OISC Level 1 Immigration Exam Questions and Answers PDF

**Immigration Law Basics** **OISC Level 1 Immigration Exam Questions and Answers** **Questions with Answers** 1. **What is meant by being subject to immigration control?\ **Answer: It means a person requires leave to enter or remain in the UK and does not have the right of abode. 2. **...

**Immigration Law Basics** **OISC Level 1 Immigration Exam Questions and Answers** **Questions with Answers** 1. **What is meant by being subject to immigration control?\ **Answer: It means a person requires leave to enter or remain in the UK and does not have the right of abode. 2. **Name three possible immigration categories for entering the UK.\ **Answer: Visitor, Skilled Worker, and Student. 3. **What form is used for a Skilled Worker visa application?\ **Answer: Form Skilled Worker Appendix 2. 4. **What is the fee for a standard visitor visa?\ **Answer: £100. 5. **What is required to satisfy the financial requirement for a Spouse visa?\ **Answer: A gross annual income of at least £18,600 or savings meeting the specified threshold. 6. **What type of evidence is needed to support a Student visa application?\ **Answer: Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), financial proof, and a valid passport. 7. **What is the time limit to lodge an appeal against a visa refusal?\ **Answer: 14 calendar days for in-country appeals; 28 calendar days for out-of-country appeals. 8. **What constitutes an urgent situation in immigration law?\ **Answer: Imminent removal or deportation, expiring visas, or deadlines for appeals/applications. 9. **What is the UKVI Operational Guidance?\ **Answer: It outlines how UKVI processes applications and interprets immigration rules. 10. **Name two discretionary grounds for refusal of a visa application.\ **Answer: Previous breach of immigration laws and debt to the NHS. 11. **What does a statutory extension of leave mean?\ **Answer: A person\'s leave is extended automatically when they submit an application before their current leave expires. 12. **How can leave to remain be curtailed?\ **Answer: By the Secretary of State when conditions of leave are breached or no longer applicable. 13. **What is an overstayer?\ **Answer: A person who remains in the UK beyond the expiry of their visa without lawful reason. 14. **Under which article of the European Convention on Human Rights is family life protected?\ **Answer: Article 8. 15. **What is the time frame for Administrative Review after a Tier 4 visa refusal?\ **Answer: 14 calendar days. 16. **What evidence supports a visitor visa application?\ **Answer: Proof of ties to the home country, travel itinerary, and financial documents. 17. **What is the purpose of the Immigration Rules Appendix FM?\ **Answer: It governs family-related visa applications. 18. **What is the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)?\ **Answer: A fee paid to access NHS services during a person\'s stay in the UK. 19. **What does the term \'variation of leave\' mean?\ **Answer: Changing the conditions or type of leave granted. 20. **Name one published UKVI guidance document.\ **Answer: The \"Family Policy: Family life (as a partner or parent) and private life\" guidance. 21. **What is a biometric residence permit (BRP)?\ **Answer: A document that shows a person's immigration status and entitlements in the UK. 22. **What form is required for a Private Life route application?\ **Answer: FLR(FP). 23. **How is a challenge to a negative decision initiated?\ **Answer: Through Administrative Review or appeal. 24. **What is a mandatory ground for refusal under general grounds?\ **Answer: Submitting false documents. 25. **What does Article 3 of the ECHR protect against?\ **Answer: Torture, inhuman, or degrading treatment. 26. **What is required to refer a complex case beyond Level 1 competency?\ **Answer: Knowledge of the complexity and referral to a qualified Level 2 or higher adviser. 27. **What is the duration of a Skilled Worker visa?\ **Answer: Up to 5 years. 28. **What financial proof is needed for a Student visa?\ **Answer: Bank statements showing sufficient funds for tuition and maintenance. 29. **What form is used to apply for a Family Reunion visa?\ **Answer: VAF4A. 30. **What is the purpose of an Administrative Review?\ **Answer: To correct caseworking errors in a visa decision. 31. **What does \"entry clearance\" mean?\ **Answer: Permission to enter the UK granted before travel. 32. **What is the main requirement for a Fiancé(e) visa?\ **Answer: Intention to marry within six months of arrival. 33. **What is an illegal entrant?\ **Answer: A person who enters the UK without permission. 34. **What are the conditions of leave for a Tier 5 visa holder?\ **Answer: Limited work, no access to public funds, and time-restricted stay. 35. **What evidence supports a human rights claim under Article 8?\ **Answer: Evidence of strong family or private life in the UK. 36. **What is the time limit for filing a judicial review?\ **Answer: 3 months from the date of the decision. 37. **What is the primary requirement for a PBS Dependant visa?\ **Answer: Relationship to a main PBS migrant and maintenance funds. 38. **What is the consequence of breaching visa conditions?\ **Answer: Possible curtailment of leave or removal from the UK. 39. **What is an Immigration Status Document (ISD)?\ **Answer: A document confirming a person\'s immigration status if they do not have a BRP. 40. **What is the general time frame for processing a visitor visa?\ **Answer: 3 weeks. 41. **What is the role of UKVI in immigration control?\ **Answer: To assess and decide visa applications. 42. **What is a discretionary ground for refusal of a visitor visa?\ **Answer: Lack of genuine intention to return to the home country. 43. **What form is required for an EEA family permit?\ **Answer: EEA(FM). 44. **What is a dependant?\ **Answer: A spouse, partner, or child reliant on the main visa applicant. 45. **What is an \"urgent case\" in immigration law?\ **Answer: Cases involving imminent removal or deadlines for filing appeals. 46. **What is the Immigration Act 1971?\ **Answer: The legislation governing immigration control in the UK. 47. **What does \"leave outside the rules\" mean?\ **Answer: Leave granted on exceptional or compassionate grounds not covered by the Immigration Rules. 48. **What is the role of an OISC Level 1 adviser?\ **Answer: To assist with straightforward immigration matters within their competency. 49. **What does \"no recourse to public funds\" mean?\ **Answer: The visa holder cannot claim most state benefits. 50. **What is the significance of a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)?\ **Answer: It is required for skilled work applications to confirm a genuine job offer. 51. **Who is considered subject to immigration control under UK law?**\ Answer: Non-EEA nationals without settled status or British citizenship. 52. **A client who overstayed their visa asks about possible immigration categories that might apply. Which category is generally NOT available to an overstayer?**\ Answer: Visitor visa. 53. **Which of the following is NOT a factor for mandatory refusal of an application under general grounds?**\ Answer: A criminal conviction resulting in imprisonment of 4 months. 54. **Which form must be used for a family member applying for a Family visa under the 5-year route?**\ Answer: FLR(M) 55. **What is the fee for an adult applying for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) under the 10-year long residence route as of November 2024?**\ Answer: £2,404 56. **How should evidence of financial requirements for a spouse visa application be submitted?**\ Answer: Uploaded through the UKVI online portal. Immigration Rules and Requirements 57. **Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an application for leave to remain under Appendix FM as a parent?**\ Answer: The applicant must have a good knowledge of English. 58. **What is the minimum income threshold for sponsoring a partner without children under Appendix FM?**\ Answer: £18,600 59. Evidence and Case Preparation 60. **Which document is NOT required as evidence for an application under the EU Settlement Scheme?**\ Answer: Evidence of comprehensive sickness insurance. 61. **What is the primary purpose of the SU07/12 form?**\ Answer: To confirm sponsorship for a dependent's visa application. 62. Time Limits and Urgent Situations 63. **What is the statutory extension of leave to remain when an application is made in-time?**\ Answer: The applicant's leave is automatically extended until the application is decided. 64. **An asylum seeker fears removal before their case is reviewed. What urgent remedy is available?**\ Answer: Apply for a judicial review and seek an injunction to stop removal. 65. **What is a discretionary ground for refusal under the Immigration Rules?**\ Answer: Outstanding NHS debt of £2,000. 66. Challenging Negative Decisions 67. **What process is available to challenge a refusal of a Family visa under Appendix FM?**\ Answer: File an appeal on human rights grounds. 68. **When does the time limit to file an appeal in the First-tier Tribunal begin?**\ Answer: The day after the client receives the refusal decision. 69. **Under Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which of the following is protected?**\ Answer: The right to private and family life. 70. A Level 1 adviser identifies that a case involves complex human rights issues. What should they do?\ Answer: Refer the case to a qualified Level 2 adviser or solicitor. 1. **What is the primary legislation governing immigration in the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) Immigration Act 2014 2. **Which document outlines the rights of individuals with \'indefinite leave to remain\' in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) BRP Card 3. **What does the term \"leave to enter\" refer to?**\ **Answer:** b) Authorization to enter the UK after clearance 4. **Which appendix deals with the Skilled Worker visa?**\ **Answer:** b) Appendix Skilled Worker **Visa Categories** 5. **What is the maximum duration of a tourist visa in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 6 months 6. **Which of the following visas allows dependents to join the main applicant in the UK?**\ **Answer:** d) Both a) and c) 7. **Under which visa category can entrepreneurs apply to start a business in the UK?**\ **Answer:** c) Start-up Visa 8. **What is the minimum age requirement for a spouse visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 **Scenario-Based Questions** 9. **Scenario:** Your client, John, is an EU national who has been living in the UK since 2019. He missed the EU Settlement Scheme deadline.\ **Question:** What application should John submit to regularize his stay?\ **Answer:** John should apply under the \"reasonable grounds\" provision for late EU Settlement Scheme applications. 10. **Scenario:** Maria, a non-EEA national, has overstayed her visa by two months but has a British citizen child. She wants to regularize her status.\ **Question:** What Immigration Rule should Maria apply under?\ **Answer:** Maria can apply under Appendix FM as the parent of a British child. **Ethics and Professional Conduct** 11. **What should an OISC adviser do if they discover a client has provided false information?**\ **Answer:** d) Both b) and c) 12. **An adviser must retain client records for a minimum of how many years after the end of the engagement?**\ **Answer:** c) 6 years **Other Key Topics** 13. **Which form is used to apply for further leave to remain as a spouse?** 14. **What is the purpose of the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)?**\ **Answer:** a) To fund NHS services for visa applicants 15. **Under the Skilled Worker visa, what is the minimum salary threshold for most roles?