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UK LEI Registration: How to Get a Legal Entity Identifier

Who needs an LEI number in the United Kingdom?

Last updated May 4th, 2026 Quick answer To get an LEI number in the UK: apply through a GLEIF-accredited LEI issuer such as RapidLEI, provide your entity’s registered details (verified automatically against Companies House), and receive your 20-character LEI code typically within minutes. An LEI costs from around £70 per year, but can be lower […]