The Investment Migration Council has created the world’s first global Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct applicable to all its members.

The main components of the code include specific sections on:

• Integrity and ethical practice
• Competence
• Objectivity
• Honesty
• Confidentiality
• Conflicts of interest
• Disciplinary rules and procedures
• Regulatory compliance and continuing professional development

The work of developing the code was carried out by the IMC secretariat, in collaboration with the IMC’s Governing Board and Advisory Committee representing a number of academic and professional practice experts.