Isle Of Man Country Summary
Medium-Low Risk
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Lower Concern
FATF AML Deficient List
Lower Concern
Terrorism
Medium Concern
Corruption
Lower Concern
US State ML Assessment
Medium Concern
Criminal Markets (GI Index)
Medium Concern
EU Tax Blacklist
Lower Concern
Offshore Finance Center
Higher Concern
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Anti Money Laundering
FATF Status
The Isle of Man is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies
Compliance with FATF Recommendations
The last follow-up Mutual Evaluation Report relating to the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards in The Isle of Man was undertaken in 2022. According to that Evaluation, the Isle of Man was deemed Compliant for 20 and Largely Compliant for 19 of the FATF 40 Recommendations. It was deemed Highly Effective for 0 and Substantially Effective for 2 of the 11 Effectiveness & Technical Compliance ratings.
Sanctions
There are currently no international sanctions in force against Isle Of Man.
Criminality
Rating |
0 (bad) - 100 (good) |
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| Transparency International Corruption Index | NA |
| World Bank: Control of Corruption Percentile Rank | NA |
The Isle of Man exhibits a generally low level of crime and corruption, contributing to a stable and resilient society. This environment fosters public trust and confidence in institutions, which is essential for maintaining social order and promoting economic growth.
Economy
The Isle of Man features a high-income economy driven by a low tax regime that attracts businesses, particularly in financial services, online gambling, and light manufacturing. The island has transitioned from traditional sectors such as agriculture and fishing to a more modern focus on technology and tourism, with significant contributions from the insurance and online gaming industries. While the favorable tax environment has drawn high-net-worth individuals and corporations, it has also raised concerns regarding financial crime and the need for compliance with international anti-money laundering standards.
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