Vary FLR(M) to ILR

[Junobi123]

Dear All,
I have read a number of posts on this matter but was wondering if someone had suggestions about how to handle.
My current (2nd 30-month) visa expires 4 March 2018. I will complete my 60 months on 4 April 2018. 28 days before the 60-month period is 7 March 2018, 3 days after my current visa expires.
- Do I have to extend my current visa before applying for my ILR?
- Is there a cheaper way than paying the £1.5k+ and then the ILR fee of £2k+ a few days later?
- Shouldn’t the Home Office have issued my 2nd visa to cover my 60 months? If so, is there something I can do about it now?
Thanks in advance for all your help!

[CR001]

You need to provide a bit more information.

On what date did you enter the UK with your spouse visa?

What was the initial start and expiry date of the first visa and the second visa?

What date did you apply for the extension and did you apply by post or in person?

[Junobi123]

Hi!
Hoping you all can help. My spousal visa expires 4 March but my 60 months to apply for my ILR only is on 4 April. Does it make sense to apply to extend my visa now and then request to vary the application to an ILR 2 weeks later as I should be eligible to apply for my ILR 60 months less 28 days?
Thanks for any advice!

[CR001]

I have merged your topics. Please keep your questions in one thread.

I have also asked you questions when you posted in January, which would be helpful if you could respond to if you expect any useful advice.