No, a fiance visa does not count towards Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK.
A fiance visa is a temporary visa that allows the holder to enter the UK for a period of six months for the purpose of marrying their partner and applying for further leave to remain as a spouse. After the six-month period, the holder must either leave the UK or apply for further leave to remain as a spouse.
To qualify for ILR in the UK, an individual typically needs to have been living in the UK for a certain period of time, usually five years, on a qualifying visa, such as a spouse visa or a work visa. The specific requirements for ILR can vary depending on the type of visa and individual circumstances.
It’s important to note that although a fiance visa does not count towards ILR, it may be a stepping stone to obtaining ILR if the holder subsequently applies for and is granted a spouse visa, and then meets the requirements for ILR after living in the UK for the necessary period of time.