Cross-border digital identity: How the vLEI and UNCITRAL law are revolutionising global business

16 Juli 2025

The future of digital business relationships is here—and it’s called the LEI. In a world where trust, speed, and legal certainty are key to success, the verifiable Legal Entity Identifier (vLEI) and the new UNCITRAL Model Law (MLIT) are enabling a significant leap forward. Anyone who trades internationally or wants to process financial transactions digitally cannot avoid LEI registration.

What is the vLEI, and why is it essential for your company?

The vLEI (Verifiable Legal Entity Identifier) is the digital evolution of the familiar LEI number—a verifiable, forgery-proof digital identity for legal entities. It enables automated checks, simplifies compliance processes and strengthens the trust of your international business partners.

With a valid LEI, digital signatures, electronic invoices, contracts or financial transactions can be recognised globally and legally valid.

UNCITRAL MLIT: The law that secures digital identities internationally

The Model Law on Identity Management and Trust Services (MLIT) of the UN Commission UNCITRAL creates the first standardised legal framework for digital identity and trust services. It paves the way for the vLEI as a legally binding identifier in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Conclusion: A valid LEI number will not only be helpful in the future, but also indispensable in many international contexts.

Why act now? Advantages of fast LEI registration:

– International recognition:

your LEI number is recognised worldwide by financial institutions, supervisory authorities and business partners.

– Digital transformation:

The LEI is a key building block for paperless, legally compliant and automated processes.

– Fast access to markets:

With an active LEI registration, you accelerate onboarding, compliance checks and business transactions.

An investment in the digital future and global trust

Companies that register their LEI today not only secure regulatory advantages but also a clear competitive edge in the digital age. The combination of vLEI and UNCITRAL MLIT is a global game-changer, and your LEI number is the key.

Apply for LEI now – digital, fast and globally recognised.

Register your LEI here – in just a few minutes