THE JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS - Office of the General Counsel
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APP A: Definitions & Acronyms (JTR)<br />
Part 1: Definitions<br />
APPENDIX A<br />
PART I: DEFINITIONS<br />
Appendix A1<br />
As used in <strong>the</strong>se regulations, and unless o<strong>the</strong>rwise specifically provided in <strong>the</strong>se<br />
regulations, <strong>the</strong> following definitions apply.<br />
ACCOMMODATIONS. Seat space, berths, roomettes, bedrooms, and staterooms on transportation facilities.<br />
Types include:<br />
1. Air Economy or Coach or Air Tourist. A type available on commercial aircraft at rates lower than first class<br />
or o<strong>the</strong>r premium class.<br />
2. Coach or Chair Car (Rail). A type not affording sleeping facilities, at a lesser rate than first class (parlor car<br />
seat).<br />
3. Security (Enclosed) . Any private room that can be locked for security purposes.<br />
ACCOMMODATIONS, APPROVED. Any place <strong>of</strong> public lodging that is listed on <strong>the</strong> national master list <strong>of</strong><br />
approved accommodations. The national master list <strong>of</strong> all approved accommodations is compiled, periodically<br />
updated, and published in <strong>the</strong> Federal Register by FEMA. Additionally, <strong>the</strong> approved accommodation list is<br />
available on <strong>the</strong> U.S. Fire Administration’s Internet site at http://www.usfa.fema.gov/hotel/indes.htm.<br />
ACCOMMODATIONS, COMMON CARRIER.<br />
1. First-/Premium-Class. <strong>General</strong>ly, <strong>the</strong> highest accommodations class <strong>of</strong>fered by commercial airlines in terms <strong>of</strong><br />
both cost and amenities and termed “first class” by <strong>the</strong> airlines and in reservations systems. Includes suites, <strong>of</strong>fered<br />
by commercial ships, and <strong>the</strong> highest service class, including bedrooms, roomettes, club service, parlor car, or o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
premium accommodations <strong>of</strong>fered by passenger rail carriers.<br />
2. Business-Class. A premium accommodations class <strong>of</strong>fered by commercial airlines that is higher than economy/<br />
coach and lower than first-class in both cost and amenities (e.g., business-class). This class <strong>of</strong> accommodation is<br />
generally referred to as “business, business elite, business first, world business, connoisseur, or envoy” depending<br />
on <strong>the</strong> airline. For business-class definition for trains see par. U3135-B3.<br />
3. Economy-/Coach-class. The basic accommodations class <strong>of</strong>fered by commercial airlines and passenger rail<br />
carriers, that includes a service level available to all passengers regardless <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> fare paid. The term applies when<br />
an airline <strong>of</strong>fers only one accommodations class and that class is sold as economy-class (i.e., some airlines only<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer true business-class or true first-class and are not to be mistaken for this one accommodations class). The term<br />
also includes tourist-class and economy-class on commercial airlines and reserved coach and/or slumber coach<br />
accommodations on overnight rail travel.<br />
4. Slumber Coach. The least expensive sleeping accommodations available on a train.<br />
5. Extra-Fare Train. A train that operates at an increased fare due to <strong>the</strong> extra performance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> train (i.e., faster<br />
speed or fewer stops).<br />
ACCOMMODATIONS, PUBLIC. Any inn, hotel, or o<strong>the</strong>r establishment within a State (and <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong><br />
Columbia) that provides lodging to transient guests, excluding an establishment:<br />
1. Owned by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T;<br />
2. Treated as an apartment building by State or local law or regulation; or<br />
3. Containing not more than 5 rooms for rent or hire that also is occupied as a residence by <strong>the</strong> proprietor.<br />
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ACTUAL EXPENSE. Payment <strong>of</strong> authorized actual expenses incurred, up to <strong>the</strong> limit prescribed by <strong>the</strong><br />
Administrator <strong>of</strong> GSA or agency, as appropriate. Reimbursement is contingent on eligibility for per diem, and is<br />
