Assertive communication, confidence, good judgement, confidence handling people from different backgrounds, ability to remain calm and collected under stressful conditions, etc are the essential skills needed to succeed as an Assistant Immigration Officer. The job of the assistant immigration officer is to help the Immigration officer with controlling the influx of immigrants and to make sure the immigrants pass into the country do so legally.

You prepare reports of your actions in accurate, straightforward manner. Reporting is one important part of your job. Assertive communication is also an essential trait you must develop, to be fully successful in this career.

Foreign language skills, while not essential will come handy, while handling people from different parts of Europe and from around the world.

Good understanding of the immigration laws, fairness, fearlessness and tact are all essential elements that would help you succeed in your profession. After you join as an Assistant Immigration Officer, you can undergo further training, which entitles you for promotion.