ILR Eligibility

[rs44]

My wife came as a Tier 1 dependent in Aug 2010

In Aug 2012 changed to Tier 2 due to the requirement for GP training
  (Current Tier 2 visa expires 3rd Jan 2017).
However 4yr training finishes in Dec 2016.

Queries

1. Can she apply for ILR now taking into account - times spent in Tier 1 dependent visa and Tier 2 visa for continued residence  ?

2. If she can't apply for ILR can she get a new employer sponsor and apply for a new Tier 2 visa?

3. I hold ILR now. Can she become my dependant?
Please note in her last visa extension she was not in the dependant visa.

[CR001]

1. Can she apply for ILR now taking into account - times spent in Tier 1 dependent visa and Tier 2 visa for continued residence ?

No. She cannot combine time spent as dependent and as main visa holder to make up 5 years.

2. If she can't apply for ILR can she get a new employer sponsor and apply for a new Tier 2 visa?

Yes, a new sponsor or an extension.

3. I hold ILR now. Can she become my dependant?

Yes, apply before visa expires on FLR(M) if you/she meets all the requirements. This will be a new 5 year (2 x 2.5 year visas) to ILR (or 10 years long residence if she reaches that first).

[rs44]

Thanks a lot CR001 for the prompt and clear reply.