subject to <strong>the</strong> same definitions and rules governing per diem.<br />
ACTUAL RESIDENCE. The fixed or permanent domicile <strong>of</strong> a person that can be reasonably justified as a bona<br />
fide residence. Also referred to as <strong>the</strong> “home <strong>of</strong> record.” For a separating employee concluding an OCONUS<br />
assignment, <strong>the</strong> “actual residence” is <strong>the</strong> residence occupied at <strong>the</strong> time <strong>the</strong> employee received <strong>the</strong> OCONUS<br />
assignment. This is <strong>the</strong> residence listed in <strong>the</strong> service or transportation agreement signed by <strong>the</strong> employee prior to<br />
departure to an OCONUS post, pursuant to which <strong>the</strong> employee is assured that <strong>the</strong> expenses <strong>of</strong> return travel and<br />
transportation will be paid by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T (GSBCA 16265-RELO, 19 December 2003).<br />
AGENCY<br />
A. Includes:<br />
1. An Executive agency, as defined in 5 USC §101;<br />
2. A military department;<br />
3. An <strong>of</strong>fice, agency or o<strong>the</strong>r establishment in <strong>the</strong> legislative branch;<br />
4. An <strong>of</strong>fice, agency or o<strong>the</strong>r establishment in <strong>the</strong> judicial branch; and<br />
5. The Government <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia.<br />
B. Does NOT include a/an:<br />
1. GOV’T-controlled corporation;<br />
2. Member <strong>of</strong> Congress; or<br />
3. <strong>Office</strong> or committee <strong>of</strong> ei<strong>the</strong>r House <strong>of</strong> Congress or <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> two Houses.<br />
AGREEMENT. A written statement required by any <strong>of</strong> several statutes, signed by a person selected for<br />
appointment or by an employee, prescribing a required period <strong>of</strong> service and o<strong>the</strong>r conditions related to<br />
transportation allowances ICW permanent duty travel.<br />
APPROVE(D). The ratification or confirmation <strong>of</strong> an act already done.<br />
APPROVING OFFICIAL. See <strong>TRAVEL</strong>-APPROVING/DIRECTING OFFICIAL.<br />
ARMED FORCES. The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard (see 37 USC §101(4)).<br />
ATTENDANT. An attendant:<br />
1. Is a Uniformed Service member, employee, or o<strong>the</strong>r person who, IAW a travel order/authorization/ITA,<br />
accompanies an employee authorized to travel to/from a medical facility for required medical attention that is<br />
not available locally,<br />
2. Takes care <strong>of</strong> and waits upon <strong>the</strong> employee patient in response to <strong>the</strong> patient’s needs,<br />
3. May travel with <strong>the</strong> patient and attend to <strong>the</strong> patient’s needs at <strong>the</strong> destination medical facility, and<br />
4. Is appointed by competent medical authority.<br />
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AU<strong>THE</strong>NTICATING OFFICIAL. See AUTHORIZING/ORDER-ISSUING OFFICIAL (AO).<br />
AUTHORIZED.<br />
1. Permission given before an act.<br />
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2. The giving, through <strong>the</strong>se regulations, <strong>of</strong> an allowance to an eligible individual requiring no o<strong>the</strong>r action.<br />
(Example: When <strong>the</strong> regulation states that an allowance is authorized, – <strong>the</strong> regulation means that an eligible<br />
individual has that allowance without fur<strong>the</strong>r action by any o<strong>the</strong>r activity.)<br />
AUTHORIZING/ORDER-ISSUING OFFICIAL (AO). The <strong>of</strong>ficial who directs travel and has responsibility for<br />
<strong>the</strong> funding.<br />
AUTOMATED TELLER MACHINE (ATM) SERVICES. Contractor-provided services that allow cash<br />
withdrawals from participating ATMs to be charged to a contractor-issued charge card.<br />
BAGGAGE. Personal effects <strong>of</strong> a traveler that are needed ICW <strong>of</strong>ficial travel and immediately upon arrival at <strong>the</strong><br />
assignment point. GOV’T material may be included. NOTE: Baggage may accompany a traveler (accompanied<br />
baggage) or be transported separately from <strong>the</strong> traveler (UB).<br />
BAGGAGE, ACCOMPANIED. Baggage that is not part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> HHG weight allowance and consists <strong>of</strong> coats, brief<br />
