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Isle of Man

I'm looking for a great balance transfer credit card deal - but unfortunately the ones listed on this site all exclude applications from the Isle of Man.

Does anyone have information on balance transfer deals for Isle of Man residents?

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  • macman
    macman Posts: 53,128 Forumite
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    Since the IOM is not part of the UK, you may struggle with this, assuming you are looking for a UK-based issuer.
    No free lunch, and no free laptop ;)
  • Asda worked a treat. There never used to be an issue, but now more and more providers aren't allowing Isle of Man applicants - despite the Island being part of the UK clearing & banking systems.

    The UK is happy enough to take our VAT money - maybe it's something to do with the UK being a tax haven? :rotfl:
  • System
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    The size of market probably has something to do with it.

    If by VAT 'taken by the UK' you mean the 'Common Purse'?

    The UK subsidises the IOM to the tune of £230 million per year on VAT alone and it also gives the IOM free access to the EU Customs Union...
    Asda worked a treat. There never used to be an issue, but now more and more providers aren't allowing Isle of Man applicants - despite the Island being part of the UK clearing & banking systems.

    The UK is happy enough to take our VAT money - maybe it's something to do with the UK being a tax haven? :rotfl:
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