or by sending a request to the LEI Helpdesk by e-mail. If the request is sent by e-mail written consent to the disclosure of personal data is presented separately.
Applications submitted need to be processed immediately.
For individuals, the LEI number is optional. For individuals who do not participate regularly so in stock exchange operations LEI or a special number for individuals is assigned based on the identification number of the individual.
Will an economic operator outside the EU be able to use the identification number as an LEI number?
Economic operators established outside the EU and have not previously received and the number LEI apply for registration in the stock exchange Latvia, where they carry out stock exchange operations (as well as at the border).
In order to apply for a number LEI merchant will need to complete and sign the corresponding application form, as well as submit a copy of the registration certificate from the commercial register of the third country.
whether all economic operators be informed individually about identificational number , which they should use as code LEI?
Information on the Latvian dealers, who will receive below code the LEI automatically publish national site and state news agencies.
seminars, where the merchant 's were informed about the changes that come into force. There is also a telephone number and e-mail address for consultation.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
Applications must be processed immediately. Applications by mail or fax, e-mail to other stock exchange should be processed within working weeks.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI code?
No additional documents required for economic operators established in Latvia (registered in the Commercial Register of the Republic of Latvia).
Economic operators, established outside the EU, applying for LEI must provide the relevant document from the commercial register of the country.
another person, it is suitable power of attorney.

Sweden

BODY for assigning LEI NUMBER
stock exchange Department
Procedures and assigning the LEI number
Description of LEI registration processes for:
The economic operators established in Sweden are already registered in the Client Management System and have automatically received the LEI number. The LEI code is SE + 10 digits, which they already have as their identification number or personal identification number (for example, SE5561231234).
Other economic operators who need an LEI number must apply. They will receive the LEI code through the customer management system.
Individuals can apply for an LEI number along with an application for permission.
Will the economic operator created in this country use the identification number assigned earlier as the LEI number?
YES. Will use the SE + corporate identification number or personal number as the LEI number.
Will LEI numbers assigned in accordance with Article 4l (4) CCIP persons am than economic operators?
Yes, for individuals who use authorization.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
application and register the code within 24 hours.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
Legal entities from countries outside the EU must submit a document from the register of enterprises. The document can not be older than six months.

Belgium

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange of Belgium
Description of LEI registration processes for:
a) Economic operators established in the country
Belgian economic operators register LEI automatically: LEI number = VAT number.
Those enterprises that are not yet registered must fill in the appropriate registration form for national enterprises and send it by postal service.
b) Economic operators established outside the EU
These economic operators will need to fill out a registration form for enterprises established outside the EU and Send Mail services.
Can an economic operator established in this country use as the LEI number an identification code assigned to it earlier?
YES. VAT number (10-digit format: BE0123456789)
Can an economic operator created outside the EU use LEI code the identification number assigned to him earlier in this country?
NO
Whether LEI number can be assigned to entities which are not economic operators?
NO
Process of Registration: how long does it take to register LEI - code from the receipt of a request from an interested trader?
Belgian economic operators: in 1 working day from receipt of the application, if all required documents have been provided.
Economic operators of third countries (non-EU): within 2 working days of receipt of the application, if all required documents have been provided.
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
It depends on country of registration of the economic operator - a document from the register of enterprises of the country or alternative documents that confirm its legal existence.

Holland

The body for appointing LEI numbers
Stock exchange administration
Procedures and assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators in this country
All Dutch economic operators that had activities related to stock exchange in the Netherlands automatically received the LEI number.
New Dutch economic operators who apply for an LEI number before commencing activities covered by stock exchange legislation are transferred to a specific office of the Dutch Stock exchange.
A symbol combination NL and fiscal operator and the LEI number. If the fiscal number is less than 9 characters, it will start with one or two zeros so that the LEI code is always NL + 9 characters long.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
Time assigned code LEI for the Dutch merchant is 1 business week.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
The Dutch carrier must provide any document, as the Dutch Stock exchange will receive the necessary information automatically.