**\ **Answer:** c) £25,600 **Immigration Processes and Requirements** 16. **What is the standard processing time for a family visa application submitted outside the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 3 weeks 17. **When applying for British citizenship by naturalization, what is the minimum period an applicant must have held indefinite leave to remain (ILR)?**\ **Answer:** a) 1 year 18. **Which form is used to apply for British citizenship for a child?**\ **Answer:** b) Form MN1 19. **What is the purpose of the Life in the UK test?**\ **Answer:** b) Confirm knowledge of UK laws and culture 20. **Under Appendix FM, what financial requirement must be met for a partner visa?**\ **Answer:** b) £18,600 per year **Appeals and Administrative Reviews** 21. **What is the primary tribunal for immigration appeals in the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) 22. **An appeal must generally be lodged within how many days of receiving a decision from the Home Office?**\ **Answer:** b) 14 days 23. **When is an administrative review available?**\ **Answer:** b) To challenge an error in an immigration decision 24. **If an applicant overstays their visa, how long do they have to regularize their status before a mandatory refusal is applied?**\ **Answer:** a) 14 days **Visa-Specific Questions** 25. **Under the EU Settlement Scheme, what status can an applicant obtain if they have lived in the UK for less than 5 years?**\ **Answer:** b) Pre-settled status 26. **What is the maximum age for a child dependent to be included in a Skilled Worker visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 years 27. **What is the English language requirement for a Tier 4 (Student) visa applicant?**\ **Answer:** c) B2 level 28. **For which visa category must an applicant provide evidence of a \"genuine and subsisting relationship\"?**\ **Answer:** b) Partner Visa under Appendix FM **Ethics and Professional Conduct** 29. **An OISC adviser must report serious breaches of immigration law to which organization?**\ **Answer:** b) The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) 30. **If an OISC Level 1 adviser is asked to handle an asylum application, what should they do?**\ **Answer:** b) Refer the case to an OISC Level 2 or higher adviser 31. **What is the maximum compensation an OISC adviser can offer if a complaint is upheld?**\ **Answer:** d) No fixed limit **Immigration Rules and Visa Specifics** 32. **Which Appendix of the Immigration Rules provides guidance for family members applying to join British citizens?**\ **Answer:** a) Appendix FM 33. **What is the cooling-off period for a Skilled Worker visa applicant who has completed a 6-year stay?**\ **Answer:** c) 12 months 34. **Which document must a Tier 4 (Student) visa applicant receive before submitting their visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) 35. **What is the validity period for a biometric residence permit (BRP) issued with a Skilled Worker visa?**\ **Answer:** d) Depends on the visa duration **Scenario-Based Questions** 36. **Scenario:** Your client, Elena, has a Skilled Worker visa but lost her BRP while on holiday abroad.\ **Question:** What should Elena do to return to the UK?\ **Answer:** Elena must apply for a replacement BRP visa to re-enter the UK and then replace her BRP upon return. 37. **Scenario:** Ahmed overstayed his visit visa for two months but has now left the UK.\ **Question:** What consequence might Ahmed face when reapplying for a visa?\ **Answer:** Ahmed may face a re-entry ban depending on the length of his overstay and circumstances. 38. **Scenario:** A client married to a British citizen cannot meet the financial requirement for a spouse visa but receives Disability Living Allowance.\ **Question:** Can they apply for a spouse visa?\ **Answer:** Yes, they can rely on adequate maintenance rather than the financial requirement. **Legal Processes and Requirements** 39. **Which form is required to extend a Skilled Worker visa?**\ **Answer:** d) There is no separate form; the extension is submitted online. 40. **What is the standard duration for which pre-settled status is granted?**\ **Answer:** b) 5 years 41. **Under the Visitor Rules, what is the maximum number of days a visitor can stay in the UK within a 12-month period?**\ **Answer:** c) 180 days 42. **What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a Start-up visa?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 years **Ethics and Complaints Handling** 43. **An OISC adviser is required to have which of the following for client protection?**\ **Answer:** b) Professional indemnity insurance 44. **If a client files a formal complaint against an adviser, what is the first step the adviser must take?**\ **Answer:** b) Investigate and respond promptly 45. **An adviser must refuse to act for a client if:**\ **Answer:** d) Both b) and c). **Appeals and Reviews** 46. **What is the time limit to lodge an appeal against a visa refusal decision made inside the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 14 calendar days 47. **What is the role of the Upper Tribunal in immigration cases?**\ **Answer:** b) To hear appeals from the First-tier Tribunal 48. **Which type of appeal is available for a human rights claim refused by the Home Office?**\ **Answer:** c) Human Rights Appeal **Immigration Procedures and Visas** 49. **What document must an employer provide to sponsor a Skilled Worker visa applicant?**\ **Answer:** b) Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) 50. **Which application form is used for switching to a spouse visa from within the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) FLR(M) 51. **How long must a relationship exist before applying for an unmarried partner visa under Appendix FM?**\ **Answer:** c) 2 years 52. **What is the minimum score required for each component of the English language test for a Skilled Worker visa?**\ **Answer:** b) B1 across all components **Legal Requirements and Guidance** 53. **Under which section of the Immigration Rules can a person apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) on the 10-year long residence basis?**\ **Answer:** a) Section 276B 54. **What is the maximum fine for an employer found employing illegal workers?**\ **Answer:** c) £20,000 per worker 55. **Which documents are acceptable proof of identity for an EU Settlement Scheme application?**\ **Answer:** a) National ID card or passport **Scenario-Based Questions** 56. **Scenario:** Sarah has applied for a visitor visa but forgot to include her travel insurance.\ **Question:** Will her application be refused?\ **Answer:** No, travel insurance is not mandatory for a UK visitor visa application, but it is strongly advised. 57. **Scenario:** A client missed their biometric appointment due to illness.\ **Question:** What is the next step?\ **Answer:** They should contact the visa application center immediately to reschedule the appointment. 58. **Scenario:** A family is applying for a spouse visa, but their sponsor is on maternity leave.\ **Question:** Can the maternity pay be used to meet the financial requirement?\ **Answer:** Yes, statutory maternity pay can be counted as income for the financial requirement. **Appeals and Reviews** 59. **Which form is used to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal?**\ **Answer:** a) IAFT-1 60. **What is the maximum time allowed to file for judicial review after receiving a decision?**\ **Answer:** c) 3 months 61. **An administrative review cannot be requested for which of the following?**\ **Answer:** c) Refusal of a human rights claim **Ethics and Adviser Conduct** 62. **An adviser is asked to accept payment in cash for their services. What should they do?**\ **Answer:** c) Accept but provide a receipt and record the transaction 63. **What must an OISC adviser do if they suspect their client is providing false documents?** **Complex Case Scenarios** 65. **Scenario:** A Tier 4 (Student) visa holder wishes to switch to a Skilled Worker visa while in the UK.\ **Question:** Is this allowed?\ **Answer:** Yes, provided they meet the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker visa. 66. **Scenario:** A spouse visa applicant does not meet the financial requirement but is caring for a disabled child.\ **Question:** Can they still apply?\ **Answer:** Yes, they can apply under exceptional circumstances. 67. **Scenario:** A visitor overstayed by 10 days but has a compelling medical reason.\ **Question:** Will their overstaying affect future applications?\ **Answer:** No, if they provide sufficient evidence of the compelling reason. **Immigration Rules and Visa Specifics** 68. **What is the earliest a Skilled Worker visa holder can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)?**\ **Answer:** b) After 5 years 69. **Which visa category allows dependents to accompany the main applicant to the UK?**\ **Answer:** d) Both b) and c) 70. **Which Appendix of the Immigration Rules covers private life claims?**\ **Answer:** c) Appendix PL 71. **What is the minimum age to apply for a UK spouse visa?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 years **Ethical Considerations** 72. **An adviser learns that a client intends to use a false document in their application. What should the adviser do?**\ **Answer:** b) Refuse to act and report to the OISC if necessary 73. **What is the correct action if a client asks for advice outside an adviser's competency level?**\ **Answer:** b) Refer the client to another adviser or organization with the appropriate level 74. **An adviser has misplaced a client's confidential documents. What steps should they take?**\ **Answer:** a) Notify the client immediately and take steps to recover the documents **Scenario-Based Questions** 75. **Scenario:** A Tier 2 (Skilled Worker) visa holder changes jobs within the UK.\ **Question:** What must they do to remain compliant?\ **Answer:** Apply for a new Skilled Worker visa with a Certificate of Sponsorship from the new employer. 76. **Scenario:** A visitor visa applicant has a family emergency but cannot provide a detailed itinerary.\ **Question:** How should they proceed?\ **Answer:** Provide a cover letter explaining the emergency and any supporting evidence, such as medical records or urgent letters. 77. **Scenario:** A client wishes to challenge a visa refusal based on human rights grounds.\ **Question:** What are their options?\ **Answer:** They can file an appeal if eligible or request judicial review if there are legal errors in the decision. **Appeals and Administrative Reviews** 78. **What is the main purpose of an Administrative Review?**\ **Answer:** b) To correct caseworking errors in a visa decision 79. **How much does it cost to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal?**\ **Answer:** b) £80 for a paper appeal, £140 for an oral appeal 80. **What is the time limit for lodging an appeal from outside the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 28 days **Family and Dependent Visas** 81. **What is the financial requirement for a spouse visa if there are no dependent children?**\ **Answer:** a) £18,600 82. **Can a spouse visa applicant rely on non-cash benefits to meet the financial requirement?**\ **Answer:** c) No, non-cash benefits are not considered 83. **What is the minimum level of accommodation required for a family visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) Shared accommodation with evidence of no overcrowding **General Knowledge** 84. **How long is a biometric residence permit valid for if tied to a 30-month visa?**\ **Answer:** c) 2.5 years 85. **What is the visa duration for someone granted pre-settled status?**\ **Answer:** b) 5 years **Immigration Rules** 86. **Under which Appendix of the Immigration Rules can dependents of Skilled Worker visa holders apply?**\ **Answer:** c) Appendix SW 87. **What is the maximum stay allowed on a visitor visa in the UK per visit?**\ **Answer:** b) 6 months 88. **What is the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) fee per year for most visa categories?