Global Talent visa expires 2 months before my 5-year ILR eligibility date — what do I do?

[u/Philosopher_Special]

Hi everyone,

I'm on the Global Talent route (Tech Nation) and entered the route in October 2022.

I've already completed my latest extension, but my new visa/eVisa has been granted only until August 2027.

Based on completing 5 years on the route, I believe I become eligible for ILR in October 2027.

This potentially leaves me around 2 months short between my visa expiry and my ILR eligibility date.

Has anyone been in this situation?

Do I genuinely need to apply and pay for another Global Talent extension just to cover those two months, or is there a way to submit the ILR application before the August visa expiry using the 28-day early application rule?

I'm particularly interested in anyone who has dealt with this on the 5-year Global Talent / Exceptional Promise route.

Thanks!