United Kingdom

BODY for assigning the LEI code
stock exchange
Procedures for assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators in this country
All new economic operators will have to submit an application for registration of LEI on Paper
The form consists of three sections. Sections A and C must be completed by all applicants while section B should rather be filled only by applicants who have either not registered for VAT in the United Kingdom or of the European Union.
Section B also requires the applicant to provide supporting documents. Additional documents that must be provided in accordance with different types of applicants.
Applicants will need to download and save the application form and fill out the form as necessary. They should then send the completed form together with scanned supporting documents, if they have completed the section B.
The applicants will have to print the application form or obtain a form by phone Advice Service on 0845 010 9000. They must complete the form and send it by post, together with any hard copy of supporting documents, if they are filled Section B.
Will the economic operator of this country use as the LEI number an identification number assigned previously to him?
LEI will replace the current unique identification number (TURN). The number LEI is based on on the registration number VAT UK and Scotland registered economic operators. In addition, the VAT system, which generates the LEI number for economic operators in the UK and Scotland, which are not payers of the VAT, as well as operators outside the EU. Provided that the economic operator has used for the last 2 years and is a legal entity, the stock exchange of the United Kingdom automatically issues LEI code for the economic operator. In most cases, LEI will be exactly the same as TURN.
Will all economic operators be informed individually about identificational number as the number LEI?
Stock exchange advised operators who were not legal entities, they will not qualify at the code.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
The UK will register economic operators and individuals as well participating in stock exchange activities for LEI. Application is usually within one working week.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
For those who filled in section B of the application:
Persons / individuals - a copy of the passport a / visa / identity card of the applicant.
Companies - a copy of an official document containing the identity of the business / Commerce and Industry of the chambers, etc. For example, the document may be a document accounting or tax certificate on registration.

Germany

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange office in Germany
Description of LEI registration processes for:
The procedure is the same for both categories:
• Economic operators of Germany;
• Economic operators registered outside the EU;
The application must be filed using the official form number 0870 ("Basic data member" - "Recording and correction of address") should be signed and sent together with the necessary documents (note the information on the reverse side of the form) If the application is submitted by a representative, the application must be accompanied by confirmation of the authority of the representative, or the right of representation must be clearly indicated in the application.
The full contact details of the representative should be attached to the application.
Whether LEI number can be assigned to entities which are not economic operators?
YES
Process of Registration: how long it takes for assigning LEI - code from the receipt of a request from an interested trader?
The expected time for the appointment of a new LEI number is two to six weeks.
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
• Business register (economic operators)
• ID card (by others)

Lithuania

Authority for assigning LEI numbers
territorial stock exchange of Vilnius
Procedure for assigning an LEI number
Description of LEI registration processes
If the economic operator has not been registered in the Lithuanian stock exchange, it can:
• apply for registration in advance before he / she starts stock exchange activities and obtains an identification number in the CCR that will be used as an LEI code for registration in advance is mandatory if the economic operator intends for example to perform the operations listed in section 4l section 3 ( b), (c), (e) and (e) in these cases, the economic operator must have an identification number before performing such operations);
• To apply for LEI registration during his / her first stock exchange operation (this requirement applies to the operations specified in section 4l 3 (a)).
Whether the operator s of this country use as the LEI number an identification number assigned to them in the past?
The identification number assigned to CCR for Lithuanian economic operators (legal entities) will be used as LEI code and loaded into the central database.
Will an economic operator outside the EU be able to use as an LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
the LEI number will be assigned to the third country operator before the stock exchange procedures (after filing the application for registration).
If all economic operators will be informed individually about identificational number, which they should use as the LEI number?
In accordance with national regulations, notification of the assignment of a registration number to the CCJE must be submitted to the person concerned. The registration number to be used as the LEI number is indicated in the notice mentioned above.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
We do not expect serious delay in the LEI number as long as the documents required for registration are available and the data submitted in the application for registration.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI code
A certified copy of the legal registration document for Lithuanian economic operators (legal entities);
The identity document for Lithuanian natural persons;
A certified copy or original of the document from the commercial register and country for economic operators (legal entities) of third countries;
Valid passport or travel document of individuals for third countries.

Finland

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Central Stock exchange of Finland
Description of LEI registration processes for:
a) economic operators established in this country
Finnish economic operators can apply for the registration of the LEI by completing the application form that must be received at the Finnish stock exchange office.
b) economic operators established outside the EU
Economic operators of third countries may apply for the LEI registration, filling out a form application to be obtained on the Finnish Stock exchange.
Can an economic operator, established in this country, use as the LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES
Companies established in Finland use stock exchange ID (identificational code) the only difference is that the system and is now identifying this number as the LEI.
Business-ID is a code assigned by the enterprise and organizations published in the information system Business (BIS), which is jointly supported by the National Board of Patents and Registration of Finland.
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning an LEI number, for example a document from the business register?
a variety of identification numbers, which can be checked with the help of a web database. These identification numbers include VAT number, the number of national enterprises and DUNS number.