**\ **Answer:** c) £624 89. **What is the purpose of Appendix AR of the Immigration Rules?**\ **Answer:** b) Administrative review of refusal decisions **Ethics and Adviser Conduct** 90. **What must an OISC adviser include in the client care letter?**\ **Answer:** b) A detailed breakdown of fees and charges 91. **What should an adviser do if a client insists on submitting false evidence?**\ **Answer:** a) Refuse to act and explain the consequences to the client 92. **How often must OISC advisers renew their registration?**\ **Answer:** a) Annually **Sample Multiple-Choice Questions:** 1. **Which of the following is a key principle of UK immigration control?** 2. **Under the Immigration Rules, which appendix covers the English Language requirements?** *Answer:* c) Appendix English Language 3. **What is the maximum duration for which a standard visitor visa can be granted?** *Answer:* b) 6 months 4. **Which part of the Immigration Rules deals with general grounds for refusal?** *Answer:* c) Part 9 5. **An individual applying for indefinite leave to remain must demonstrate knowledge of life in the UK. Which appendix outlines this requirement?** *Answer:* a) Appendix KOLL 6. **Which section of the British Nationality Act 1981 defines the term \'British citizen\'?** *Answer:* c) Section 50 7. **What is the minimum age requirement for a partner applying under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules?** *Answer:* b) 18 8. **Which document should be used to apply for a family visa as a partner or spouse?** *Answer:* c) Form VAF4A 9. **Under the EU Settlement Scheme, which appendix contains the relevant rules?** *Answer:* a) Appendix EU 10. **Which part of the Immigration Rules addresses the requirements for adult dependent relatives?** *Answer:* d) Appendix Adult Dependent Relative **Sample Scenario-Based Questions:** 1. **Scenario:** - Your client, Maria, a Brazilian national, entered the UK on a Tier 4 (Student) visa, which is due to expire in two months. She has completed her degree and wishes to remain in the UK to work. She has been offered a job with a UK employer who holds a valid sponsor licence. **Questions:** - a\) What type of visa should Maria apply for to remain in the UK for work purposes? - b\) Outline the main eligibility criteria Maria must meet for this visa category. - c\) What is the minimum salary threshold Maria\'s employer must meet for her role? - d\) Describe the process Maria and her employer need to follow to secure this visa. *Answers:* - a\) Maria should apply for a Skilled Worker visa. - b\) Eligibility criteria include: - A confirmed job offer from a UK licensed sponsor. - The job must be at or above the RQF level 3. - Meeting the English language requirement. - c\) The minimum salary threshold is £25,600 or the \'going rate\' for the specific job, whichever is higher. - d\) Process: - Employer issues a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). - Maria applies online for the Skilled Worker visa, providing necessary documentation. - Pay the application fee and Immigration Health Surcharge. - Attend a biometric appointment if required. 2. **Scenario:** - John, a Canadian citizen, has been living in the UK with his British spouse for 2.5 years on a spouse visa. They have a child together who was born in the UK. John seeks advice on applying for indefinite leave to remain (ILR). **Questions:** - a\) Is John eligible to apply for ILR at this stage? - b\) If not, what steps must he take before becoming eligible? - c\) What are the key requirements John must meet to be granted ILR as a spouse? - d\) What documents should John prepare for his ILR application? *Answers:* - a\) No, John is not yet eligible for ILR. - b\) He must complete a 5-year qualifying period on the spouse visa route. - c\) Key requirements include: - Continuous residence in the UK for 5 years as a spouse. - Meeting the English language requirement. - Passing the Life in the UK test. - Demonstrating adequate accommodation and maintenance without recourse to public funds. - d\) Documents include: - Valid passport and current biometric residence permit. - Evidence of relationship (e.g., marriage certificate, joint bills). - Proof of English language proficiency. - Life in the UK test pass certificate. - Financial documents showing adequate maintenance. 3. **Scenario:** - A client, Ahmed, entered the UK illegally five years ago and has been living here since. He has established a private life and is seeking advice on regularizing his immigration status. **Questions:** - a\) Under which Immigration Rule can Ahmed apply to regularize his status based on his private life? - b\) What are the criteria Ahmed must meet **Immigration Law Basics** 1. **What is the primary legislation governing immigration in the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) Immigration Act 2014 2. **Which document outlines the rights of individuals with \'indefinite leave to remain\' in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) BRP Card 3. **What does the term \"leave to enter\" refer to?**\ **Answer:** b) Authorization to enter the UK after clearance 4. **Which appendix deals with the Skilled Worker visa?**\ **Answer:** b) Appendix Skilled Worker **Visa Categories** 5. **What is the maximum duration of a tourist visa in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 6 months 6. **Which of the following visas allows dependents to join the main applicant in the UK?**\ **Answer:** d) Both a) and c) 7. **Under which visa category can entrepreneurs apply to start a business in the UK?**\ **Answer:** c) Start-up Visa 8. **What is the minimum age requirement for a spouse visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 **Scenario-Based Questions** 9. **Scenario:** Your client, John, is an EU national who has been living in the UK since 2019. He missed the EU Settlement Scheme deadline.\ **Question:** What application should John submit to regularize his stay?\ **Answer:** John should apply under the \"reasonable grounds\" provision for late EU Settlement Scheme applications. 10. **Scenario:** Maria, a non-EEA national, has overstayed her visa by two months but has a British citizen child. She wants to regularize her status.\ **Question:** What Immigration Rule should Maria apply under?\ **Answer:** Maria can apply under Appendix FM as the parent of a British child. **Ethics and Professional Conduct** 11. **What should an OISC adviser do if they discover a client has provided false information?**\ **Answer:** d) Both b) and c) 12. **An adviser must retain client records for a minimum of how many years after the end of the engagement?**\ **Answer:** c) 6 years **Other Key Topics** 13. **Which form is used to apply for further leave to remain as a spouse?** **Answer:** b) FLR(M) 14. **What is the purpose of the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)?** **Answer:** a) To fund NHS services for visa applicants 15. **Under the Skilled Worker visa, what is the minimum salary threshold for most roles?** **Answer:** c) £25,600 **Immigration Processes and Requirements** 16. **What is the standard processing time for a family visa application submitted outside the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 3 weeks 17. **When applying for British citizenship by naturalization, what is the minimum period an applicant must have held indefinite leave to remain (ILR)?**\ **Answer:** a) 1 year 18. **Which form is used to apply for British citizenship for a child?**\ **Answer:** b) Form MN1 19. **What is the purpose of the Life in the UK test?**\ **Answer:** b) Confirm knowledge of UK laws and culture 20. **Under Appendix FM, what financial requirement must be met for a partner visa?**\ **Answer:** b) £18,600 per year **Appeals and Administrative Reviews** 21. **What is the primary tribunal for immigration appeals in the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) 22. **An appeal must generally be lodged within how many days of receiving a decision from the Home Office?**\ **Answer:** b) 14 days 23. **When is an administrative review available?**\ **Answer:** b) To challenge an error in an immigration decision 24. **If an applicant overstays their visa, how long do they have to regularize their status before a mandatory refusal is applied?**\ **Answer:** a) 14 days **Visa-Specific Questions** 25. **Under the EU Settlement Scheme, what status can an applicant obtain if they have lived in the UK for less than 5 years?**\ **Answer:** b) Pre-settled status 26. **What is the maximum age for a child dependent to be included in a Skilled Worker visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 years 27. **What is the English language requirement for a Tier 4 (Student) visa applicant?**\ **Answer:** c) B2 level 28. **For which visa category must an applicant provide evidence of a \"genuine and subsisting relationship\"?** **Answer:** b) Partner Visa under Appendix FM **Ethics and Professional Conduct** 29. An OISC adviser must report serious breaches of immigration law to the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC). 30. If an OISC Level 1 adviser is asked to handle an asylum application, they should refer the case to an OISC Level 2 or higher adviser. 31. The maximum compensation an OISC adviser can offer if a complaint is upheld has no fixed limit. **Immigration Rules and Visa Specifics** 32. Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules provides guidance for family members applying to join British citizens. 33. The cooling-off period for a Skilled Worker visa applicant who has completed a 6-year stay is 12 months. 34. A Tier 4 (Student) visa applicant must receive a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) before submitting their visa application. 35. The validity period for a biometric residence permit (BRP) issued with a Skilled Worker visa depends on the visa duration. **Scenario-Based Questions** 36. If a Skilled Worker visa holder loses their BRP while abroad, they must apply for a replacement BRP visa to re-enter the UK and then replace the BRP upon return. 37. A person who overstayed their visit visa for two months and left the UK may face a re-entry ban depending on the length of their overstay and circumstances. 38. A client married to a British citizen who cannot meet the financial requirement for a spouse visa but receives Disability Living Allowance can rely on adequate maintenance instead. **Legal Processes and Requirements** 39. There is no separate form to extend a Skilled Worker visa; the extension is submitted online. 40. Pre-settled status is granted for a standard duration of 5 years. 41. Under the Visitor Rules, a visitor can stay in the UK for a maximum of 180 days within a 12-month period. 42. The minimum age requirement to apply for a Start-up visa is 18 years. **Ethics and Complaints Handling** 43. An OISC adviser is required to have professional indemnity insurance for client protection. 44. If a client files a formal complaint against an adviser, the adviser must investigate and respond promptly. 45. An adviser must refuse to act for a client if the case is outside the OISC Level 1 remit or if they do not have the expertise required for the case. **Appeals and Reviews** 46. The time limit to lodge an appeal against a visa refusal decision made inside the UK is 14 calendar days. 47. The Upper Tribunal hears appeals from the First-tier Tribunal in immigration cases. 48. A human rights claim refused by the Home Office is eligible for a Human Rights Appeal. **Immigration Procedures and Visas** 49. An employer must provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to sponsor a Skilled Worker visa applicant. 50. The FLR(M) form is used to switch to a spouse visa from within the UK. 51. A relationship must exist for at least 2 years before applying for an unmarried partner visa under Appendix FM. 52. The minimum score required for each component of the English language test for a Skilled Worker visa is B1 across all components. **Legal Requirements and Guidance** 53. A person can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) on the 10-year long residence basis under Section 276B of the Immigration Rules. 