1. can i switch from tier 1 entrepreneur to tier 2 general visa? yes, you can. Based on Immigration Rules Part 6a, Paragraph 245HD 2. Does combination of both the visa's will count to ILR [5 years] to apply? As long as you apply for ILR under Tier 2, the time spent on Tier 1E counts towards your 5 ...

i checked the
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration ... sed-system
as explained by zimba88 earlier for question 2, but I couldnt find where it states you can switch to tier 2. Can zimba88 please expantiate