cases, suitcases, and similar luggage that accompanies a traveler on a transportation ticket.<br />
BAGGAGE, UNACCOMPANIED. The part <strong>of</strong> a member’s/employee’s prescribed weight allowance <strong>of</strong> HHG<br />
that:<br />
1. Is not carried free on a ticket used for personal travel,<br />
2. Ordinarily is transported separately from <strong>the</strong> major bulk <strong>of</strong> HHG, and<br />
3. Usually is transported by an expedited mode because it is needed immediately or soon after arrival at<br />
destination for interim housekeeping pending arrival <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> major portion <strong>of</strong> HHG.<br />
NOTE 1: UB ICW permanent duty and RAT consists <strong>of</strong> personal clothing and equipment, essential pots, pans,<br />
and light housekeeping items; collapsible items such as cribs, playpens, and baby carriages; and o<strong>the</strong>r articles<br />
required for <strong>the</strong> care <strong>of</strong> dependents. Items such as refrigerators, washing machines, and o<strong>the</strong>r major appliances<br />
or furniture must not be included in UB.<br />
NOTE 2: ICW an extended TDY assignment, UB is limited to <strong>the</strong> necessary personal clothing and effects for <strong>the</strong><br />
individual and equipment directly related to <strong>the</strong> assignment.<br />
BLANKET <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION/ORDER. (Also called Unlimited Open, Limited Open, or Repeat<br />
Travel Authorization/Order.) An authorization/order issued to a traveler who regularly and frequently makes trips<br />
away from <strong>the</strong> PDS within specific geographical limits for a specific time period within a fiscal year in performance<br />
<strong>of</strong> regularly assigned duties. See <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION.<br />
NOTE 1: The blanket/repeat travel authorization is not used in DTS.<br />
NOTE 2: A blanket travel TDY authorization/order must never authorize premium-class travel. If travel in<br />
premium-class accommodations becomes necessary for one or more specific trips, an authorization/order<br />
amendment, containing <strong>the</strong> necessary separate required statements for each such trip, must be issued.<br />
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NOTE 3: AEA is prescribed only on an individual trip basis, and only after consideration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> facts existing in<br />
each case. AEA must not be authorized as part <strong>of</strong> a blanket/repeat travel authorization/order or used as blanket<br />
authority to authorize/approve automatic AEA for all travel to an area. See par. C4606.<br />
BREAK IN SERVICE. A break in service is defined as a period <strong>of</strong> four or more calendar days during which an<br />
individual is no longer on <strong>the</strong> rolls <strong>of</strong> an executive agency (5 CFR §300.703 (2004)).<br />
BUSINESS-CLASS. Travel and accommodations/service that fall between first-class and economy-/coach-class<br />
accommodations. Business-class accommodations usually, but do not have to, have <strong>the</strong>ir own cabin/facilities<br />
between first-class and economy-/coach-class accommodations. See par. U3125-B2b for business-class<br />
transportation authority (restricted to <strong>the</strong> two-star flag level and civilian equivalents.<br />
CALENDAR DAY. The 24-hour period from one midnight to <strong>the</strong> next midnight. NOTE:<br />
The calendar day<br />
technically begins one second after midnight (reflects as 0001) and ends at midnight (2400).<br />
CAPACITY CONTROLLED CITY-PAIR AIRFARE. See <strong>the</strong> CITY-PAIR AIRFARE CONTRACT at<br />
www.gsa.gov/citypair. . These fares are not used in cost-construction.<br />
CERTIFICATED AIR CARRIER. See U.S. CERTIFICATED CARRIER.<br />
CIRCUITOUS <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. Travel by a route o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> one that ordinarily would be prescribed by a<br />
transportation <strong>of</strong>ficer between <strong>the</strong> places involved. Also referred to as Indirect Travel.<br />
CITY-PAIR AIRFARE. See <strong>the</strong> CITY-PAIR AIRFARE CONTRACT at www.gsa.gov/citypair.<br />
COMMAND, COMBATANT. An organization with a broad continuing mission under a single commander,<br />
