EU Exit and the Transition Period

The United Kingdom is no longer a member of the European Union. 

Transition Period

There is now a transition period until 31 December 2020 while the EU and UK negotiate new arrangements. During the transition period existing rules and arrangements will remain in place for people and business in the Isle of Man.

The Isle of Man’s relationship with the EU after the transition period will be dependent on the agreement on the future relationship reached between the UK and the EU.

For more information about the transition period visit gov.uk/transition

New rules will take effect on 1 January 2021.

Use the links below to find out what actions that you and your business can take now to prepare for the end of the transition period and the future relationship.

Officers from the Isle of Man Government continue to work with relevant officials from across the UK Government to set out the Isle of Man's priorities and discuss the implications of the end of the transition period for the Island. This work is helping to inform the UK's position but is also essential in building contacts with the people who are involved in the negotiations on the future relationship between the UK and the EU so that they are clear about the Island's issues and priorities.

People EU, EEA and Swiss citizens living in the Isle of Man can apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to continue living in the Isle of Man after the transition period. If you live and work in an EU country you should check what you will need to do in the country you’re living in. Check what you need to do now.

Business Ready From 1 January 2021, the way your business will trade with the EU will change. You should: - Make sure you have your Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number - Decide how to make customs declarations Find out what else your Business can do now to prepare for the future relationship.

Travel You can continue to travel to the EU as usual during the transition period. From 1 January 2021 there will be new rules to travel to the EU, Switzerland, Norway and Liechtenstein. Check what you need to do to travel to Europe from 2021

The Isle of Man Government wants to ensure that all sectors of the Isle of Man's diverse society have the information they need to get ready for 1 January 2021. If you, your organisation, or if you know of anyone who might need a printed or alternative version of any of the information contained on this website, including the Are You Ready For 2021 Guide, please contact enquiries.cso@gov.im.