The Isle of Man is a truly unique living and working environment where the global finance community can thrive and prosper.
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. Proudly independent, the Isle of Man is entirely self-funded with no national debt and boasts the longest continuous Parliament in the world.
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 offering a highly skilled and experienced workforce. With world-class infrastructure, we are also a hub for innovation and technology, pioneering new ways forward in financial markets.
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, the Isle of Man is also a world leader in anti-money laundering and combatting the financing of terrorism. It is the only finance centre located within a UNESCO Biosphere.
Talking Global Finance is the podcast for world’s finance community. Brought to you by Finance Isle of Man, the agency responsible for promoting and developing the Isle of Man’s world-renowned financial services sector, each episode of Talking Global Finance explores the biggest themes and most important issues facing International Finance Centres.Produced by Lansons
Professional Services: the role law firms play in supporting a strong and stable IFC
Entrepreneurial opportunities: how a stable IFC attracts young entrepreneurs
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The Isle of Man and the global finance community: A South African story
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.
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. Safe and secure, it has a stunning natural environment and is easily accessible from the UK, Europe and beyond.
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.
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.
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.
We have a strong, well-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.
The Isle of Man has been awarded Best International Finance Centre by International Investment Magazine in three out of the last four years.
Michael Crowe
Chief Executive Officer,
Finance Isle of Man