established and so designated by <strong>the</strong> President, through <strong>the</strong> SECDEF with <strong>the</strong> advice and assistance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Chairman, Joint Chiefs <strong>of</strong> Staff. Combatant commands typically have geographic or functional responsibilities.<br />
COMMERCIAL TRANSPORTER. A transporter operating under <strong>the</strong> Interstate Commerce Commission<br />
Termination Act <strong>of</strong> 1995 (Public Law 104-88) in interstate commerce or under appropriate State statutes in intrastate<br />
commerce.<br />
COMMON CARRIER. Private-sector supplier <strong>of</strong> air, rail, bus, or ship transportation.<br />
COMMUTED RATE. A price rate used for HHG transportation and storage in transit. It includes costs <strong>of</strong> linehaul<br />
transportation, packing, crating, unpacking, drayage incident to transportation and o<strong>the</strong>r accessorial charges,<br />
and costs <strong>of</strong> storage in transit within <strong>the</strong> applicable weight limit for storage including in-and-out charges and<br />
necessary drayage. To get <strong>the</strong> commuted rates tables for transportation, storage, packing, unpacking, crating,<br />
drayage and o<strong>the</strong>r accessorial charges incident to transportation you must subscribe to <strong>the</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Movers<br />
Commercial Relocation Tariff, STB HGB 400-(Series). See par. C5160-D4.<br />
CONFERENCE. A meeting, retreat, seminar, symposium or event that involves attendee travel. Also applies to<br />
training activities that are conferences under 5 CFR §410.404. NOTE: This does not include regularly scheduled<br />
courses <strong>of</strong> instruction conducted at a Government or commercial training facility.<br />
CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES (CONUS). The 48 contiguous States and <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia.<br />
CONTINGENCY OPERATION. A military operation that:<br />
1. Is designated by <strong>the</strong> SECDEF as an operation in which armed forces members are or may become involved<br />
in military actions, operations, or hostilities against an enemy <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. or against an opposing military force;<br />
or<br />
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2. Results in <strong>the</strong> call or order to, or retention on, active duty <strong>of</strong> Uniformed Services member under 10 USC<br />
§688, §12301(a), §12302, §12304, §12305, or §12406; Ch 15 <strong>of</strong> title 10, or any o<strong>the</strong>r provision <strong>of</strong> law during a<br />
war or during a national emergency declared by <strong>the</strong> President or Congress.<br />
CONTRACT CARRIERS. U.S. certificated air carriers that are under contract with <strong>the</strong> GOV’T to furnish Federal<br />
employees and o<strong>the</strong>r persons authorized to travel at GOV’T expense with passenger transportation service. This<br />
also includes GSA’s scheduled airline passenger service between selected U.S. cities/airports and between selected<br />
U.S. and international cities/airports at reduced fares.<br />
(CONTRACTED) COMMERCIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong> OFFICE/<strong>TRAVEL</strong> MANAGEMENT CENTER (CTO/TMC).<br />
A commercial activity providing a full range <strong>of</strong> commercial travel and ticketing services for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel under a<br />
contract and/or memorandum <strong>of</strong> understanding with <strong>the</strong> GOV’T.<br />
DEFENSE TABLE OF OFFICIAL DISTANCES (DTOD). The DOD standard source for worldwide distance<br />
information based on city-to-city distance (not zip code to zip code) replacing all o<strong>the</strong>r sources used for computing<br />
distance (except airplanes). For more information refer to <strong>the</strong> DTOD website at dtod.sddc.army.mil.<br />
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) COMPONENTS. (Also ref: http://www.defenselink.mil/pubs/almanac/<br />
and/or http://www.gov.com/agency/dod/agency.html)<br />
The <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense (including <strong>the</strong> organization <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Joint Chiefs <strong>of</strong> Staff)<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Army<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Air Force<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy (including <strong>the</strong> Marine Corps)<br />
DOD Inspector <strong>General</strong><br />