Bulgaria

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Stock exchange
Description of registration processes LEI code for:
a) Economic operators established in the country
National economic operators must complete the registration application, the form of which is posted on the website of the National Stock exchange Agency. Application must be accompanied by the documents necessary to identify the person who presents the form. The signed application must be submitted to the stock exchange office, at the place of residence of the economic entity, in writing or by submitting an electronic form signed with an electronic signature.
b) Economic operators established outside the EU
The procedure is the same as for Bulgarian economic operators. The registration of the LEI number will be made by the stock exchange after receiving from the economic operator a completed registration form, which can be found on the website. The registration form must be accompanied by registration documents, containing identification data and the actual status of the company issued no more than six-month back by the authorities responsible for registering business in the country concerned , and their certified translation into Bulgarian.
The registration form must also be completed in Bulgarian.
c) other persons not listed above
The procedure is the same as above.
Can an economic operator created in this country use as the code LEI the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES. The structure of the LEI number is as follows:
BG + X + reg. number + digit BG + X + Identification number + check digit,
where X is the type code:
A or C - for Bulgarian economic operators;
B or D - for individuals residing in Bulgaria.
Can an economic operator, established outside the EU, use the LEI code as the identification number assigned to it earlier in this country?
YES. LEI number is based on the identification number, in this person's competent authority in a third country (business page, passport number).
The structure of the LEI number is as follows:
BG + X + third country code + number of enterprises + digit BG + X + third country code + identification number + check digit, where X is the type code :
K - for non-resident economic operators;
E - for non-resident individuals
Whether LEI number can be assigned to entities which are not economic operators?
YES, if necessary
Registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI-code from the moment of receiving a request from an interested trader?
The registration process takes up to 5 days from the date of submission of the registration form.
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
The LEI registration application must be accompanied by:
A) Document from the register of companies - for legal entities;
B) Identity card - for individuals
C) If the registration application is submitted by an authorized person, a notarized power of attorney must be submitted.
Persons who are not established / not residing in the EU applying for an LEI number must provide the relevant document from the Register of Enterprises of their country (for traders) or a valid passport (for individuals). All documents required for registration, as well as power of attorney, must be accompanied by a certified translation into Bulgarian.

Italy

The body for appointing LEI numbers
Italian Stock exchange Agency
Procedure for assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators of that country
Italian operators will be registered automatically, based on the LEI number of the existing identification of the Italian stock exchange databases (fiscal code or VAT number).
Will the economic operator of this country use as the LEI number an identification number assigned to him earlier?
YES. For persons with an active VAT number , the LEI code assigned to this VAT number preceded by "IT" is assigned . For non-owners of the active VAT, the LEI code is assigned, the corresponding fiscal mu code in (for a natural person or legal entity, depending on the circumstances).
If the economic operator outside the EU to use as an LEI number and an identification number assigned previously to him in this country?
NO. LEI code is assigned and the state of IT
if all economic operators be informed individually which of the current identification numbers they should use as the LEI number?
They were informed by the Stock exchange Agency of Italy.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
the application for the assignment of the LEI identification number is accompanied by the necessary documents.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
• If an individual: a passport or other valid document proving the identity of the applicant, in the original;
• If a legal entity or an association of persons, as specified in Article 4 (1) of the Community Stock exchange Code:
• a document from the commercial register (original and issued in the last six months before by the authorities responsible for the business register or chambers of commerce (in Italy or in a third country).
• Passport or other valid identity document, in the original, the applicant. If the person filing the application is not an individual or legal representative of a legal entity or associations of persons, the following shall be submitted:
• notarial power of attorney, in the original; or
• act of delegation, in the original.

Slovakia

BODY for the NUMBER LEI
Stock exchange of the Slovak Republic
The procedure for assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators in this country
The implementation of the LEI in Slovakia will replace the existing Central Register. Business in Slovakia, which first has already been registered in the Central Register receive a package of information about the use of LEI numbers throughout the EU, a certificate confirming the LEI number, assigned by the first by the registration form. The registration form must be sent back with the relevant information required.
Business in Slovakia have not signed the first in the Central Register be able to apply for LEI, filling out the application form. The number will be registered within 24 hours.
Economic operators not from the EU
A business outside the EU will have the opportunity to apply for LEI by completing the application form in advance or during their first operation. The code will be registered within 24 hours.
Will the economic operator of this country use as the LEI number an identification number assigned previously to him?
Identification number from the Central Register / VAT numbers.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process to assign an LEI number?
Business must complete only the Registration forms. No other documents are required.

