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Soft Landing Zone

A home for your business - Why Isle of Man?

Businesses and individuals choose the Isle of Man for many reasons. Often the drivers are financial and growth related but our quality of life, stability, independence and infrastructure are persuasive factors too. Here's 10 reasons along with case studies, sector, economy and island life information to help you find out more about how the Isle of Man can support your business and lifestyle goals and give you a competitive advantage.

Isle of Man Soft Landing Zone Support

BIC's Soft Landing Zone (SLZ) helps you unlock the advantages of doing business on the Isle of Man and further afield. Our free, flexible, tailored programme removes the barriers to setting up in a new jurisdiction, giving you practical support and making your move easier.

We help by:

Facilitating and tailoring your initial visit to the Isle of Man. There's no better way to start your fact finding and research. We'll get you the meetings and information you need, so you can make the best decision for your business and/or family.
Guidance regarding access to finance including Isle of Man Government support and Financial Incentives/grants.
Introducing key Isle of Man Business and Government contacts/potential partners relevant to your needs and sector.
Providing access to free expert advice (on tax, legal, accountancy and Isle of Man Company structuring).
Providing a initial base for your business activities with flexible 'touch-down' serviced office and premier business centre facilities. We can also help you find additional premises according to your requirements.
Offering access to meeting rooms, IT kit and conference facilities so you can professionalise your activities quickly with minimum outlay.
Helping you settle in to the business community through networking opportunities and close links to professional bodies.
Providing access to facilities at Coventry University Technology Park.

From your initial enquiry about the Isle of Man to relocating, trading and setting up an Isle of Man office, we're here to make it easier to get the best for your business.

About the Isle of Man � Independence, Integrity and International standards

Situated at the heart of the British Isles, the Isle of Man is an internally self-governing dependent territory of the British Crown, neither part of the United Kingdom or European Union. The Island has a competitive tax regime and diverse economy where international business benefits from a committed workforce, professional expertise, a supportive and responsive government, world class telecoms infrastructure and sound financial regulation.

Credit agencies Standard & Poors and Moody's have awarded the Isle of Man AA+ rating. The Isle of Man economy is currently in its 26th year of continuous growth.

The Isle of Man is included on the OECD 'white list' of countries complying with the global standard for tax co-operation and exchange of information.

The Isle of Man has signed 18 international tax co-operation agreements, evidencing the jurisdictions long standing commitment to tax transparency, strong international relations and economic ties with major states.

People who live on the Isle of Man value their quality of life and high standards in healthcare and education. Our beautiful countryside, its suitability for family life and safe environment are cited among the best things about living here. Lifestyle, short commute times, low personal taxes, very low crime rate and high community spirit makes the Isle of Man highly suitable for family life and a safe environment offering opportunities for all.

Get the support you need

Get Soft Landings Support for your business - apply online

Go Global Quickly

We're proud to work with our colleagues at Coventry University Enterprises and the National Business Incubation Association to give our clients access to offices, science & technology parks and valuable contacts in key markets across the globe, including China, India and USA.

If you're committed to getting the best return on your business investment and wish to develop your business globally in a supportive environment, the Isle of Man Soft Landing Zone is for you.

To enquire, apply or just have an initial chat about anything to do with setting up your business on the Isle of Man, please contact us, we'd be happy to help.

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