FT+WP+T1G When should I apply for the ILR?

[fansn]

Hi, I'm a T1G holder and going to apply for ILR this year. I started job with fresh talent visa in 05/2006. My WP started on 14/10/2006 and expires on 13/10/2011 but my working visa was issued on 01/12/2011. I applied for T1G in 2008 and the visa expires on 17/12/2011.

I'm bit confused with the date on which I should apply for ILR. Does "5 years" start from 14/10/2006 or 01/12/2011? I'm sure I can apply for the ILR no later than 03/11/2011 but is there any chance to apply for it early?

Thanks for your help!

[geriatrix]

my working visa was issued on 01/12/2011.

That date is yet to pass.

Anyhow, you cannot include your stay in UK under "fresh talent" category in the qualifying residential period for settlement.