United States Court <strong>of</strong> Appeals for <strong>the</strong> Armed Forces<br />
DOD FIELD ACTIVITIES:<br />
American Forces Information Service<br />
Defense Prisoner <strong>of</strong> War/Missing Personnel <strong>Office</strong><br />
Defense Technology Security Administration<br />
DOD Counterintelligence Field Activity<br />
DOD Education Activity<br />
DOD Human Resources Activity<br />
<strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> Economic Adjustments<br />
TRICARE Management Activity<br />
Washington Headquarters Services<br />
DEFENSE AGENCIES:<br />
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency<br />
Defense Commissary Agency<br />
Defense Contract Audit Agency<br />
Defense Contract Management Agency<br />
Defense Finance and Accounting Service<br />
Defense Information Systems Agency<br />
Defense Intelligence Agency<br />
Defense Legal Services Agency<br />
Defense Logistics Agency<br />
Defense Security Cooperation Agency<br />
Defense Security Service<br />
Defense Threat Reduction Agency<br />
Missile Defense Agency<br />
National Geospatial Intelligence Agency<br />
National Geospatial Intelligence College<br />
National Security Agency/Central Security Service<br />
Pentagon Force Protection Agency<br />
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<strong>JOINT</strong> SERVICE SCHOOLS:<br />
Joint Military Intelligence College<br />
Defense Acquisition University<br />
National Defense University<br />
Joint Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Military Education Colleges<br />
Uniformed Services University <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Health Sciences<br />
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DEPENDENT/IMMEDIATE FAMILY. Any <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following named members <strong>of</strong> an employee's household at <strong>the</strong><br />
time <strong>the</strong> employee reports for duty at a new PDS or performs authorized/approved OCONUS tour RAT or<br />
separation travel:<br />
1. Employee’s spouse;<br />
2. Children <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee or employee’s spouse who are unmarried and under age 21 years or who,<br />
regardless <strong>of</strong> age, are physically or mentally incapable <strong>of</strong> self-support. NOTE: “Children” includes natural<br />
<strong>of</strong>fspring; stepchildren; adopted children; grandchildren, legal minor wards or o<strong>the</strong>r dependent children<br />
who are under legal guardianship <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee or employee’s spouse; also, a child born and moved after<br />
<strong>the</strong> employee’s effective date <strong>of</strong> transfer because <strong>of</strong> advance stage <strong>of</strong> pregnancy, or o<strong>the</strong>r reasons acceptable<br />
to <strong>the</strong> DOD component concerned, e.g., awaiting completion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> school year by o<strong>the</strong>r children. See 50<br />
Comp. Gen. 220 (1970); 66 id. 497 (1987)).;<br />
NOTE 1: An employee and spouse at an OCONUS PDS assumed temporary custody <strong>of</strong> two grandchildren. The<br />
parent <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> grandchildren was a uniformed member on active duty with a DOD Service in Iraq. The uniformed<br />
member (<strong>the</strong> parent) executed a special military power <strong>of</strong> attorney granting guardianship <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> children to <strong>the</strong><br />
children’s grandparent. GSBCA held that <strong>the</strong> power <strong>of</strong> attorney did not create a “legal guardianship” as that<br />
term is used in par. B above to define dependent/immediate family members for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> determining<br />
eligibility for relocation allowances. Since <strong>the</strong> term “legal guardianship” is not defined in <strong>the</strong> JTR, GSBCA<br />
turned to Arizona state law (<strong>the</strong> state in which <strong>the</strong> power <strong>of</strong> attorney was executed and in which <strong>the</strong> uniformed<br />
member resided) for guidance. Under Arizona law legal guardianship can be established only by judicial<br />
determination and <strong>the</strong> powers <strong>of</strong> attorney provided by <strong>the</strong> uniformed member were not sufficient to create<br />
guardianship. Since legal guardianship did not exist, <strong>the</strong> grandchildren could not be members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee’s<br />
