What is an LEI?

As of 1 July 2026, Fina has been accredited as the Local Operating Unit (LOU) for the Republic of Croatia by the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF).

The LEI (Legal Entity Identifier) is a unique global identifier assigned to legal entities engaged in financial transactions. It is a key element of transparency and integrity within the international financial system. LEI codes are used in regulatory reporting and are mandatory for a wide range of financial market participants, including banks, investment and pension funds, investment firms, and other legal entities involved in regulated financial transactions.

An LEI record displays the entity's legal name, the register in which it is incorporated, its registration number, legal jurisdiction, legal form, entity status, and contact details such as the registered address and principal place of business. This information is classified as Level 1 data and helps identify who is who.

An LEI record also contains information on the entity's ownership structure. This is classified as Level 2 data and helps determine who owns whom and what the entity owns.

By taking on the role of LEI issuer, Fina contributes to the security and efficiency of financial activities carried out at both local and global level.