The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority has published perimeter guidance on the provision of registered office and accommodation address services, aimed at helping companies and individuals assess whether their activities fall within its regulatory perimeter and may require authorisation. The guidance focuses on the Financial Services Act 2008 and Class 4 of the Regulated Activities Order 2011, under which registered office and accommodation address services are treated as a regulated activity. It highlights that persons providing these services by way of business should consider whether they need a licence or whether an applicable exclusion or exemption applies, and also signposts a Central Registry practice note covering certain registered office requirements.
Isle of Man Financial Services Authority 2025-09-15
Isle of Man Financial Services Authority issues perimeter guidance on registered office and accommodation address services
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority issued guidance on registered office and accommodation address services under the Financial Services Act 2008 and Class 4 of the Regulated Activities Order 2011. The guidance helps companies and individuals determine if their activities require authorization and highlights the need for a licence or applicable exemptions. It also references a Central Registry practice note on registered office requirements.