immediate family and <strong>the</strong> employee was not authorized travel and transportation costs and overseas allowances<br />
(TQSA) on <strong>the</strong>ir behalf (GSBCA 16337-RELO, 19 April 2004).<br />
3. Dependent parents (including step- and legally adoptive parents) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee or employee's spouse; and<br />
4. Dependent bro<strong>the</strong>rs and sisters (including step- and legally adoptive bro<strong>the</strong>rs and sisters) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee or<br />
employee's spouse who are unmarried and under 21 years <strong>of</strong> age or who, regardless <strong>of</strong> age, are physically or<br />
mentally incapable <strong>of</strong> self-support.<br />
NOTE 2: <strong>General</strong>ly, <strong>the</strong> individuals named in items 3 and 4 are dependents <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee if <strong>the</strong>y receive at least<br />
51 percent <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir support from <strong>the</strong> employee or employee's spouse; however, this percentage <strong>of</strong> support criterion<br />
must not be <strong>the</strong> decisive factor in all cases. These individuals also may be dependents for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> this<br />
definition if <strong>the</strong>y are members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee's household and, in addition to <strong>the</strong>ir own income, receive support<br />
(less than 51 percent) from <strong>the</strong> employee or employee's spouse without which <strong>the</strong>y would be unable to maintain a<br />
reasonable standard <strong>of</strong> living.<br />
NOTE 3: ICW <strong>the</strong> Missing Persons Act, "dependent" is defined in par. C7090-A for purposes <strong>of</strong> transportation<br />
eligibility under that Act.<br />
NOTE 4: With respect to emergency leave travel, see par. C7365-D.<br />
NOTE 5: Whe<strong>the</strong>r an individual is considered to be an employee’s spouse for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> allowances<br />
authorized in <strong>the</strong>se regulations when a “common law marriage” is involved is addressed in several GSBCA and<br />
Comptroller <strong>General</strong> decisions. Some quotes from those decisions are as follows:<br />
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GSBCA quotes "Issues <strong>of</strong> marital status are determined by state law and <strong>the</strong> relationship <strong>of</strong> spouse exists if<br />
common law marriage is recognized by <strong>the</strong> law <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> state where <strong>the</strong> parties entered into such a marriage";<br />
and,<br />
"Issues <strong>of</strong> marital status are determined by state law, James H. Perdue, GSBCA 14122-RELO, 16 March<br />
1998. Some states recognize common law marriage -- "[a] marriage that takes legal effect, without license<br />
or ceremony, when a couple live toge<strong>the</strong>r as husband and wife, intend to be married, and hold <strong>the</strong>mselves out<br />
to o<strong>the</strong>rs as a married couple." Black's Law Dictionary 986 (7th ed. 1999)"; and,<br />
As we recognized in James H. Perdue, GSBCA 14122-RELO, 16 March 1998 <strong>the</strong> burden <strong>of</strong> pro<strong>of</strong> is on <strong>the</strong><br />
claimant to establish <strong>the</strong> common law marriage. State law determines issues <strong>of</strong> marital status, and <strong>the</strong><br />
relationship <strong>of</strong> spouse exists if common law marriage is recognized under <strong>the</strong> law <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> state in which <strong>the</strong><br />
parties entered into such a marriage. The following Comptroller <strong>General</strong> decisions address specific<br />
circumstances: B-260688, 23 October 1995; B-247541, 19 June 1992; B-212900, 15 November 1983; B-<br />
191316, 27 September 1978; B-191316, 6 April 1978; B-186179, 30 June 1976.<br />
The validity <strong>of</strong> a common law marriage is determined by <strong>the</strong> law <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> place in which it was contracted, and<br />
if valid <strong>the</strong>re, it will be valid elsewhere, in <strong>the</strong> absence <strong>of</strong> contravention <strong>of</strong> positive law, or consideration <strong>of</strong><br />