Cyprus

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange of Cyprus
Description of LEI registration processes for:
a) economic operators established in this country
Economic operators must submit to the Department of Stock exchange a written application for registration of LEI. The application must be signed in the presence of a stock exchange officer, or the signature must be duly certified. After registration, the LEI certificate is sent to the applicant by mail.
b) economic operators established outside the EU, and c) other persons not listed above
The procedure is the same as above.
Can an economic operator, established in this country, use as the LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
Stock exchange Register for Cyprus companies as the LEI number identification number.
Can an economic operator established outside the EU use LEI as the identification number assigned to it earlier?
NO
Whether the LEI number can be assigned to persons non-operators?
YES
Process of Registration: what is a term for assignment of code LEI after receiving a request from an interested trader?
When properly filling the first application - from 2 to 24 hours.
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning an LEI number, for example a document from the business register?
For legal entities the following documentation should be provided:
Certificate of registration of a legal entity,
Certificate of appointment of directors,
Certificate of VAT registration (if available),
Permission to a representative or power of attorney (if necessary).
For individuals, it is necessary to provide the following documents and evidence:
Identification card or passport,
Certificate of VAT registration (if available),
power of attorney (if necessary)

Austria

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange in Austria
Can an economic operator created in this country use as the number LEI the identification number assigned to it earlier?
NO
Whether LEI number can be assigned to entities which are not economic operators?
YES, if they are applied on a voluntary basis.
Process of Registration: how long does it take to register LEI - code from the receipt of a request from an interested trader?
About 10 days.
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
Completed and signed application form for registration of LEI, which is provided on the website.
Since the Austrian Stock exchange has electronic access to the register of national companies, for legal entities in Austria without requiring to supply any additional documents.
For individuals the application is proof of legal residence.

Malta

authority of destination number LEI
Stock exchange Administration
assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
Economy operators this country
All economic operators must be registered VAT and stock exchange control using the registration number for LEI.
All the economic operators who have already had to deal with stock exchange and whose VAT registration and registration in the register of stock exchange transactions are valid and have been automatically registered in the system LEI. New economic operators must first register with the VAT Department. The economic operator then applies to the stock exchange for registration in the LEI system by presenting the VAT registration certificate and the completed LEI questionnaire. LEI registration will be ready within one working day, if all is correct.
economic operators outside the EU
summary declaration may be either owners or their representatives. Since no business operation can not be without registration of VAT, operator must declare that the requirement is only for submission of summary declarations, using the forms of the application LEI. The operator must also submit an identity document for stock exchange in the form of certification from the national authorities. In order to submit any other type of declaration for LEI registration, it is necessary to:
1. The operator registers in the VAT.
2. The operator refers to the stock exchange for registration in the LEI and shows that he is registered in Malta by registration with the Malta Financial Services Authority.
3. Registration will be ready in one business day, if everything is correct.
other persons than those listed above.
A. Individuals and non-commercial operations.
One common assigned number is used for this purpose; an LEI application is not required. Non-profit organizations (embassies, charities, government departments / ministries, social clubs, NGOs, etc.): They will be individually registered with the LEI directly at the stock exchange. The LEI number will be very similar to the VAT number issued for commercial operators.
Will the economic operator use the identification number assigned to him earlier as the LEI code?
Yes: The corresponding number or VAT with MT prefix.

France

Description of LEI registration processes in France:
Economic operators from France
These operators received the LEI number automatically. They do not need to make any request.
If they are in the SIRENE registry, their LEI number will be: FR + SIRENE. If they have a Siret, their LEI password will have this form:
FR + number.
Economic operators are not from France
These operators received the LEI number automatically. They do not need to make any request. If they are in the SIRENE register, their number LEI will have the form: FR + SIRENE. If they have Siret, their code LEI will have this form: FR + Siret number.
Other merchants are not from France.
These operators must submit a request for registration of LEI on stock exchange. Their code LEI will have the form: FR + ISO country code of user.
Will the economic operator of this country use as the LEI number an identification number assigned to him earlier?
NO. Code LEI will specify an identification number.
New registration process: what is the expected delay in assigning an LEI number?
In fact, in a few days.
Documents for LEI code registration
an extract of registration, identity card, etc.

