When completing the application form you should consider both the levels (complexity of work to be undertaken) and categories of advice (areas of knowledge) that you wish to work at. Details of the work covered at each level and category can be found in the guidance on competence issued by the commissioner. The levels include:
level 1: basic immigration advice within the Immigration Rules
level 2: more complex casework, including applications outside the Immigration Rules
level 3: appeals
You should apply for regulation at the level that reflects your competence and service. If you are uncertain as to what is appropriate for you, please read the guidance on competence.
4.1 Providing immigration advice at more than one level If you wish to operate at different levels for categories of advice, you should complete a competence statement at the highest level for any specific category. If you are applying for level 2 in the categories of entry clearance, leave to remain and nationality, but level 1 in asylum, then you need only complete a level 2 competence statement. You can apply to move up levels in the future, but will have to submit a new application and pay a further fee.
4.2 Transferring regulation to another organisation Your regulation with the commissioner is not transferable to another organisation. You can apply for regulation with another organisation, but you must submit a competence statement through the new organisation and wait for the commissioner to approve the application. However, should you be transferring from one OISC organisation to another within 6 months at the same levels and categories, then we do not require a competence statement, we require written confirmation from the new organisation you are joining. This must be approved by the commissioner before you are able to start working at the new organisation. The commissioner must provide you with the authorisation individually for each organisation you work for.