policy to <strong>the</strong> contrary. B-186179, 30 June 1976; B-191316, 27 September 1978.<br />
The burden <strong>of</strong> pro<strong>of</strong> is on <strong>the</strong> claimant to establish <strong>the</strong> common law marriage. See GSBCA 15207-RELO, 19<br />
May 2000; GSBCA 14122 RELO, 16 March 1998.<br />
Once <strong>the</strong> employee has submitted evidence in support <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> common-law marriage, it should be submitted to<br />
<strong>the</strong> appropriate agency legal counsel for assistance in determining whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> putative spouse qualifies as a<br />
spouse under <strong>the</strong> specific state and/or Federal law (1 USC §7). PDTATAC does not adjudicate <strong>the</strong>se cases.<br />
Pertinent GSBCA decisions<br />
GSBCA 15947-RELO, 31 March 2003 available at: http://www.gsbca.gsa.gov/relo/r1594703.txt<br />
GSBCA 15382-RELO, 20 December 2000 available at: http://www.gsbca.gsa.gov/relo/r1538220.txt<br />
GSBCA 15207-RELO, 19 May 2000 available at: http://www.gsbca.gsa.gov/relo/r1520719.txt<br />
GSBCA 14673-RELO, 9 December 1998 available at: http://www.gsbca.gsa.gov/relo/r1467309.txt<br />
GSBCA 14122-RELO, 16 March 1998 available at: http://www.gsbca.gsa.gov/relo/r141220.txt<br />
DESIGNATED PLACE. A place <strong>the</strong> commander concerned, or <strong>the</strong> commander’s designated representative, or <strong>the</strong><br />
employee designates for <strong>the</strong> movement <strong>of</strong> dependents or HHG when not accompanying <strong>the</strong> employee.<br />
DESTINATION RATE. The per diem rate applicable to <strong>the</strong> next location at which an employee is to perform<br />
TDY or at which an employee makes an en route stopover to obtain overnight lodging.<br />
DIFFERENT (OR SEPARATE) DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES<br />
1. The several departments and agencies <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Executive branch <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> GOV’T.<br />
2. Within <strong>the</strong> Department <strong>of</strong> Defense, <strong>the</strong> terms "Different Departments" or "Different Military Departments"<br />
means <strong>the</strong> DOD components separately. NOTE: This distinction is necessary with regard to funding for<br />
travel and transportation from one department to ano<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
DISCOUNT GOVERNMENT MEAL RATE. The daily rate charged for meals in a GOV’T dining facility/mess<br />
minus <strong>the</strong> operating cost. See GOVERNMENT MEAL RATE for current rates.<br />
DISTANCE. As applicable for <strong>the</strong> Defense Table <strong>of</strong> Official Distance:<br />
1. Shortest. Routes a driver takes to minimize total distance traveled while still following a truck-navigable<br />
route. Used in most cases to calculate HHG distances.<br />
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2. Practical. Route a driver ordinarily would take to minimize time and cost. Practical routes model <strong>the</strong> trade<strong>of</strong>f<br />
between taking <strong>the</strong> most direct path versus staying on major, high-quality highways. Interstate highways are<br />
given a higher priority than secondary highways. Practical routings consider distance, road quality, terrain,<br />
urban/rural classifications, and designated principal and secondary through routes. Used to calculate travel<br />
distances.<br />
DUTY STATIONS. For <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> HHG and mobile home transportation and storage -- <strong>the</strong> place at which an<br />
employee actually is assigned for duty, including a place from which <strong>the</strong> employee commutes daily to an assigned<br />
station.<br />
EFFECTIVE DATE OF PCS <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION. The date an employee is required to commence<br />
travel to comply with a PCS travel authorization. NOTE: In determining <strong>the</strong> effective date, authorized leave or<br />
TDY en route required by <strong>the</strong> travel authorization is excluded.<br />
EFFECTIVE DATE OF TRANSFER OR APPOINTMENT. The date an employee or new appointee reports for<br />
duty at a new or first PDS.<br />
EFFECTIVE DATE OF SEPARATION. The date an employee is separated from Federal service.<br />
EMERGENCY <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. See <strong>TRAVEL</strong>, EMERGENCY.<br />
EMPLOYEE. A civilian individual:<br />