Poland

The body for appointing LEI numbers
stock exchange
Assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators in this country
LEI number is assigned only to those entrepreneurs who apply for registration is to it. With temporary numbers assigned, for example, without submitting the completed and signed application form for registration / update data LEI number, containing all the necessary data. Applications must be on paper (original application been processed). Supporting documents confirming identity of entrepreneur (originals or certified copies) should be submitted together with the application.
The same application form can be used for other purposes than registration, that is: updating, fixing, adding data, or removing invalid code LEI. Applications may be submitted to the entrepreneur or his representative. The entrepreneur who submits an application will have to confirm his / her identity by showing a passport, an extract from the registry or license.
Number LEI will not be assigned to the entrepreneur if the verification process proves that the submitted data is incorrect or the duplicates are in the national database. The entrepreneur is obliged to correct and keep his data up to date.
Poland without assigning special e numbers. All assigned numbers are permanent. In addition to the usual "approved" code LEI, you can get the LEI number with the status "will be completed". In such situations, only the data required for the LEI number are mandatory, for example, the name, address, and NIP number for the Polish entrepreneur although these data must be confirmed by the relevant documents. If the data at the time of application of the LEI form is incomplete, the entrepreneur is requested to provide the missing data within 30 days from the date of filing. If the data is not provided LEI number will be canceled.
economic operators beyond EU
The list of stock exchange authorities (with addresses), where LEI is assigned should be sent to regional stock exchange offices respectively
Applications must be on paper. Some supporting documents confirming the identity (originals or certified copies) should be submitted together with the application.
The LEI code will not be assigned if the verification process proves that the submitted data is incorrect or if duplicates of the LEI number are found in the national database.
Whether the economic operator is used as the LEI number an identification number assigned to him earlier?
For national operators: the letters PL + NIP (national identification number Taxpayer 10 digits) + 5 digits (zeros or number suffix of the National Official Business Register).
whether the economic operator outside the EU be able to use as the LEI number an identification number assigned to him earlier?
For a third country: the letters PL + unique serial number that is generated by the LEI.
if all economic operators be informed individually which of the current identification numbers they should be using as numbers LEI?
The economic operator is notified of the assigned LEI number by e-mail, web site or verbally in the stock exchange. When the Polish LEI system is updated, the continuation of registration by including individuals. This scenario is envisaged in the Polish stock exchange legislation.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign the code LEI from the moment the request is received from the merchant?
The time it takes to assign an LEI number after receiving the request is as short as possible. It depends on the organization of tasks in the stock exchange checkpoints, where registration is carried out and the time required for each case, to enter all the required data from the application to the stock exchange system. This takes approximately 15 days.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
In order for the registration to be complete, in the process of registration, the economic operator must submit documents confirming the data indicated in the registration form, ie name, registered address, registration date, legal form of business, NACE business code, VAT number, AEO number (if available ) and those that confirm the identity of the person who filed the form. The above can be certified by a copy of the document from the business register, the certificate (if any) and the identity document of the applicant. Documents must be originals (if presented in person) or certified copies (if sent by mail along with the application).

Greece

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange of Greece
Description of LEI registration processes for:
a) economic operators established in this country
Economic operators must complete the application form in writing and provide it to any of the computerized stock exchange offices in Greece. Application is necessary to attach documents identifying this legal entity or individual. The stock exchange officer checks the reliability of the information received and, in the case of compliance, assigns the operator an LEI number.
It is important to note that all registered Greek operators have already been assigned an LEI number. However, the application procedure is necessary in order to express its consent in writing to publish the information and in case of updating the data.
b) Economic operators established outside the EU, and c) other persons not listed above
The procedure is the same as above.
Temporary LEI codes can not be assigned to Greek economic operators.
Can an economic operator, established in this country, use as the LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES. The identification number assigned to Greek operators as the LEI number is the VAT number.
Can an economic operator outside the EU be used as a LEI identification number assigned to him earlier?
NO
Whether LEI number can be assigned to entities which are not economic operators?
NO
Process of Registration: how much time does it take for assignment of LEI code from the moment of receiving a request from an interested trader?
The LEI number is registered within 1 business day.
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning an LEI number, for example a document from the business register?
a) Documents required for the economic operator of Greece (legal entity)
• Protocols of the Board of Directors, which specify who represents the company
• Founding documents
• A legal statement stating that the company had not previously applied for an LEI number.
• The application, according to which the applicant is obliged to inform the competent stock exchange about any changes concerning the data of the enterprise.
• VAT number
• Recent status changes by the competent tax authority.
b) Documents for the Greek economic operator (natural person)
• Certified copy of identity card
• VAT number
c) Confirmation documents for the third country economic operator (legal entity)
• A document from the trade register (original or certified copy of the official document containing the identification data of the enterprise issued by the authorities responsible for business registration or chambers of commerce in the EU or a third country in the last six months).
• A legal statement stating that the company had not previously applied for an LEI number.
• The application, according to which, the Applicant undertakes to inform the competent stock exchange of any changes concerning the data of the enterprise.
d) Confirmation documents for the third country economic operator (natural person)
• Valid passport or certificate
• A legal statement stating that earlier this person did not apply for an LEI number.
• The application, according to which, the Applicant undertakes to inform the competent stock exchange of any changes concerning its data.

Czech Republic

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange in the Czech Republic
Description of LEI registration processes for:
a) economic operators established in this country
The economic operator should apply for registration of the LEI by filling out an application with the necessary documents. The economic operator submits documents for the registration of LEI to any stock exchange office.
b ) economic operators established outside the EU
The procedure is the same as above.
Process of Registration: how much time does it take for assignment of code LEI after receiving a request from an interested trader?
From a few minutes to several days. It all depends on the technical conditions.
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning an LEI number, for example a document from the business register?
The application and document containing identification data of economic operators.