54. The maximum fine for an employer found employing illegal workers is £20,000 per worker. 55. Acceptable proof of identity for an EU Settlement Scheme application includes a national ID card or passport. **Scenario-Based Questions** 56. Travel insurance is not mandatory for a UK visitor visa application, but it is strongly advised. 57. If a client misses their biometric appointment due to illness, they should contact the visa application center immediately to reschedule. 58. Statutory maternity pay can be counted as income to meet the financial requirement for a spouse visa. **Appeals and Reviews** 59. The IAFT-1 form is used to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal. **Ethics and Professional Conduct** 29. **An OISC adviser must report serious breaches of immigration law to which organization?**\ Answer: **b) The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC)** 30. **If an OISC Level 1 adviser is asked to handle an asylum application, what should they do?**\ Answer: **b) Refer the case to an OISC Level 2 or higher adviser** 31. **What is the maximum compensation an OISC adviser can offer if a complaint is upheld?**\ Answer: **d) No fixed limit** **Immigration Rules and Visa Specifics** 32. **Which Appendix of the Immigration Rules provides guidance for family members applying to join British citizens?**\ Answer: **a) Appendix FM** 33. **What is the cooling-off period for a Skilled Worker visa applicant who has completed a 6-year stay?**\ Answer: **c) 12 months** 34. **Which document must a Tier 4 (Student) visa applicant receive before submitting their visa application?**\ Answer: **b) Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)** 35. **What is the validity period for a biometric residence permit (BRP) issued with a Skilled Worker visa?**\ Answer: **d) Depends on the visa duration** **Scenario-Based Questions** 36. **Scenario: Your client, Elena, has a Skilled Worker visa but lost her BRP while on holiday abroad.**\ Answer: **Elena must apply for a replacement BRP visa to re-enter the UK and then replace her BRP upon return.** 37. **Scenario: Ahmed overstayed his visit visa for two months but has now left the UK.**\ Answer: **Ahmed may face a re-entry ban depending on the length of his overstay and circumstances.** 38. **Scenario: A client married to a British citizen cannot meet the financial requirement for a spouse visa but receives Disability Living Allowance.**\ Answer: **Yes, they can rely on adequate maintenance rather than the financial requirement.** **Legal Processes and Requirements** 39. **Which form is required to extend a Skilled Worker visa?**\ Answer: **d) There is no separate form; the extension is submitted online.** 40. **What is the standard duration for which pre-settled status is granted?**\ Answer: **b) 5 years** 41. **Under the Visitor Rules, what is the maximum number of days a visitor can stay in the UK within a 12-month period?**\ Answer: **c) 180 days** 42. **What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a Start-up visa?**\ Answer: **b) 18 years** **Ethics and Complaints Handling** 43. **An OISC adviser is required to have which of the following for client protection?**\ Answer: **b) Professional indemnity insurance** 44. **If a client files a formal complaint against an adviser, what is the first step the adviser must take?**\ Answer: **b) Investigate and respond promptly** 45. **An adviser must refuse to act for a client if:**\ Answer: **d) Both b) and c)** **Appeals and Reviews** 46. **What is the time limit to lodge an appeal against a visa refusal decision made inside the UK?**\ Answer: **b) 14 calendar days** 47. **What is the role of the Upper Tribunal in immigration cases?**\ Answer: **b) To hear appeals from the First-tier Tribunal** 48. **Which type of appeal is available for a human rights claim refused by the Home Office?**\ Answer: **c) Human Rights Appeal** **Immigration Procedures and Visas** 49. **What document must an employer provide to sponsor a Skilled Worker visa applicant?**\ Answer: **b) Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)** 50. **Which application form is used for switching to a spouse visa from within the UK?**\ Answer: **a) FLR(M)** 51. **How long must a relationship exist before applying for an unmarried partner visa under Appendix FM?**\ Answer: **c) 2 years** 52. **What is the minimum score required for each component of the English language test for a Skilled Worker visa?**\ Answer: **b) B1 across all components** **Legal Requirements and Guidance** 53. **Under which section of the Immigration Rules can a person apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) on the 10-year long residence basis?**\ Answer: **a) Section 276B** 54. **What is the maximum fine for an employer found employing illegal workers?**\ Answer: **c) £20,000 per worker** 55. **Which documents are acceptable proof of identity for an EU Settlement Scheme application?**\ Answer: **a) National ID card or passport** **Scenario-Based Questions** 56. **Scenario: Sarah has applied for a visitor visa but forgot to include her travel insurance.**\ Answer: **No, travel insurance is not mandatory for a UK visitor visa application, but it is strongly advised.** 57. **Scenario: A client missed their biometric appointment due to illness.**\ Answer: **They should contact the visa application center immediately to reschedule the appointment.** 58. **Scenario: A family is applying for a spouse visa, but their sponsor is on maternity leave.**\ Answer: **Yes, statutory maternity pay can be counted as income for the financial requirement.** **Appeals and Administrative Reviews** 59. **Which form is used to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal?**\ Answer: **a) IAFT-1** 60. **What is the maximum time allowed to file for judicial review after receiving a decision?**\ Answer: **c) 3 months** 61. **An administrative review cannot be requested for which of the following?**\ Answer: **c) Refusal of a human rights claim** **Ethics and Adviser Conduct** 62. **An adviser is asked to accept payment in cash for their services. What should they do?**\ Answer: **c) Accept but provide a receipt and record the transaction** 63. **What must an OISC adviser do if they suspect their client is providing false documents?**\ Answer: **c) Refuse to act and notify the OISC if necessary** 64. **A client requests advice on overstaying their visa. What is the ethical response?**\ Answer: **a) Advise them to leave the UK immediately** **Complex Case Scenarios** 65. **Scenario: A Tier 4 (Student) visa holder wishes to switch to a Skilled Worker visa while in the UK.**\ Answer: **Yes, provided they meet the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker visa.** 66. **Scenario: A spouse visa applicant does not meet the financial requirement but is caring for a disabled child.**\ Answer: **Yes, they can apply under exceptional circumstances.** 67. **Scenario: A visitor overstayed by 10 days but has a compelling medical reason.**\ Answer: **No, if they provide sufficient evidence of the compelling reason.** **Immigration Rules and Visa Specifics** 68. **What is the earliest a Skilled Worker visa holder can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)?**\ Answer: **b) After 5 years** 69. **Which visa category allows dependents to accompany the main applicant to the UK?**\ Answer: **d) Both b) and c)** 70. **Which Appendix of the Immigration Rules covers private life claims?**\ Answer: **c) Appendix PL** 71. **What is the minimum age to apply for a UK spouse visa?**\ Answer: **b) 18 years** **Ethical Considerations** 72. **An adviser learns that a client intends to use a false document in their application. What should the adviser do?**\ Answer: **b) Refuse to act and report to the OISC if necessary** 73. **What is the correct action if a client asks for advice outside an adviser's competency level?**\ Answer: **b) Refer the client to another adviser or organization with the appropriate level** 74. **An adviser has misplaced a client's confidential documents. What steps should they take?**\ Answer: **a) Notify the client immediately and take steps to recover the documents** **Scenario-Based Questions** 75. **Scenario: A Tier 2 (Skilled Worker) visa holder changes jobs within the UK.**\ Answer: **Apply for a new Skilled Worker visa with a Certificate of Sponsorship from the new employer.** 76. **Scenario: A visitor visa applicant has a family emergency but cannot provide a detailed itinerary.**\ Answer: **Provide a cover letter explaining the emergency and any supporting evidence, such as medical records or urgent letters.** 77. **Scenario: A client wishes to challenge a visa refusal based on human rights grounds.**\ Answer: **They can file an appeal if eligible or request judicial review if there are legal errors in the decision.** **Appeals and Reviews** 78. **What is the main purpose of an Administrative Review?**\ Answer: **b) To correct caseworking errors in a visa decision** 79. **How much does it cost to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal?**\ Answer: **b) £80 for a paper appeal, £140 for an oral appeal** **Ethics and Professional Conduct** 29. **An OISC adviser must report serious breaches of immigration law to which organization?**\ Answer: **b) The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC)** 30. **If an OISC Level 1 adviser is asked to handle an asylum application, what should they do?**\ Answer: **b) Refer the case to an OISC Level 2 or higher adviser** 31. **What is the maximum compensation an OISC adviser can offer if a complaint is upheld?**\ Answer: **d) No fixed limit** **Immigration Rules and Visa Specifics** 32. **Which Appendix of the Immigration Rules provides guidance for family members applying to join British citizens?**\ Answer: **a) Appendix FM** 33. **What is the cooling-off period for a Skilled Worker visa applicant who has completed a 6-year stay?**\ Answer: **c) 12 months** 34. **Which document must a Tier 4 (Student) visa applicant receive before submitting their visa application?**\ Answer: **b) Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)** 35. **What is the validity period for a biometric residence permit (BRP) issued with a Skilled Worker visa?**\ Answer: **d) Depends on the visa duration** **Scenario-Based Questions** 36. **Scenario: Your client, Elena, has a Skilled Worker visa but lost her BRP while on holiday abroad.**\ Answer: **Elena must apply for a replacement BRP visa to re-enter the UK and then replace her BRP upon return.** 37. **Scenario: Ahmed overstayed his visit visa for two months but has now left the UK.**\ Answer: **Ahmed may face a re-entry ban depending on the length of his overstay and circumstances.** 38. **Scenario: A client married to a British citizen cannot meet the financial requirement for a spouse visa but receives Disability Living Allowance.**\ Answer: **Yes, they can rely on adequate maintenance rather than the financial requirement.** **Legal Processes and Requirements** 39. **Which form is required to extend a Skilled Worker visa?**\ Answer: **d) There is no separate form; the extension is submitted online.** 40. **What is the standard duration for which pre-settled status is granted?**\ Answer: **b) 5 years** 41. **Under the Visitor Rules, what is the maximum number of days a visitor can stay in the UK within a 12-month period?**\ Answer: **c) 180 days** 42. **What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a Start-up visa?**\ Answer: **b) 18 years** **Ethics and Complaints Handling** 43. **An OISC adviser is required to have which of the following for client protection?