Appendix A: Glossary of Terms

    This appendix defines key terms used throughout these Terms and Conditions:

    • LEI (Legal Entity Identifier):
      A 20-character, alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies a Legal Entity in global financial systems, in accordance with ISO 17442.

    • LE-RD (Legal Entity Reference Data):
      The core information related to an entity such as legal name, address, incorporation details, and relationship information.

    • GLEIF:
      Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation, a not-for-profit organization overseeing the Global LEI System.

    • LOU (Local Operating Unit):
      An accredited entity authorized by GLEIF to issue and manage LEIs.

    • Authorized Representative:
      Any person authorized to act on behalf of a Legal Entity, including Directors, Employees, or PoA holders.

    • Client Agent:
      A third party (e.g., consultant or intermediary) assisting multiple Legal Entities in managing LEI requests.

    • Corporate Representative:
      A full-time employee or officer designated to manage LEIs on behalf of multiple companies within a corporate group, supported by authorization letters.

    • Power of Attorney (PoA):
      A legal document that grants one individual or entity the authority to act on behalf of another.

    • Lapsed:
      An LEI status where the Legal Entity has not completed re-validation by its renewal date.

    • Retired:
      An LEI that is no longer valid due to the Legal Entity’s merger, dissolution, or transformation.

    • Annulled:
      An LEI cancelled due to a significant error, including duplicate issuance or fraudulent application.

    • Reinstatement:
      The process of restoring an LEI to active status after suspension or lapse.

    • Subscription Renewal:
      An automated renewal process enabled via payment gateway auto-debit.

    • Multi-Year Contract:
      A pre-paid arrangement allowing LEI validity over multiple years, subject to annual validation.