Spain

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange in Spain
Description of LEI registration processes for:
a) economic operators established in this country
All registered economic operators in Spain have a tax identification number, therefore for them LEI is registered automatically, except for branches or foreign legal entities or individuals.
Those operators who need to obtain the LEI number.
b) economic operators established outside the EU
These operators do not have a Spain tax identification number, so they can not use the electronic system, since LEI requires an electronic signature associated with the taxpayer identification number. But they can apply to any stock exchange by providing the information / documentation listed below.
c) other persons not listed above
F Physically entities established in Spain can get the number the LEI, using procedures described above.
Can an economic operator, established in this country, use as the LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES
The taxpayer identification number will be used as the LEI number.
Can an economic operator established outside the EU use LEI as the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES
If earlier in Spain he was assigned a taxpayer identification number, this number will be used as the LEI number.
Whether the LEI number can be assigned to persons non-operators?
YES, if necessary
Process of Registration: how much time does it take for assignment of code LEI after receiving a request from an interested trader?
If the taxpayer identification number was previously received, the LEI registration number is issued in less than a week (5 working days). If not - time required to obtain a tax identification number (about 10 business days).
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning an LEI number, for example a document from the business register?
a document from the commercial register (for legal entities). Such documents must be translated into Spanish with an apostille.

Slovenia

ORGAN for appointment LEI NUMBER
Stock exchange of Slovenia
Procedures and assigning LEI
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators in this country
LEI for economic operators (an10): SI + Tax (n 8),
LEI for individuals (AN11): SI + Tax (n 8) + (a1).
The same situation will be applied, as now (no changes for operators or citizens). There is no need to apply them to the LEI number.
All operators are registered in the Tax Registry and have a unique tax number. The second possibility for operators to be the so-called Single self activation through the web - application or stock exchange. This web application will also be used to provide consent for the disclosure of personal information on the Internet and for contact information.
Economic operators outside the EU
Information required for registration:
• name
• Address
• date of creation
• Identification number for stock exchange purposes of the competent authorities in a third country
• Contact information (name, contact name, address, phone / fax / e- mail address , for which the information will be sent on assignment of the number of LEI)
• VAT identification number designated by the Member State (s) of the European Union
• Consent to the disclosure of personal data.
When registration is required Applications with:
• a statement that the publications have the LEI code is not compulsory and that refusal of publication on the Internet does not affect the processing of his / her application;
• A statement that the economic operator no hearth n and the application and for the LEI number;
• A statement that information about any change in the data will be sent with the relevant documents to the authority responsible for registering and assigning the LEI number as soon as possible.
Documents required for registration:
• Power of Attorney - Mandatory and only when the application is not signed by the responsible person of the legal entity and individuals;
• original official document (name, address, and date of creation) of the last three months the authorities responsible for the business register or chambers of commerce;
• official translation of these documents in English - if required by the authority responsible for registering and assigning the LEI id.
Required data and declarations must be signed "Application for the assignment of the LEI identification number". The application and necessary documents must be sent to the authority responsible for registering the economic operator and assigning the LEI number.
Information about the assigned code LEI will be sent to the Economic operator not from the EU via e-mail or fax.
If the operator has not been registered, when he submits the declaration, a temporary special number (SIA33333333) for the relevant declaration. If the LEI number is mandatory, Limited expiration date, if it is assumed that the operator has at least the documents showing the name and address. At the same time, instructions on permanent registration will be provided.
The structure of LEI for operators outside the EU is:
legal entities: SI + country code + stock exchange registration code (AN6) + code AN7
other persons:
Individuals with permanent residence in a third country will not be registered - SPECIAL No (SIA11111111).
The tax number is used as a unique identifier for the operators.
if all economic operators be informed individually, a current identification number they should use as the LEI number?
The use of tax identification number as a unique identifier for individuals in Slovenia listed on the National legal provisions for SAD.
Information is also available on the national website.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign the LEI code from the time the request is received from the merchant?
For individuals, the registration process is automatic. For others, it will depend on the quality of the application and the data if all the necessary documents and data are presented. It is expected that the registration process will be completed within a day or within a few days (depending on the number of requests).
Documents for LEI code registration
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the number LEI?
Processes registration is not automatic (no need for the documents).
Individuals who have a permanent residence outside the EU will not be registered. use special SIA11111111. True and full documents (see paragraph 2.1) should be directed to the authority responsible for the registration Econonomic operator and setting code the LEI.

