Quote Originally Posted by bagaholic View Post
Hello,
I came here in spouse visa last 2005 but unfortunately i didnt know that i have to take a test to become a resident here, it was too late for me to find out that i ahve to before i can apply ILR, i felt that i diddnt have enough time to study so i applied for extention instead, and yes they will xtend her visa for another 2 years, i just took the test this january and i passed it, i have thesame question can i apply for the ILR now or do i have to wait til my visa expire this oct,any help much appreciated!!!
Arrived 2005 so you were supposed to apply ILR 2007 and we are now year 2009..you left it too long

You can apply for your ILR after you've completed your 24 months of stay (start date since you arrived in UK with your spouse visa).

Even though Im very confident to answer your query, Its also a good idea to ask advice from Home Office.