Quote Originally Posted by vernier caliper View Post
This does not clarify whether a Fiancée Visa is a qualifying visa. I think it is, which is why I suggested she can apply in March. Do you think otherwise? I'm interested to learn if I am wrong as it will affect my ILR application date in the future too. Thank you.
Sometimes it's not helpful to copy & paste ambigious UKBA wording which doesn't clearly answer the question.

The qualifying period for ILR (in the case of the OP) is 24 months living in the UK as a Spouse. It DOES NOT include any time spent in the UK under Fiancee Visa

ILR application can be made 28 days before reaching the end of the 24 month qualifying period.

Given that an FLR(M) application is made after UK marriage, it will usually be issued for 24 months duration. Meaning that normally the earliest time to apply ILR is 28 days before FLR(M) expiry.


Before applying for your ILR you will need to have a pass certificate for "Life in UK" test.