Denmark

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange in Denmark
Description of LEI registration processes in Denmark:
As a result of registration of LEI, there are no changes in the registration process. Registered enterprises are automatically assigned an LEI number if they are registered in Denmark for import and / or export.
For companies it was decided to use the company's CVR / SE-No as an LEI identification number. This is simply done by prefixing CVR / SE-No with the Danish country code (DK) - for example: DK11223344.
Only economic operators will have to take steps to obtain the Danish LEI code.
Can an economic operator, established in this country, use as the LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
In Denmark, it was decided to use the company's CVR-No as an identification LEI code. In some cases, when the company has not a CVR-No but SE-No, the latter will be used as the LEI identification number with the Danish country code prefix (DK)
Regarding the LEI-No registration process, there will not be any new Registration Certificates. If companies are asked to communicate their Danish LEI-No, this is done simply, the CVR / SE-No prefix with the Danish country code (DK) - for example: DK11223344.
Whether the LEI number can be assigned to persons non-operators?
YES
A unified LEI number has been created for use by persons other than economic operators. This number can be used by individuals and other persons who are not economic operators.
Process of Registration: how much time does it take for assignment of code LEI after receiving a request from an interested trader? We do not expect significant delays in the assignment of the LEI number.
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning an LEI number, for example a document from the business register?
Most companies are not required to take special actions to obtain LEI. We do not require additional documents to register LEI from companies registered in Denmark.

Estonia

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange in Estonia
Description of LEI registration processes for:
a) economic operators established in this country
There is no automatic LEI number. Economic operator must submit an application for the registration number and LEI, in which to grant or refuse to publish its data on the website. The application can be submitted only by fax. Before applying, the economic operator must have access to the work of the electronic tax / electronic stock exchange system of Estonia. The working language of the electronic tax / e-stock exchange system in Estonia - Estonian.
b ) economic operators established outside the EU
The procedure is the same as above.
Can an economic operator, established in this country, use as the LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES
The structure of the LEI number will be as follows:
EE + number from the register of enterprises or
EE + personal identification code.
Can an economic operator established outside the EU use LEI as the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES
The structure of the LEI number will be as follows:
EE + number from the register of non - resident enterprises
Whether the LEI number can be assigned to persons non-operators?
YES, if necessary
Process of Registration: how much time does it take for assignment of code LEI after receiving a request from an interested trader?
about 24 hours. It all depends on the technical conditions.
Which documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning an LEI number, for example a document from the business register?
Economic operators who have used stock exchange systems have no need to file additional documentation. In turn, for registration in the electronic system, operators must submit the relevant document from the register of enterprises and the personal ID number of the person applying for access to the system.

Hungary

Authorized body of the country (on registration of LEI)
Any stock exchange of Hungary
Description of LEI code registration processes for:
a) economic operators established in this country
The economic operator can apply for registration in advance and also contact the Hungarian stock exchange authorities to make changes to the information. The form can be downloaded from the website of the Hungarian Stock exchange Administration. The relevant explanatory notes and a list of documents that must be attached are also available there.
b) Economic operators established outside the EU
The procedure is the same as above.
Can an economic operator, established in this country, use as the LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
YES. The so-called VPID number
Can an economic operator created outside the EU use as an LEI code the identification number assigned to him earlier in this country?
YES The so-called VPID number
Whether LEI number can be assigned to entities which are not economic operators?
YES, if necessary
Registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI-code from the moment of receiving a request from an interested trader?
The process of registration at stock exchange takes about an hour after the registration form was filed, pre-registration takes longer.
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator during the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
Originals or certified copies of the following documents are required:
I. Economic operators registered in Hungary:
Extract from the company register / court registry, signature certificate, bank agreement containing bank data, MVH registration of the customer number (if available)
Document containing the GLN number (if available)
Self-employed: Certificate of the entrepreneur, the bank contract containing banking identity data (identity card, passport, driving license issued after 1 January 2001).
II. Physical persons registered in Hungary:
The tax certificate and one of the following documents: the identity of the person / passport / in the auditing rights.
III. Economic operators registered outside the European Community: Document certifying the name, legal status and address of the company (TIR Carnet is acceptable)
IV. Physical persons registered outside the European Community: Passport.

Ireland

The body for appointing LEI numbers
Stock exchange administration of Ireland
Procedure for assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators from Ireland
For new economic operators stock exchange intend to register LEI from obtaining, confirming their respective legal requirements. There will be no need for an application in writing.
economic operators not from the EU
economic operators already have a national identification numbers, which are converted in the LEI number.
Will the economic operator of this country use as the number the LEI identification number assigned to him earlier?
YES . STOCK EXCHANGE use VAT number as the LEI number in most cases. However, there may be several exceptions (<1%), when some economic operators do not have VAT registration. In these cases, their VAT number will be assigned as the LEI number. At this stage Stock exchange have already reported and if almost all of operators, which determined their LEI and Registration new traders.
Will the economic operator outside the EU be able to use as an LEI number the identification number assigned to it earlier?
the economic operators of the EU will use their VAT number.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
Stock exchange without any delay in the registration of new traders. Our analysis shows that the vast majority of traders registering the number for stock exchange will already have a VAT number. They will be registered at the national level for the LEI number. A report on the registration of the LEI will be transmitted to the EU database within 24 hours.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
The process of registration of LEI is a continuation of the control and so no new documents will be required.