**\ Answer: **b) Professional indemnity insurance** 44. **If a client files a formal complaint against an adviser, what is the first step the adviser must take?**\ Answer: **b) Investigate and respond promptly** 45. **An adviser must refuse to act for a client if:**\ Answer: **d) Both b) and c)** **Appeals and Reviews** 46. **What is the time limit to lodge an appeal against a visa refusal decision made inside the UK?**\ Answer: **b) 14 calendar days** 47. **What is the role of the Upper Tribunal in immigration cases?**\ Answer: **b) To hear appeals from the First-tier Tribunal** 48. **Which type of appeal is available for a human rights claim refused by the Home Office?**\ Answer: **c) Human Rights Appeal** **Immigration Procedures and Visas** 49. **What document must an employer provide to sponsor a Skilled Worker visa applicant?**\ Answer: **b) Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)** 50. **Which application form is used for switching to a spouse visa from within the UK?**\ Answer: **a) FLR(M)** 51. **How long must a relationship exist before applying for an unmarried partner visa under Appendix FM?**\ Answer: **c) 2 years** 52. **What is the minimum score required for each component of the English language test for a Skilled Worker visa?**\ Answer: **b) B1 across all components** **Legal Requirements and Guidance** 53. **Under which section of the Immigration Rules can a person apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) on the 10-year long residence basis?**\ Answer: **a) Section 276B** 54. **What is the maximum fine for an employer found employing illegal workers?**\ Answer: **c) £20,000 per worker** 55. **Which documents are acceptable proof of identity for an EU Settlement Scheme application?**\ Answer: **a) National ID card or passport** **Scenario-Based Questions** 56. **Scenario: Sarah has applied for a visitor visa but forgot to include her travel insurance.**\ Answer: **No, travel insurance is not mandatory for a UK visitor visa application, but it is strongly advised.** 57. **Scenario: A client missed their biometric appointment due to illness.**\ Answer: **They should contact the visa application center immediately to reschedule the appointment.** 58. **Scenario: A family is applying for a spouse visa, but their sponsor is on maternity leave.**\ Answer: **Yes, statutory maternity pay can be counted as income for the financial requirement.** **Appeals and Administrative Reviews** 59. **Which form is used to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal?**\ Answer: **a) IAFT-1** 60. **What is the maximum time allowed to file for judicial review after receiving a decision?**\ Answer: **c) 3 months** 61. **An administrative review cannot be requested for which of the following?**\ Answer: **c) Refusal of a human rights claim** **Ethics and Adviser Conduct** 62. **An adviser is asked to accept payment in cash for their services. What should they do?**\ Answer: **c) Accept but provide a receipt and record the transaction** 63. **What must an OISC adviser do if they suspect their client is providing false documents?**\ Answer: **c) Refuse to act and notify the OISC if necessary** 64. **A client requests advice on overstaying their visa. What is the ethical response?**\ Answer: **a) Advise them to leave the UK immediately** **Complex Case Scenarios** 65. **Scenario: A Tier 4 (Student) visa holder wishes to switch to a Skilled Worker visa while in the UK.**\ Answer: **Yes, provided they meet the eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker visa.** 66. **Scenario: A spouse visa applicant does not meet the financial requirement but is caring for a disabled child.**\ Answer: **Yes, they can apply under exceptional circumstances.** 67. **Scenario: A visitor overstayed by 10 days but has a compelling medical reason.**\ Answer: **No, if they provide sufficient evidence of the compelling reason.** **Immigration Rules and Visa Specifics** 68. **What is the earliest a Skilled Worker visa holder can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)?**\ Answer: **b) After 5 years** 69. **Which visa category allows dependents to accompany the main applicant to the UK?**\ Answer: **d) Both b) and c)** 70. **Which Appendix of the Immigration Rules covers private life claims?**\ Answer: **c) Appendix PL** 71. **What is the minimum age to apply for a UK spouse visa?**\ Answer: **b) 18 years** **Ethical Considerations** 72. **An adviser learns that a client intends to use a false document in their application. What should the adviser do?**\ Answer: **b) Refuse to act and report to the OISC if necessary** 73. **What is the correct action if a client asks for advice outside an adviser's competency level?**\ Answer: **b) Refer the client to another adviser or organization with the appropriate level** 74. **An adviser has misplaced a client's confidential documents. What steps should they take?**\ Answer: **a) Notify the client immediately and take steps to recover the documents** **Scenario-Based Questions** 75. **Scenario: A Tier 2 (Skilled Worker) visa holder changes jobs within the UK.**\ Answer: **Apply for a new Skilled Worker visa with a Certificate of Sponsorship from the new employer.** 76. **Scenario: A visitor visa applicant has a family emergency but cannot provide a detailed itinerary.**\ Answer: **Provide a cover letter explaining the emergency and any supporting evidence, such as medical records or urgent letters.** 77. **Scenario: A client wishes to challenge a visa refusal based on human rights grounds.**\ Answer: **They can file an appeal if eligible or request judicial review if there are legal errors in the decision.** **Appeals and Reviews** 78. **What is the main purpose of an Administrative Review?**\ Answer: **b) To correct caseworking errors in a visa decision** 79. **How much does it cost to submit an appeal to the First-tier Tribunal?**\ Answer: **b) £80 for a paper appeal, £140 for an oral appeal** 78. **What is the time limit for lodging an appeal from outside the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 28 days **Family and Dependent Visas** 81. **What is the financial requirement for a spouse visa if there are no dependent children?**\ **Answer:** a) £18,600 82. **Can a spouse visa applicant rely on non-cash benefits to meet the financial requirement?**\ **Answer:** c) No, non-cash benefits are not considered 83. **What is the minimum level of accommodation required for a family visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) Shared accommodation with evidence of no overcrowding **General Knowledge** 84. **How long is a biometric residence permit valid for if tied to a 30-month visa?**\ **Answer:** c) 2.5 years 85. **What is the visa duration for someone granted pre-settled status?**\ **Answer:** b) 5 years **Rules** 86. **Under which Appendix of the Immigration Rules can dependents of Skilled Worker visa holders apply?**\ **Answer:** c) Appendix SW 87. **What is the maximum stay allowed on a visitor visa in the UK per visit?**\ **Answer:** b) 6 months 88. **What is the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) fee per year for most visa categories?**\ **Answer:** c) £624 89. **What is the purpose of Appendix AR of the Immigration Rules?**\ **Answer:** b) Administrative review of refusal decisions **Ethics and Adviser Conduct** 90. **What must an OISC adviser include in the client care letter?** **Answer:** b) A detailed breakdown of fees and charges 91. **What should an adviser do if a client insists on submitting false evidence?** **Answer:** a) Refuse to act and explain the consequences to the client 92. **How often must OISC advisers renew their registration?** **Answer:** a) Annually **Scenarios** 93. **Scenario:** A Tier 4 (Student) visa holder has been absent from classes for 2 months without permission.\ **Question:** What action might the sponsoring educational institution take?\ **Answer:** The institution is required to report the student to the Home Office, which could lead to visa curtailment. 94. **Scenario:** A spouse visa applicant earns less than the financial requirement but receives Carer's Allowance.\ **Question:** Can they meet the financial requirement?\ **Answer:** Yes, Carer's Allowance is an acceptable form of income to meet the financial requirement. 95. **Scenario:** A client overstayed their visa by 4 days due to flight cancellations.\ **Question:** Will this affect their future applications?\ **Answer:** Likely not, as the overstay is within the 14-day grace period and has a valid explanation. **Visa Applications** 96. **Which form is used to apply for a Skilled Worker visa from outside the UK?**\ **Answer:** c) Online Skilled Worker Application 97. **What is the minimum amount of savings required to prove maintenance funds for a Skilled Worker visa?**\ **Answer:** b) £1,270 98. **What is the minimum age for a child to qualify as a dependent on a family visa?**\ **Answer:** d) Under 18 years **Appeals and Reviews** 99. **What is the standard timeframe for requesting an Administrative Review after a refusal decision?** **Answer:** b) 14 days 100. **If a visa application is refused due to an error in law, what is the most appropriate next step?**\ **Answer:** b) File for judicial review **General Knowledge** 101. **What is the minimum income requirement for a parent applying under Appendix FM?**\ **Answer:** d) None if the parent is exempt from the financial requirement 102. **What is the maximum duration of stay allowed under pre-settled status?**\ **Answer:** c) 6 months outside the UK in any 12-month period 103. **What is required for a visa holder to sponsor a visitor\'s visa application?**\ **Answer:** b) Proof of relationship and intent to return **Legislation and Acts** 104. **Which Act establishes the legal framework for asylum claims in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 105. **What does Section 3C of the Immigration Act 1971 provide?**\ **Answer:** b) The continuation of lawful status while an application is under consideration or appeal 106. **What is the primary purpose of the British Nationality Act 1981?**\ **Answer:** b) To define British citizenship and other forms of nationality 107. **Under which Act are the rights of EEA nationals protected in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Act 2020 108. **What is the role of the Borders, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009?**\ **Answer:** a) To address border security and immigration enforcement **Visa Types and Eligibility** 109. **What is the minimum salary threshold for most Skilled Worker visa applications (2024 rules)?**\ **Answer:** b) £26,200 110. **What visa category allows an individual to start a business in the UK without a sponsor?**\ **Answer:** a) Start-up visa 111. **Which type of visa is required for someone planning to visit the UK for tourism?**\ **Answer:** a) Visitor visa 112. **What are the primary eligibility requirements for a Student visa?**\ **Answer:** d) Both a) and b) 113. **Which visa category is designed for individuals with exceptional talents in science, arts, or digital technology?**\ **Answer:** c) Global Talent visa **Scenarios** 114. **Scenario:** A client has been refused a Skilled Worker visa due to insufficient funds.\ **Question:** What options do they have?\ **Answer:** They can request an Administrative Review or reapply with sufficient proof of maintenance funds. 115. **Scenario:** A child born in the UK to non-British parents wants to apply for citizenship.\ **Question:** What is the eligibility criterion?\ **Answer:** At least one parent must have settled status or become a British citizen after the child's birth. 116. **Scenario:** A visitor overstays their visa by 10 days.\ **Question:** What might happen if they apply for another visa in the future?\ **Answer:** Overstaying can negatively impact future applications, but if the overstay is under 14 days and has a valid reason, it may be overlooked. **Asylum and Human Rights** 117. **Under which Article of the European Convention on Human Rights is protection against torture and inhuman treatment covered?