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✅ Mandatory for cross-border payments, derivatives & high-value transactions
✅ Issued under RBI, SEBI & GLEIF guidelines
✅ Unique 20-digit global identity for your entity
✅ End-to-end registration & renewal support
✅ Expert compliance guidance
The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) is a 20-character alphanumeric code developed after the 2008 global financial crisis to increase transparency and reduce systemic risk in financial markets. It is governed internationally by the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF).
In India, LEI requirements are mandated by multiple regulators:
RBI – For entities making high-value payments (₹50 crore+), corporate borrowers (₹5 crore+), and OTC derivative participants
SEBI – For AIFs, mutual funds, FPIs, debt issuers & market participants
IRDAI / PFRDA – For insurance & pension-related transactions
DGFT / ICEGATE – For exporters & importers to strengthen KYC and trade visibility
LEI ensures that every participant in financial transactions—global or domestic—can be uniquely and accurately identified.
✅ Regulatory Compliance
Mandatory under RBI & SEBI guidelines for financial market participation.
✅ Global Identity
Recognized worldwide under ISO 17442, enabling seamless cross-border transactions.
✅ Faster Transaction Processing
Enhances transparency and traceability in NEFT, RTGS, OTC & derivatives.
✅ Better Trade & Customs Visibility
Helps accelerate custom clearances under ICEGATE & DGFT systems.
✅ Risk Management
Reduces fraud, identity mismatches, and money laundering risks.
✅ Improved Credibility
Boosts trust with foreign banks, investors & regulatory bodies.
Entities requiring LEI include:
Corporates dealing in FX, OTC derivatives or interest rate swaps
Listed companies & SEBI-regulated entities
Importers & exporters using ICEGATE
High-value transaction entities (₹50 crore+ NEFT/RTGS)
Non-individual borrowers with exposure of ₹5 crores+
Entities issuing debt instruments, mutual funds, commercial papers
Entities not required to obtain LEI:
Individuals
Government ministries & departments
Transactions solely between individuals
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PAN of Entity
Certificate of Incorporation / Business Registration
MOA & AOA / LLP Agreement / Partnership Deed
Authorized Signatory Letter or Board Resolution
GST Certificate (optional)
Financial Statements / Ownership Structure
Parent Entity Declaration (if applicable)
ID Proof of Authorized Signatory (Aadhaar / PAN)
All documents must match MCA & PAN databases to avoid delays.
| Step | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Choose LOU | LEI in India issued by LEIL (Legal Entity Identifier India Ltd.) under RBI |
| Step 2 | Create Account | Register on ccilindia-lei.co.in |
| Step 3 | Fill Application | Enter business details & upload documents in PDF |
| Step 4 | Pay Fees | Fees differ based on entity category |
| Step 5 | Verification | LEIL verifies details with MCA21, PAN & GLEIF records |
| Step 6 | LEI Issuance | Receive a unique 20-digit LEI updated in the global LEI Index |
✅ GMH & Associates handles end-to-end filing and coordination with government portals — ensuring quick and accurate registration.
Validity: 1 year from issuance
Renewal: Annual renewal mandatory
Lapsed Status:
Transactions may be rejected
Borrowing & derivatives participation may be blocked
Regulatory penalties in non-compliant sectors
GMH & Associates provides timely reminders and renewal support to ensure uninterrupted compliance.
| Identifier | Purpose | Jurisdiction | Mandatory For |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAN | Taxation | India | All taxpayers |
| CIN | Company Identification | India (MCA) | Registered companies |
| GSTIN | Indirect Tax Registration | India | Taxable entities |
| LEI | Global Financial Identity | Worldwide | Financial market & high-value participants |
❌ Low awareness among small & medium businesses
❌ PAN–MCA mismatches causing verification failure
❌ Incomplete parent/subsidiary disclosure
❌ Technical or payment errors while filing
❌ Missing annual renewal → LEI becomes Lapsed
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⭐ Personalised Guidance
Tailored assistance for corporates, LLPs, partnerships, NBFCs & exporters.
⭐ Regulatory Expertise
Strong understanding of RBI, SEBI, GLEIF & DGFT requirements.
⭐ Hassle-Free Processing
We handle end-to-end documentation, verification & filing.
⭐ Transparent Pricing
Clear, upfront fees — no hidden charges.
⭐ Annual Renewal Support
Timely renewal reminders & complete compliance assistance.
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Not always. But LEI is mandatory for:
High-value NEFT/RTGS payments (₹50 crore+)
ICEGATE export-import operations
Borrowers with ₹5 crore+ exposure
Those identifiers are domestic. LEI is a global ID recognized in international financial systems.
It becomes Lapsed, which can lead to transaction failures and compliance issues.
Usually 2–5 working days, depending on document accuracy.
No. One legal entity = one LEI.
However, group companies require separate LEIs.
Yes. LEI is recognized worldwide under the GLEIF system.