Isle of Man Financial Services Authority

The Isle of Man is renowned as a well-regulated jurisdiction with robust company law and substance requirements, and a long-standing policy of compliance with global standards.

The Authority makes a significant contribution to the Island’s positive reputation and thriving economy. As a modern, risk-based regulator, our work is driven by the objectives of protecting consumers, reducing financial crime, and maintaining confidence in the finance sector through effective regulation.

The Authority is open, accessible, and collaborative, and provides clear regulatory pathways that enable businesses wishing to establish a presence in the Island to develop their proof of concept, to engage with the application and authorisation processes, and to start up or scale up their activities.