About ISIN at USE

The Uganda Securities Exchange is a member of the Association of National Numbering Agencies (ANNA) and is recognized by the latter as the National Numbering Agency for Uganda.

Since 2010, the USE is responsible for codifying financial instruments issued by issuers that are registered in Uganda and financial instruments where the lead manager's registered office is in Uganda in accordance with the ISO-6166 Standard.

The securities for which the USE allocates ISIN codes include those issued by global business companies registered in Uganda.

Additional Codes Allocated by USE

The USE also allocates CFI Codes (Classification of financial instruments) and FISN (Financial Instrument Short Name) to securities in accordance with ISO-10962 and ISO-18774 respectively.

The ISIN codes allocated to listed companies are shown on the contract notes, transaction reports as well as other reports provided by USE.

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How to Apply for an ISIN

1

File Application

Applicants and/or representatives must file an application with Uganda Securities Exchange for an ISIN.

2

Provide Required Data

The minimum set of data necessary for an ISIN allocation may depend on the requirements specified by the ISO 6166 Standard, ANNA Guidelines, the type of financial instrument involved and any other data prescribed by the USE, including, but not limited to, any supporting documentation.

3

Receive ISIN Code

In accordance with ANNA guidelines, the USE will allocate ISINs in a timely manner, usually within 24 hours following the request or the next business day, provided the correct documentation is provided with the request.

Fast Turnaround

ISIN allocation typically completed within 24 hours or the next business day when all correct documentation is provided.

ISO Compliance

All codes allocated in accordance with ISO-6166, ISO-10962, and ISO-18774 international standards.

ANNA Recognition

Officially recognized by the Association of National Numbering Agencies as Uganda's National Numbering Agency.

Download ISIN Codes

Access the complete list of ISIN, CFI and FISN codes for securities listed on the Uganda Securities Exchange.

Download List of ISIN, CFI and FISN Codes