Summary
The Entity Legal Forms (ELF) code, published by the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF), is a unique alpha-numeric code assigned to more than 3,400 legal entity forms across over 185 jurisdictions. The ELF code enhances the standardized set of reference data on a legal entity, providing richer data for an improved user experience and greater insight into the global marketplace. The ELF Code List is updated periodically by GLEIF. Find more information here.
How to assign a legal identifier
- Open a company profile by clicking on the “Detail View”.
- In the “Details” section, you will find the “Legal form” field.
- Search for the relevant code by typing the name or the ELF code.
- Pro Tip: Enhance your search by specifying your country or state—for instance, 'Germany' or 'Texas'—to find all pertinent results related to the ELF Code.
ORCA can track changes over time, allowing you to maintain historical data even if the legal form changes.
