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Space to Breathe

The only entire nation to be awarded UNESCO Biosphere status
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In the Isle of Man, we appreciate that life is about more than just boardrooms and meetings. Whether you want to live fast or take it easy, the Island offers an unbeatable quality of life. It also benefits from very low crime rates, making it one of the safest places to live in the British Isles.

Our UNESCO Biosphere

There is a real commitment to celebrating and maintaining the Island’s natural landscape, which encompasses 95 miles of unspoilt coastline and 169 miles of public footpaths. We are also the only Island nation to be awarded UNESCO Biosphere status, making the Isle of Man a truly unique location to both live and work.

Time to enjoy what makes you happy

There are many benefits to living in a stunning Island location and minimal commute times ensure you have more time to enjoy what makes you happy. People of all ages enjoy healthy, active lifestyles, with the Island boasting:

  • A fine selection of restaurants and cocktail bars
  • A variety of leisure facilities and attractions
  • A premier entertainment complex featuring a-list artists and comedians
  • Amenities such as spas, health clubs, hotels and casinos
  • Breathtaking scenery offering a wealth of leisure activities
  • A private and peaceful environment

  • 8 golf courses and a polo club

  • 95 miles of coastline

  • 40% of the island is uninhabited

  • 32 beaches

  • Distinct history, culture and heritage

  • Hundreds of restaurants, pubs and bars

Well Connected

The Isle of Man is centrally located in the Irish Sea and benefits from more than 200 flights per week, providing direct links to the UK and Ireland, and connections to the rest of the world.

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Reside in Tranquility and Privacy

At 33 miles long and 13 miles wide, you are never too far from home in the Isle of Man - in fact, the average commute time is just 20 minutes. There are a number of professional and experienced estate agents working in the local market who are on hand to assist you in your property search, discover more about the properties available in the Isle of Man.

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Thrive in Business

The Island’s mature and globally connected financial sector ensures that there is a comprehensive range of services on offer for those considering relocating their existing business or establishing a new operation in the Isle of Man. Commercial activity within the Island spans a wide range of sectors and a skilled workforce and supportive Government make way for a thriving commercial economy.

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A Place to Belong

Relocating with your family and settling into a new home can be challenging; however, the Isle of Man encourages its people to reach their full potential, at any stage of their life. Those calling the Island ‘home’ engage in a fast paced and vibrant global economy but live in an island that values community spirit.

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Simple, Unrestricted and Welcoming

Our team provide a comprehensive and highly confidential service which supports and guides individuals and businesses through the process of relocating

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Key Employee Incentive

The Special Treatment of Key Employees (Key Employee Incentive) can be extremely beneficial to new arrivals to the Island, if they are an entrepreneur setting up a new business, or a key employee being hired to develop or expand a new or existing company.

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Tax Cap Election

Alongside tax benefits including 0% capital gains, 0% corporate income tax and 0% inheritance/wealth tax, the Isle of Man offers a Tax Cap for new and existing resident individuals of £200,000 per annum, specifically introduced for those who have annual income such that their tax liability would otherwise exceed the Tax Cap.

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Meet the Team

Alison Teare
Head of Locate Isle of Man
Guy Wiltcher
Inward Investment Partner
Voirrey Barron
Marketing Manager
Key Benefits

A unique combination of space to thrive, financial reward, simple taxation and a well-connected, safe community set within a sustainable UNESCO Biosphere.

  • Superb quality of life with space to breathe, space to thrive
  • Financially rewarding, exceptional business environment
  • Well connected to the UK and the rest of the world
  • Crime rates amongst the lowest in Europe
  • Rated best place to live in British Isles in the 2019 HSBC Expat survey
  • Key Employee Concession
  • Many tax benefits including 0% capital gains tax & Tax cap of £200,000
  • Financial assistance available for relocation businesses

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