What may members ordered to overseas commands request regarding overseas tour length?

• A. A one year increase to the established overseas tour length
• B. A six month decrease
• C. A two year increase
• D. No change allowed

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that service members ordered to overseas commands can request an adjustment to how long they stay overseas, up to a limited increase. Specifically, you may request an extension of the established overseas tour length by up to one year, and this request must go through the proper command and personnel channels for approval. This option exists to help accommodate personal or family needs while still meeting mission requirements. Longer increases, such as two years, exceed the allowed limit, and decreases to shorten the tour aren’t the permitted adjustment in this context. The possibility to request an extension is the key point, not that nothing could ever change.