Most B-1/B-2 visa holders are allowed to stay in the U.S. for up to 180 days per visit.

Frequent long stays (e.g., multiple 5-6 month visits per year) can trigger red flags during future entries.

Even one day past your authorized I-94 date can cause future visa denials or bans

You can apply to extend your stay using Form I-539, but approval is not guaranteed

To avoid suspicion, maintain and show proof of ties to your home country—like a job, home, or family