ISLE OF MAN

What are the advantages of the jurisdiction for Chinese investors? IOM has a first-class reputation as a well regulated international finance sector, particularly suited for investments into London and elsewhere in the UK or the EU from China.IOM Companies have had considerable use as vehicles for IPOs, listing on the FTSE main market and AIM, and can also be listed on the HKSE. Companies can hold accounts in any currency. The IOM can be utilised as a gateway to the European Union for trading purposes, and is often the most efficient way of bringing goods into the EU from China....

JURISDICTION 2020

Executive Summary:The Isle of Man forms part of the EU single market and VAT area but is otherwise not part of the EU fiscal area. There is an infrastructure of sophisticated legal and other professional services together with a Financial Supervision Commission that has a great deal of experience in overseeing and regulating sensitive financial areas.  Corporate income tax only applies to financial institutions. There is no capital transfer tax, surtax, corporation tax, wealth tax, death duty, capital gains tax or gift tax. VAT is collected at the UK rates.The Isle of Man has strong banking, investment fund and captive...

2014

What are the advantages of the jurisdiction for Chinese investors?IOM has a first-class reputation as a well regulated international finance sector, particularly suited for investments into London and elsewhere in the UK or the EU from China. The IOM can be utilised as a gateway to the European Union for trading purposes, and is often the most efficient way of bringing goods into the EU from China. The IOM Government has a rep office in Shanghai. What Types of companies can be incorporated?Private or Public Companies, Companies limited by share or guarantee, Hybrid Companies, Unlimited Companies, Protected Cell Companies and...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2014

Q: Compared with other jurisdictions, what is unique in your jurisdiction? Under the current economic scenario, why should people put money there? A: The Isle of Man has a wide and diverse economy with regulation and consumer protection at the very heart of its ethos. The Island is proud of its credentials as an OECD 'white-listed' jurisdiction for transparency and is internationally recognised by the IMF, FATF, EU Code of Conduct and other international bodies as meeting our international obligations. Q:What are the most popular financial products in your jurisdiction? How can they protect the interests of investors? A:The Isle of...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY SPONSORED CONTENT 2014