Compare jurisdictions side by side
See 2 or 3 jurisdictions side by side: all-in cost for year 1 and year 2, headline tax, audit, registers and time to form. Isle of Man is a good fit for holding, e-gaming. United Kingdom is a good fit for UK and international trading, low running cost.
| Comparing2 jurisdictions |  Isle of Man |  United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | ||
| Year 1 all-in | Isle of ManUS$2,890 | United KingdomUS$690Lowest |
| From year 2 | Isle of ManUS$2,080 | United KingdomUS$390Lowest |
| 3-year cost (Starter) | Isle of ManUS$7,050 | United KingdomUS$1,470Lowest |
| Tax & reporting | ||
| Headline tax | Isle of Man0% standardBest | United Kingdom19% / 25% |
| Annual audit | Isle of ManNo* | United KingdomIf not small |
| Public register | Isle of ManCompany register public; BO register not public | United KingdomPublic |
| Setup | ||
| Type | Isle of ManMidshore | United KingdomOnshore |
| Entity | Isle of ManPrivate Limited | United KingdomPrivate Limited (Ltd) |
| Minimum directors | Isle of Man1 + licensed registered agent | United Kingdom1 |
| Legal system | Isle of ManCommon | United KingdomCommon |
| Time to form | Isle of Man2–5 days | United Kingdom1–2 business days |
| Best for | Isle of ManHolding, e-gaming | United KingdomUK and international trading, low running cost |
A green tick marks the stronger value in a row. Prices include government fees and, for Singapore, the resident director a non-resident needs. Yearly costs the law requires but that we quote separately are named under the figure; rows with such costs show no tick. Headline tax rates are a summary; your specialist confirms how they apply to you before you pay.
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You need a business bank account soon
United Kingdom. Banks usually find onshore companies easier to assess, but each bank decides.
You want a lower running cost
United Kingdom, from US$390 a year based on published year-2 prices.
You only hold shares or other assets
Isle of Man. Your home country may still tax the income, so check that first (confirm with your specialist).
You need it fast
United Kingdom, typically 1–2 business days after KYC approval.
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General guidance based on headline rules, not tax or legal advice. Your specialist confirms how tax residency, substance and banking apply to you before you pay.