**\ **Answer:** b) Article 3 118. **What is the main purpose of Section 55 of the Borders, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009?**\ **Answer:** b) To safeguard the welfare of children in immigration matters 119. **How long does an asylum seeker typically wait for a decision on their application in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 6 months **Family and Dependent Visas** 120. **What is the minimum income requirement for sponsoring a spouse with one dependent child?**\ **Answer:** c) £22,400 121. **Which of the following is a valid reason to waive the financial requirement for a spouse visa?**\ **Answer:** d) Both a) and b) 122. **What is the validity of a family visa issued under Appendix FM?**\ **Answer:** a) 2.5 years **Legislation and Acts** 123. **What is the primary function of the Immigration Act 1971?**\ **Answer:** c) It regulates the entry, stay, and removal of individuals from the UK. 124. **Which of the following does the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 introduce?**\ **Answer:** b) The Detention of Asylum Seekers 125. **Under which piece of legislation is the right of EEA nationals to reside in the UK enshrined?**\ **Answer:** b) European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Act 2020 126. **Which Act governs the process for the detention of immigration offenders in the UK?**\ **Answer:** c) Immigration Act 2014 **Visa Types and Eligibility** 127. **What is the maximum length of stay allowed for a visitor visa holder in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) 6 months 128. **Which visa category would someone apply for if they wish to work in the UK under a temporary contract?**\ **Answer:** b) Temporary Worker visa (Tier 5) 129. **To qualify for the Innovator visa, an applicant must have:**\ **Answer:** b) An endorsed business idea that is innovative, viable, and scalable. 130. **What is the eligibility criterion for applying for a Dependent visa under the Skilled Worker route?**\ **Answer:** a) The applicant must be a direct relative of the primary Skilled Worker. 131. **Which visa allows individuals to apply to stay in the UK after completing a degree from a UK educational institution?**\ **Answer:** b) Graduate visa **Scenarios** 132. **Scenario:** A client holds a Skilled Worker visa but has changed employers. The new employer is willing to sponsor their visa application.\ **Question:** What must the client do to maintain their visa status?\ **Answer:** The client must apply to update their visa and inform the Home Office of the change in employment. 133. **Scenario:** A person with an existing Tier 4 visa wishes to switch to a Skilled Worker visa. They have an offer from a licensed sponsor.\ **Question:** What is required to switch from a Tier 4 visa to a Skilled Worker visa?\ **Answer:** The individual must submit a new application for the Skilled Worker visa, ensuring they meet all relevant requirements. 134. **Scenario:** A Tier 2 (General) visa holder has been made redundant.\ **Question:** What options does the individual have to remain in the UK?\ **Answer:** The individual must either find a new sponsor or leave the UK unless they have valid leave remaining or apply for a different visa category. **Asylum and Human Rights** 135. **Which of the following is a requirement for someone seeking asylum in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) They must submit an asylum claim within 10 days of entry. 136. **What is the role of the Refugee Convention in UK asylum claims?**\ **Answer:** b) It determines the criteria for recognizing someone as a refugee. 137. **Under the European Convention on Human Rights, which article protects the right to family life?**\ **Answer:** c) Article 8 **Family and Dependent Visas** 138. **What is the minimum income requirement for a UK sponsor applying for a partner visa under Appendix FM?**\ **Answer:** a) £18,600 139. **Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a spouse visa under the family immigration rules?**\ **Answer:** d) Proof that the applicant has lived in the UK for at least 5 years. 140. **Which of the following visa types is most commonly used for bringing a dependent child to the UK?**\ **Answer:** c) Family visa (Appendix FM) **Miscellaneous** 141. **What does the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) allow visa holders to do?**\ **Answer:** a) Access NHS healthcare services 142. **What should an OISC adviser do if they suspect a client is misrepresenting information to the Home Office?**\ **Answer:** d) Refuse to act and explain the consequences of misrepresentation. **Legislation and Acts** 143. **Under the Immigration Act 1971, what is the main provision for illegal entry into the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) A person may be detained if they enter the UK illegally. 144. **What does the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 allow regarding asylum seekers?**\ **Answer:** c) It establishes grounds for appealing asylum decisions. 145. **Which of the following Acts introduced the concept of \"leave to remain\" for asylum seekers in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 146. **What does the Immigration (Leave to Enter) Order 2000 govern?**\ **Answer:** a) The rules for entry clearance applications from outside the UK. 147. **The European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Act 2020 provides what specific protection for EU nationals?**\ **Answer:** b) It allows EU nationals to continue residing in the UK post-Brexit under settled or pre-settled status. **Visa Types and Eligibility** 148. **Which visa category is designed for individuals who wish to visit the UK for medical treatment?**\ **Answer:** a) Visitor visa (Medical Treatment) 149. **Which of the following is a requirement for a Skilled Worker visa?**\ **Answer:** a) The applicant must have an offer of employment from a licensed sponsor in the UK. 150. **Which of the following is true regarding the Global Talent visa?**\ **Answer:** b) The applicant must be endorsed by a recognized UK body. 151. **What is the purpose of the Innovator visa?**\ **Answer:** b) To enable individuals with an innovative business idea to start a business in the UK. 152. **To qualify for the Youth Mobility Scheme visa, the applicant must be from which of the following countries?**\ **Answer:** d) All of the above **Scenarios** 153. **Scenario:** A client wants to apply for a Visitor visa but has a criminal conviction from 5 years ago.\ **Question:** What should be considered in their application?\ **Answer:** The criminal conviction must be disclosed, and the applicant must demonstrate they no longer pose a risk to public safety. The Home Office will consider the nature of the conviction and the time elapsed. 154. **Scenario:** An individual on a Tier 4 (General) student visa has graduated and now wants to work in the UK under a Skilled Worker visa.\ **Question:** What is the process for switching from a Tier 4 visa to a Skilled Worker visa?\ **Answer:** The applicant must apply for the Skilled Worker visa while holding valid leave under the Tier 4 visa, and they must have a job offer from a licensed sponsor. 155. **Scenario:** A person has been living in the UK on a Visitor visa and is seeking to apply for asylum.\ **Question:** Can this individual apply for asylum from within the UK, or must they return to their home country?\ **Answer:** The individual can apply for asylum from within the UK as long as they meet the eligibility requirements for asylum. **Asylum and Human Rights** 156. **Which of the following would NOT be a valid reason to claim asylum under the 1951 Refugee Convention?**\ **Answer:** d) Fearing criminal prosecution for a civil offense 157. **What does Article 31 of the Refugee Convention relate to?**\ **Answer:** c) The prohibition of penalties for illegal entry by asylum seekers. 158. **What is the general requirement for an asylum seeker to be granted refugee status in the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) The applicant must demonstrate they are at risk of torture or inhumane treatment in their home country. 159. **Which of the following is true regarding the right to family reunification under UK immigration law?**\ **Answer:** c) Family reunification is generally available to those with indefinite leave to remain or refugee status. **Family and Dependent Visas** 160. **What evidence is required when applying for a Family visa to join a partner in the UK?**\ **Answer:** d) All of the above. 161. **What is the minimum financial requirement for sponsoring a non-EEA partner under the family immigration rules?**\ **Answer:** a) £18,600 162. **What is the requirement for dependents of Skilled Worker visa holders?**\ **Answer:** a) They must show that they can financially support themselves without public funds. **Legislation and Acts** 163. **Which of the following is a consequence of the Immigration Act 2014 for migrants with irregular status?**\ **Answer:** b) They are subject to a ban on re-entry for up to 10 years. 164. **Under the Immigration Act 2016, which of the following are public sector bodies required to do?**\ **Answer:** b) Check the immigration status of individuals seeking public services. 165. **The Immigration (Health and Social Care Staff) Order 2020 allows workers from which category to work in the UK without restrictions?**\ **Answer:** b) Healthcare and social care staff who are non-EU nationals with specific skills. **Visa Types and Eligibility** 166. **Which visa category is intended for individuals who wish to visit the UK to study, attend training, or participate in a government exchange programme?**\ **Answer:** a) Student Visitor visa 167. **Which of the following is a key requirement for obtaining a Tier 2 (General) visa?**\ **Answer:** b) The applicant must have a job offer with a salary above £30,000. 168. **What type of visa should a high-net-worth individual wishing to invest £2 million or more in the UK apply for?**\ **Answer:** a) Tier 1 (Investor) visa 169. **A client wishes to bring their spouse to the UK on a Family visa. What evidence is required?**\ **Answer:** d) All of the above. 170. **What is the maximum duration for a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker) visa for a non-governmental sector job?**\ **Answer:** c) 2 years **Scenarios** 171. **Scenario:** A client who has overstayed their visa is now married to a UK citizen and wishes to regularize their stay.\ **Question:** What steps should the client take to rectify their immigration status?\ **Answer:** The client should apply for a Spouse visa under the family immigration rules. They must provide evidence of their relationship, meet the financial requirement, and be able to demonstrate their intention to live together. Overstaying may affect the application, and the client could be subject to a penalty or refusal depending on the circumstances. 172. **Scenario:** An individual has been in the UK on a Visitor visa for three months and now wants to apply for a Tier 4 Student visa.\ **Question:** Can the individual switch from a Visitor visa to a Tier 4 Student visa without leaving the UK?\ **Answer:** No, an individual cannot switch from a Visitor visa to a Tier 4 visa while remaining in the UK. They must leave the UK and apply for a Tier 4 visa from outside the UK. 173. **Scenario:** A non-EEA national wishes to bring their children under the age of 18 to the UK while they are on a Tier 2 (General) visa.\ **Question:** What type of visa should the children apply for?\ **Answer:** The children should apply for a dependent visa under the Tier 2 (General) route. They will need to meet the requirements for dependent family members and provide evidence of their relationship to the primary visa holder. **Asylum and Human Rights** 174. **Which of the following would NOT be a reason for an asylum claim to be rejected under UK immigration law?