Authorities from around the world

http://www.leiroc.org/list/leiroc_gls/index.htm

On June 8, 2012, the Financial Stability Board set out global LEI system High Level Principles and 35 recommendations for the development of a unique identification system for parties to financial transactions.

See also - LEI

A Globl Legal Entity Identifier for Financial Markets (FSB)

Businesses offering check cashing, money orders, travelers checks, money transfers, currency dealing or exchange, and pre-paid access products.