The Isle of Man Passport Office issues to British citizens; the an 'issuing authority' not an 'issuing' . Passport issued by the Isle of Man Passport Office are British passport issued to a common format on behalf of the Lieutenant-Governor exercising the Royal Prerogative. They are identified as being for the "British Island, Isle of Man" and include the title "European Union" on the cover. Assistance to Isle of Man residents travelling abroad is provided by British Embassies.
The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure, as well as running the vintage transport system (a steam railway and electric tramway), is also responsible for the Isle of Man bus service. Local public transport enquiries on the Isle of Man should be directed to the Travel shop on Lord Street. The Department of Infrastructure looks after Ronaldsway airport, the Sea Terminal and harbours, the highways and drainage.