Parents given only 5 months

[l1b_cos_h1b]

One of my friend's parents came recently to US.

 

They came after staying in India for 2+ years.

 

For some reason they got around 5 months stay as per I-94.

 

Does anyone know what could be the reason?

 

Is there anyway we can get it extended from 5 months to 6??

 

Thanks.

[jairichi]

There is never a guarantee that a visitor gets an I94 valid for 6 months. Without a valid reason there is no point in applying for an extension.

[JoeF]

Isn't 5 months enough for a vacation?

[rahul412]

There is no reason for that. It's not mandatory that visitor should get 6 months of I94.

[l1b_cos_h1b]

Thanks everyone for your comments.

 

I forgot to mention in my previous question. The reason for was because the return ticket is booked and is beyond the date on the I-94.

 

As per your inputs, it looks like there is no other option but to change the return flight. Is that correct?

[ashuneel]

Yes. It would be safe to reschedule departure flights.

[jairichi]

Thanks everyone for your comments.

 

I forgot to mention in my previous question. The reason for was because the return ticket is booked and is beyond the date on the I-94.

 

As per your inputs, it looks like there is no other option but to change the return flight. Is that correct?

There is one option available. They can file for an extension of stay before I94 expiry. Since they have no valid reason their request will be denied. It takes 3 to 4 months for USCIS to make that decision. As long they exit before a decision is made by USCIS their visa stays valid. But, this EOS petition will be in their record.