Isle of Man Companies Registry • Companies Act 1931 / 2006 Standards

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Calculate first-year and ongoing maintenance costs for Isle of Man companies: Registry fees (£100/£250/£500), annual return (£380), and registered agent services for 1931 vs 2006 Acts.

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Total Year 1 Setup & Maintenance 2006 Act NMVC
£0.00
Annual Recurring Cost (Year 2+): £0.00 / year
Gov Registry Fees:
£480.00
CSP Professional Fees:
£2,700.00

Statutory & Service Cost Breakdown Department for Enterprise

Companies Registry Incorporation Fee: £100.00
Companies Registry Annual Return: £380.00
CSP Incorporation Legal & Onboarding: £1,200.00
Annual Registered Office & Agent: £1,500.00
Total Year 1 Investment: £3,180.00

Isle of Man Companies Act 1931 vs 2006 Comparison

Feature Companies Act 1931 Companies Act 2006 (NMVC) Advantage
Minimum Directors 2 natural persons 1 (can be corporate entity) 2006 Act flexibility
Company Secretary Mandatory Not required Lower administration
Corporate Tax Rate 0.0% standard 0.0% standard Equal
Annual Return Fee £380.00 £380.00 Equal
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Frequently Asked Questions (Manx Formation)

What is the difference between a 1931 Act and a 2006 Act company in the Isle of Man?

A 1931 Act company is a traditional corporate vehicle requiring at least two directors, a qualified company secretary, and an annual general meeting. A 2006 Act company (New Manx Vehicle) offers maximum flexibility: requires only one director (which can be a corporate entity), no company secretary, and operates with simplified accounting and capital maintenance rules.

What are the official Companies Registry incorporation fees in the Isle of Man?

Statutory incorporation fees charged by the Isle of Man Companies Registry (Department for Enterprise) are: Standard service (48 hours): £100; Two-hour fast-track service: £250; While-you-wait service: £500.

What is the annual return fee for an Isle of Man company?

The statutory annual return filing fee is £380 if filed on time. Late filing incurs escalating statutory penalties of £100 to £250.

Is a licensed Corporate Service Provider (CSP) legally required?

Yes, under the 2006 Act, a company must continuously maintain a licensed Registered Agent in the Isle of Man holding a Class 4 license from the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority (IOMFSA).

What is the standard corporate income tax rate for Manx companies?

The standard corporate income tax rate in the Isle of Man is 0% for almost all business types, with exceptions of 10% for banking businesses and large retail, and 20% on Manx land and property income.