Romania

BODY for assigning LEI NUMBERs
National Stock exchange
Procedures and assigning LEI
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators in this country
In order to assign an LEI number, economic operators must complete the questionnaire using the LEI-RO application on the website of the National Stock exchange.
The application is registered in LEI-RO signature and seal of the applicant at regional management and stock exchange operations to the applicant on the place of residence.
Economic operators that have their head office in Romania must apply with copies of the following documents:
a certificate of registration issued by the National Office of the Trade Register;
Certificate register as VAT issued by Ministry of Public's finance;
documents confirming the head office or place of residence, if necessary, if the latter does not correspond to what is indicated in the submitted certificate.
Number LEI has the following structure: ROXX, where XX is an alphanumeric Digital series of up to 15 characters, consisting of a single identification code or fiscal registration code.
Economic operators are not from the EU
In order to assign an LEI number, economic operators must complete the questionnaire using the LEI-RO in the regional stock exchange office at the site where the activity is to be carried out.
The application for the LEI number is accompanied by the following documents:
a copy of the registration document, issued by the competent authority in the third countries;
a copy of the certificate of registration as a VAT payer issued by the competent authority in a third country, as the case may be;
documents confirming the head office or residence, if necessary, if it does not comply with the data specified in the registration document in paragraph (a) issued by the competent authorities in a third country, the original or a legalized copy shall be issued no more than six months before.
Number LEI has the following structure: the ROX the X, where XX is an alphanumeric series up to 15 characters, consisting of the ISO alpha code of the country residence of the person, for the preparation of I LEI number, then the identification code or registration code for VAT purposes.
other persons:
LEI number also can be assigned in addition to economic operators provided that they comply with Article 4l (4) (b) and (c) and Article 4l (5) (a) of Commission Regulation (EEC) № 2454/93. The procedure is the same as for economic operators.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
About 2 days.

Portugal

Body for LEI number
stock exchange
Procedure for assigning LEI NUMBERS
Description of LEI registration processes for:
economic operators in this country
LEI number for economic operators in Portugal will - PT plus Ident number of the taxpayer (the NIF) assigned by the tax authorities. Thus, the registration process will be fully automated.
it will not be necessary for traders already known to stock exchange. Code LEI will be assigned automatically. However, Portuguese economic operators may add additional data, such as consent to publication, using a special page on the official LEI website (using electronic signatures). All new information is entered into the databases of these LEI codes and will be exported to the central database.
Despite the fact that new economic operators (based in Portugal or having a permanent establishment in Portugal), always can automatically log on to the web. However, the LEI number will be in the central system only the next day. This procedure is particularly important for operator in Portugal first application in a State other than Portugal.
Economic operators outside the EU
Economic operators not from the Community may apply for registration using a special page on the official website for electronic declarations or using a form which can be downloaded and filled in manually and represented it by mail to the authority responsible for assigning the LEI number. In both cases, it will be necessary to submit legal documents proving the identity and legal status to confirm the data before it is assigned to the LEI number.
For operator out of the Community, the LEI number is PT plus the ISO country code of the corresponding operator with subsequent and consecutive seven characters, the last nn of which is a check digit. This registration process will take at least 24 hours after the accompanying documents have been sent.
Will the economic operator of the country use as the LEI number an identification number assigned to him earlier?
As explained above, the LEI number will be the country code (PT), followed by nine digits of the tax identification number (NIF) - PT 123456789
if all economic operators be informed individually which of the current identification numbers they should use as code LEI?
YES, but only for economic operators not from the Community.
For business entities established in Portugal, as LEI number is that they have been using stock exchange transactions via the web site and the official 's message for the new password LEI.
New registration process: how long will it take to assign an LEI number from the time the request is received from the merchant?
There is no waiting period for the LEI code if the economic operator is already registered with the tax administration. The LEI registry of numbers is created by automatically extracting the necessary data from tax systems. Registration of LEI is exported to the central system on the same day. In accordance with the laws of Portugal, if the business is not registered with the tax administration or there is no business registration, it is not an authorized economic operator.
For outside the EU, the time can be varied and depend on the number of days taken to obtain application together with confirming documents submitted by mail and required to check their validity and legality. It can be from six to ten working days.
Documents for LEI code registration
What documents should be submitted by the economic operator in the registration process for assigning the LEI number?
Passport or national identity document for individuals.
Documents from the enterprise register and taxation of the country of origin for legal entities.