SEDOL

SEDOL codes or numbers are 6 digit codes that are primarily utilized in the United Kingdom (UK). However many companies that are not domiciled in the United Kingdom apply for SEDOLs as well. Companies and issuers apply for SEDOL codes for similar reasons that they do for ISIN numbers, which is simply to identify securities. SEDOL numbers identify securities such as stocks and bonds, and covers many of the debt and equity securities in the United Kingdom that one would issue.

SEDOL Codes

Applying for SEDOL numbers may require a prospectus, term sheet, offering memorandum or other documents. To Register a SEDOL code an issuer will need to submit a document that outlines the securities that which the SEDOL will be assigned to.

Companies and funds often register SEDOLs for their stocks, bonds, funds, hedge funds, mutual funds and other securities, whether for a private offering or going public with an IPO (initial public offering).