**\ **Answer:** d) The applicant has a family member who can provide protection in their home country. 175. **Under the European Convention on Human Rights, which article protects an individual from being deported to a country where they risk facing torture?**\ **Answer:** b) Article 3 176. **What is the primary condition for a claim under the Human Rights Act 1998 to succeed?**\ **Answer:** b) The individual must show that deportation would violate one of their protected rights, such as the right to family life. **Family and Dependent Visas** 177. **Which of the following is a requirement for a Dependant visa under the Tier 4 (Student) visa route?**\ **Answer:** a) The applicant must prove they are financially dependent on the main applicant. 178. **A Tier 2 (General) visa holder\'s dependent spouse wishes to apply for a work visa. What is the requirement for the spouse to work?**\ **Answer:** b) The spouse can work full-time without restrictions once granted a dependent visa. 179. **What is the maximum age limit for children to be eligible to apply for a dependent visa under the Tier 2 (General) route?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 **Immigration Rules and Legislation** 180. **What is the primary purpose of the Immigration and Nationality Act 2006?**\ **Answer:** b) To strengthen penalties for illegal immigration and facilitate deportation procedures. 181. **What does the Immigration (Leave to Enter and Remain) Act 2007 specify regarding the entry of non-EEA nationals?**\ **Answer:** b) Non-EEA nationals must apply for and receive prior authorization for entry under the visa regime. 182. **Under the Immigration (Control of Entry) Regulations 2003, which of the following groups are subject to immigration control when arriving in the UK?**\ **Answer:** c) All non-citizens seeking entry, including those on visitor and transit visas. **Visa Types and Requirements** 183. **Which visa allows foreign entrepreneurs to set up and operate a business in the UK?**\ **Answer:** a) Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visa 184. **Under the Skilled Worker route, what is the minimum salary threshold for applicants from outside the EU?**\ **Answer:** c) £26,200 185. **Which of the following is a requirement for obtaining a Tier 4 (Student) visa?**\ **Answer:** a) Evidence of sufficient financial support to cover living and tuition costs. 186. **Which visa category allows an individual to enter the UK for up to 6 months for the purpose of attending a short course of study or research?**\ **Answer:** a) Short-term Study visa **Human Rights and Protection** 187. **Which international convention is primarily cited when considering asylum claims based on persecution?**\ **Answer:** c) The 1951 Refugee Convention 188. **What is the definition of \'refugee\' according to the 1951 Refugee Convention?**\ **Answer:** b) An individual who has fled their country because of fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. 189. **Under the European Convention on Human Rights, which article prohibits torture and inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment?**\ **Answer:** b) Article 3 190. **An applicant for asylum in the UK claims that they will face torture if returned to their home country. Which of the following acts would violate the UK\'s obligations under international law?**\ **Answer:** b) Deporting the applicant to their country of origin. **Family and Dependant Visas** 191. **A UK citizen's spouse from a non-EEA country wishes to apply for a Family visa. What is the minimum financial requirement for the UK citizen to meet?**\ **Answer:** a) £18,600 per year 192. **Which of the following documents is typically required for a dependant visa application for a Tier 2 (General) visa holder?**\ **Answer:** a) Proof of relationship to the Tier 2 visa holder. 193. **Which of the following is a key requirement for children of Tier 2 visa holders to apply for a dependant visa?**\ **Answer:** a) The children must be under the age of 21. **OISC Level 1 Knowledge and Role of Advisors** 194. **Which of the following is NOT within the scope of an OISC Level 1 advisor?**\ **Answer:** b) Giving legal representation at hearings in immigration tribunals. 195. **What must an OISC Level 1 advisor do if they are unsure about a legal question or need to provide advice outside their scope?**\ **Answer:** a) Refer the client to a higher-level OISC advisor or a solicitor. 196. **What should an OISC Level 1 advisor do if they identify an issue that could require legal representation beyond their scope?**\ **Answer:** c) Inform the client that they must seek legal advice from a solicitor. **Visa Types and Applications** 197. **Which visa allows an individual to come to the UK to undertake a job with an approved sponsor under the Tier 2 (General) category?**\ **Answer:** b) Skilled Worker visa 198. **What is the primary purpose of a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker) visa?**\ **Answer:** b) To enable non-EEA nationals to engage in temporary employment, work placements, or training. 199. **Which of the following is required when applying for a Tier 4 (Student) visa?**\ **Answer:** b) Proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition fees and living expenses. 200. **Which visa category allows a person to enter the UK for the purpose of attending a business meeting or conference?**\ **Answer:** a) Visitor visa (Business) 201. **An applicant for a Tier 2 (General) visa must demonstrate that they have a salary which meets the minimum salary requirement. What is the minimum salary for a person applying in this category?**\ **Answer:** c) £25,600 per year 202. **Which of the following is a requirement for the Tier 1 (Investor) visa?**\ **Answer:** b) Investment of at least £2 million in the UK economy. **Immigration and Human Rights Law** 203. **Which article of the European Convention on Human Rights guarantees the right to a fair trial?**\ **Answer:** b) Article 6 204. **Which of the following acts or conventions provides the foundation for asylum seekers in the UK to claim protection from persecution?**\ **Answer:** b) The Refugee Convention of 1951 205. **Which of the following is an eligible ground for asylum under UK law?**\ **Answer:** b) Fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, or political opinion 206. **Which of the following is a valid reason for refusing an asylum claim in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) The applicant's claim is deemed manifestly unfounded or they are considered a threat to national security. **Family and Dependent Visas** 207. **What is the financial requirement for a UK citizen to sponsor their spouse from a non-EEA country for a Family visa?**\ **Answer:** b) £18,600 per year 208. **What is the maximum age for a child dependent visa applicant under UK immigration rules?**\ **Answer:** b) 18 years old 209. **Which document is required for a family member to join a Tier 2 visa holder in the UK as a dependent?**\ **Answer:** a) A marriage certificate or birth certificate, where applicable **OISC Level 1 Knowledge and Role of Advisors** 210. **What is the role of an OISC Level 1 advisor?**\ **Answer:** b) Advise clients on immigration matters and assist with filling out application forms 211. **Which of the following activities is beyond the scope of an OISC Level 1 advisor?**\ **Answer:** b) Giving oral legal advice during an immigration tribunal hearing 212. **What is the first step an OISC Level 1 advisor should take when they are unsure about a client's case?**\ **Answer:** c) Refer the client to a higher-level advisor or solicitor 213. **Which of the following would be a breach of OISC regulations for Level 1 advisors?**\ **Answer:** c) Providing legal representation at a tribunal hearing **Visa Types and Applications** 214. **Which visa category is for individuals wishing to come to the UK for a temporary work placement?**\ **Answer:** b) Tier 5 (Temporary Worker) visa 215. **What is the purpose of a Tier 1 (Investor) visa?**\ **Answer:** c) To allow individuals to invest a significant amount of capital into the UK economy. 216. **Which of the following is required when applying for a Tier 2 (General) visa?**\ **Answer:** b) A job offer from a UK employer that holds a valid sponsor licence. 217. **For a Tier 4 (Student) visa, which of the following documents must an applicant submit?**\ **Answer:** c) Proof of English language proficiency and sufficient funds. 218. **Which visa is intended for individuals who wish to visit the UK for business purposes for up to 6 months?**\ **Answer:** b) Visitor visa (Business) **Human Rights and Protection** 219. **Which of the following is NOT a valid ground for claiming asylum in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) Economic hardship. 220. **Which article of the European Convention on Human Rights protects an individual's right to life?**\ **Answer:** b) Article 2 221. **An asylum claim is made based on a fear of political persecution. Which international law protects this claim?**\ **Answer:** a) The 1967 Protocol relating to the Status of Refugees 222. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, what should the UK government do if an asylum applicant faces a risk of torture in their home country?**\ **Answer:** c) Allow the applicant to remain in the UK until a final decision is made on their claim. **Family and Dependent Visas** 223. **For a UK resident to sponsor a spouse visa application, which of the following financial requirements must they meet?**\ **Answer:** a) The sponsor must earn at least £18,600 per year. 224. **Which visa allows the spouse or civil partner of a UK citizen or settled person to live and work in the UK?**\ **Answer:** b) Family visa (Spouse or Civil Partner) 225. **Which family members can apply for a dependant visa under a Tier 2 visa holder's application?**\ **Answer:** c) The spouse and children under 18, and in some cases, older children **OISC Level 1 Knowledge and Role of Advisors** 226. **An OISC Level 1 advisor has received a client's documents but is uncertain whether the client qualifies for the requested visa. What should the advisor do?**\ **Answer:** d) Refer the client to a higher-level OISC advisor or solicitor. 227. **What is the maximum period an OISC Level 1 advisor may provide advice on immigration matters before requiring referral to a higher-level advisor?**\ **Answer:** c) For matters covered by the OISC Level 1 training and regulations. 228. **Which of the following is a responsibility of an OISC Level 1 advisor when providing advice to clients?**\ **Answer:** b) To act within the scope of their OISC Level 1 competence 229. **An OISC Level 1 advisor has identified an issue that requires legal representation in a tribunal. What is the appropriate course of action?**\ **Answer:** c) Refer the client to a solicitor or a higher-level advisor. **OISC Act and Regulations** 230. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, which of the following activities is regulated by the OISC?**\ **Answer:** c) Providing immigration advice and services to individuals 231. **Which section of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 established the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC)?**\ **Answer:** a) Section 84 232. **What is the purpose of the OISC according to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** b) To regulate immigration advisors and ensure they meet the required standards 233. **Who is required to register with the OISC under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** c) All individuals or organizations providing immigration advice for a fee or in a business capacity 234. **What are the penalties for providing immigration advice without registration with the OISC under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** c) A fine or imprisonment 235. **According to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, which of the following must a Level 1 advisor under the OISC do before providing advice?