Finance Isle of Man

Always a Step Above

We Are The Natural Choice

The Isle of Man is a truly unique living and working environment where the global finance community can thrive and prosper. International advisors and investors can feel confident they are doing business in a forward-thinking and well-regulated international finance centre. The Isle of Man has a pro-business government that strives to create an environment for businesses to flourish and has strong partnerships with the private sector which draws upon the Island’s expertise, creativity and connections. Strong links, physical infrastructure and technical facilities enable businesses to operate, develop and deliver to their customers worldwide.

Resilient

The Isle of Man has more than 50 years’ experience as a finance centre, developing a strong and diverse sector that spans banking, investment, insurance, pensions and fiduciary.

Robust

Politically stable and internationally respected for its progressive regulation and strong governance, the Isle of Man is a safe and secure jurisdiction for financial business.

Recognised

Globally connected and easily accessible, the Isle of Man is a financial centre of choice. Recognised by the International Monetary Fund as a well-regulated Finance Centre of Excellence.

Our Industry

As a successful and well-established industry on the Isle of Man, the financial sector is represented by more than 20 industry groups and organisations.

These provide skills and training, seminars, networking and community engagement initiatives. They also liaise with the Isle of Man Government on matters of importance to the finance sector. Our regulator is the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority, highly regarded internationally for it's exceptionally high standards.

Financial services sectors make up around 48% of the Isle of Man's economy.

Why The Isle of Man?

Safe and secure, it has a stunning natural environment and is easily accessible from the UK, Europe and beyond.

A highly respected global player, with world-leading regulation and stable governance, the Isle of Man is also small enough to adapt to changing times quickly and find innovative solutions for today’s financial markets. 

Located in a UNESCO Biosphere

The Isle of Man is the only finance centre in the world located in a UNESCO Biosphere, demonstrating our commitment to a sustainable future and green initiatives.

World Class Regulatory Body

We have an internationally respected regulatory body, the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority, recognised by the International Monetary Fund as well-regulated Finance Centre of Excellence.

Financially Rewarding Jurisdiction

We're a financially rewarding jurisdiction offering support grants of up to 40% for relevant costs during the initial years of operation to help support newly-established business managers.

Respected Financial Services

We have a strong, established and diverse financial and professional services sector, with some of the world’s most respected financial services brands headquartered or with offices on the Island.

Best International Finance Centre

The Isle of Man has been awarded Best International Finance Centre by International Investment Magazine in three out of the last four years.

About Finance Isle of Man

Finance Isle of Man is an Executive Agency of the Department for Enterprise, acting as a key decision making and advisory body supporting the Government’s ambition for long term economic prosperity for the sector.

Finance Isle of Man's purpose is to promote and develop the Isle of Man’s significant financial and professional services industry and ensure its recognition as an international business centre of excellence, in turn delivering long term sustainable economic growth to the Isle of Man.

We are responsible for the shared vision and strategy of the Isle of Man financial services sector and the Isle of Man as an international finance centre in order to promote it both internally and externally. 

Finance Isle of Man - 2024 Programme

Finance Isle of Man is poised for an exciting year, spearheading sustainability, innovation and growth.

Relocate to the Isle of Man to Pursue your Finance Career

Nestled in the heart of the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man is easily accessible from the UK, Europe and beyond. A stunning, safe and secure environment, it is the only International Financial Centre in situated within a UNESCO Biosphere reserve – a testament to its commitment to a sustainable future. The Isle of Man has more than 50 years’ experience as an International Financial Centre (IFC), developing a strong and diverse sector that spans banking, investments, insurance, pensions and fiduciaries.

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