**\ **Answer:** b) Complete the necessary OISC training and obtain registration 236. **Under the OISC guidelines, what is the maximum level of advice an OISC Level 1 advisor is permitted to give?**\ **Answer:** c) Advice on general immigration matters and completion of application forms 237. **According to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, the OISC is responsible for which of the following functions**\ **Answer:** c) Ensuring that immigration advisors follow the regulatory standards 238. **Which of the following statements about OISC Level 1 advisors is true under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** c) They can only assist clients with basic applications and forms. 239. **Under the OISC Act, which type of immigration advice is considered illegal without proper registration?**\ **Answer:** b) Offering legal representation in a tribunal without authorization 240. **What is the role of the OISC in handling complaints about immigration advisors?**\ **Answer:** b) The OISC can investigate complaints and impose sanctions on unqualified or unregistered advisors. **OISC Regulations and Code of Conduct** 241. **Under OISC regulations, which of the following is an advisor's primary responsibility when advising a client?**\ **Answer:** b) To act in the best interests of the client while following the law and regulatory standards 242. **Which of the following is a requirement of the OISC Code of Conduct for immigration advisors?**\ **Answer:** a) Advisors must provide clients with written contracts 243. **Which section of the OISC Code of Conduct requires advisors to maintain confidentiality about the client's case?**\ **Answer:** a) Section 3: Confidentiality and Privacy **OISC Act and Regulations** 230. **What is regulated by the OISC under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** Providing immigration advice and services to individuals. 231. **Which section of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 established the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC)?**\ **Answer:** Section 84. 232. **What is the purpose of the OISC according to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** To regulate immigration advisors and ensure they meet the required standards. 233. **Who is required to register with the OISC under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** All individuals or organizations providing immigration advice for a fee or in a business capacity. 234. **What are the penalties for providing immigration advice without registration with the OISC?**\ **Answer:** A fine or imprisonment. 235. **What must a Level 1 advisor do before providing immigration advice under the OISC guidelines?**\ **Answer:** Complete the necessary OISC training and obtain registration. 236. **What is the maximum level of advice an OISC Level 1 advisor is permitted to give?**\ **Answer:** Advice on general immigration matters and completion of application forms. 237. **Which functions is the OISC responsible for under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** Ensuring that immigration advisors follow the regulatory standards. 238. **Which statement about OISC Level 1 advisors is true under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** They can only assist clients with basic applications and forms. 239. **Which type of immigration advice is considered illegal without proper registration under the OISC Act?**\ **Answer:** Offering legal representation in a tribunal without authorization. 240. **What is the role of the OISC in handling complaints about immigration advisors?**\ **Answer:** The OISC can investigate complaints and impose sanctions on unqualified or unregistered advisors. **OISC Regulations and Code of Conduct** 241. **What is an advisor's primary responsibility when advising a client under OISC regulations?**\ **Answer:** To act in the best interests of the client while following the law and regulatory standards. 242. **Which of the following is a requirement of the OISC Code of Conduct for immigration advisors?**\ **Answer:** Advisors must provide clients with written contracts. 243. **Which section of the OISC Code of Conduct requires advisors to maintain confidentiality about the client's case?**\ **Answer:** Section 3: Confidentiality and Privacy. **OISC Act and Regulations (Continued)** 244. **What must an immigration advisor do if they wish to offer services outside their OISC level of competence?**\ **Answer:** They must refer the client to an advisor with the appropriate level of competence. 245. **Which type of individuals are excluded from the OISC registration requirement?**\ **Answer:** Solicitors or barristers regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) or Bar Standards Board (BSB). 246. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, what must all immigration advisors do when providing advice?**\ **Answer:** Ensure that the advice provided is accurate, legal, and in the best interest of the client. 247. **What is the legal status of an immigration advisor who provides services without being registered with the OISC?**\ **Answer:** They are committing an offence under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999. 248. **What is the primary function of the OISC in relation to immigration services?**\ **Answer:** To regulate, monitor, and ensure that immigration advisors comply with the required standards of practice. 249. **What type of sanction may the OISC impose on an advisor found in breach of its standards?**\ **Answer:** The OISC may issue a warning, impose a fine, or remove the advisor\'s registration. 250. **What is required for an immigration advisor to maintain their registration with the OISC?**\ **Answer:** Continuous compliance with the OISC standards and the completion of any necessary ongoing professional development. 251. **Which level of OISC registration allows an advisor to provide basic immigration advice, including assisting with application forms?**\ **Answer:** Level 1. 252. **According to the OISC regulations, which of the following is NOT considered to be a breach of the Code of Conduct?**\ **Answer:** Providing free advice in a charitable capacity. 253. **What does the OISC require from Level 1 advisors in relation to clients' documentation?**\ **Answer:** Advisors must ensure that client documentation is handled confidentially and securely. 254. **If an OISC advisor receives a complaint from a client, what must they do?**\ **Answer:** Investigate the complaint and resolve it in line with the OISC Code of Conduct and their own internal procedures. 255. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, how can an immigration advisor resolve any professional disputes?**\ **Answer:** They should first attempt to resolve the matter through communication with the client or refer to the OISC's formal complaint process. **OISC Level 1 Exam: Act-Related Questions** 1. **Which of the following sections of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 established the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC)?**\ **Answer:** b) Section 84 2. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, who is responsible for regulating immigration advisors?**\ **Answer:** c) OISC (Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner) 3. **According to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, which of the following is true regarding immigration advisors?**\ **Answer:** b) Immigration advisors must register with the OISC if providing services for a fee. 4. **Which type of advice is prohibited unless an immigration advisor is registered with the OISC under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** d) Advice on immigration and visa matters for a fee 5. **Which of the following must be true for a person to be allowed to offer immigration advice under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** b) They must be an OISC-registered advisor 6. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, which of the following is an offence?**\ **Answer:** b) Offering paid immigration advice without OISC registration 7. **What penalties can be imposed under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 for someone providing immigration advice without being registered with the OISC?**\ **Answer:** b) A fine and/or imprisonment 8. **Which of the following is a requirement for all Level 1 OISC advisors under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** c) Complete registration with the OISC 9. **According to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, what is the role of the OISC in relation to immigration advisors?**\ **Answer:** b) To ensure advisors comply with the professional standards of practice 10. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, which of the following is a breach of the regulations?**\ **Answer:** c) A registered advisor providing services outside their registration level **OISC Level 1 Exam: Acts Questions** 1. **Which section of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 established the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC)?**\ **Answer:** Section 84. 2. **According to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, who regulates the provision of immigration advice in the UK?**\ **Answer:** The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC). 3. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, who must register with the OISC to provide immigration advice?**\ **Answer:** All individuals and organizations providing immigration advice or services for a fee. 4. **Which of the following is an offence under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** Providing immigration advice for a fee without being registered with the OISC. 5. **What must an individual do if they wish to provide immigration advice and services under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** They must be registered with the OISC and comply with the OISC regulations. 6. **Which of the following does the OISC regulate under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** Immigration advisors providing services for a fee. 7. **What penalty may be imposed on an individual who provides immigration advice without being registered with the OISC under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** A fine and/or imprisonment. 8. **Which of the following is true about an OISC Level 1 advisor under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** Level 1 advisors can provide general immigration advice and help with completing application forms. 9. **Which of the following can result in the suspension or removal of an advisor's registration under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** Breaching the OISC Code of Conduct or providing immigration advice outside the registered level. 10. **Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, which of the following is a valid reason for an immigration advisor to refer a client to a higher-level advisor?**\ **Answer:** If the client's case is too complex for the advisor's registered level of competence. 11. **According to the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, which of the following must an immigration advisor do when providing services to a client?**\ **Answer:** Ensure the advice provided is accurate, legal, and in the best interest of the client. 12. **What is the primary role of the OISC under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999?**\ **Answer:** To regulate immigration advisors and ensure they follow professional standards and the law. 13. **Which of the following must an immigration advisor do when offering services to a client, according to the Immigration and Asylum Act 19