1. Employed by an agency (as defined in APP A), regardless <strong>of</strong> status or grade;<br />
2. Employed intermittently as an expert or consultant and paid on a daily WAE basis; or<br />
3. Serving without pay or at $1 a year (5 USC §5701(2)) (also referred to as "invitational traveler" for TDY<br />
travel purposes only).<br />
ESCORT. An escort:<br />
1. Is a Uniformed Service member, employee, or o<strong>the</strong>r person who, IAW a travel order/authorization/ITA,<br />
accompanies an employee between authorized locations, when:<br />
a. Employee travel is authorized by competent authority, and<br />
b. The employee is incapable <strong>of</strong> traveling alone, and<br />
2. May be appointed by <strong>the</strong> employee’s AO.<br />
EXPEDITED TRANSPORTATION MODE. A common carrier-operated transportation service for <strong>the</strong><br />
accelerated or protected movement <strong>of</strong> HHG between specified points.<br />
EXTENDED STORAGE. See NON-TEMPORARY STORAGE.<br />
FAMILY. See DEPENDENT.<br />
FEDERAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong> REGULATION. Regulation contained in 41 Code <strong>of</strong> Federal Regulations (CFR), Chs 300<br />
through 304, that implements statutory requirements and Executive branch policies for travel by Federal civilian<br />
employees and o<strong>the</strong>rs authorized to travel in <strong>the</strong> manner <strong>of</strong> civilian employees at GOV’T expense.<br />
FIELD DUTY. All duty serving with troops participating in maneuvers, war games, field exercises, or similar<br />
types <strong>of</strong> operations during which:<br />
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1. The individual is subsisted in a GOV’T dining facility/mess or with an organization drawing field rations,<br />
and is provided GOV’T QTRS or is quartered in accommodations normally associated with field exercises, or<br />
NOTE: Everything ordinarily covered by per diem is furnished without charge, except that members are<br />
required to pay for rations at <strong>the</strong> discounted meal rate (basic meal rate.).<br />
2. Students are participating in survival training, forage for subsistence, and improvise shelter.<br />
NOTE: Individuals furnished QTRS and subsistence obtained by contract are performing field duty when so<br />
declared by a competent <strong>of</strong>ficial.<br />
FIRST-CLASS. The highest travel and accommodations available -- See JFTR, par. U3125-B2a and/or JTR, par.<br />
C2204-B2a for first-class transportation authority.<br />
FOREIGN AIR CARRIER. An air carrier that does not hold a certificate issued by <strong>the</strong> U.S. under 49 USC<br />
§41102.<br />
FOREIGN AREA AND FOREIGN COUNTRY. Any area or country outside <strong>the</strong> 50 States, District <strong>of</strong> Columbia,<br />
<strong>the</strong> Commonwealths <strong>of</strong> Puerto Rico and <strong>the</strong> Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Mariana Islands, Guam, and U.S. territories and possessions.<br />
FOREIGN SERVICE OF <strong>THE</strong> UNITED STATES. The Foreign Service as constituted under <strong>the</strong> Foreign<br />
Service Act <strong>of</strong> 1980.<br />
FORMER CANAL ZONE AREA. Areas and INSTALLATIONS in <strong>the</strong> Republic <strong>of</strong> Panama made available to<br />
<strong>the</strong> U.S. under <strong>the</strong> Panama Canal Treaty <strong>of</strong> 1977 and related agreements as described in section 3(a) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Panama<br />
Canal Act <strong>of</strong> 1979.<br />
FUND-APPROVING OFFICIAL. One who provides <strong>the</strong> accounting data for authorized/approved travel<br />
authorizations or amendments.<br />
GEOGRAPHICAL LOCALITY. The contiguous political area <strong>of</strong> a single country or a related island group in <strong>the</strong><br />
same region.<br />
NOTE 1: Widely dispersed noncontiguous subdivisions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> same country are separate geographical localities.<br />
For example: <strong>the</strong> United Kingdom (including England, Wales, Scotland, and Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Ireland) is a geographical<br />
locality and Ireland (Republic <strong>of</strong>) is a separate geographical locality; France and Germany are separate<br />
geographical localities; Portugal and <strong>the</strong> Azores are separate geographical localities; <strong>the</strong> Philippine Islands are<br />
<strong>the</strong> same geographical locality. Japan, including its separate island components, with <strong>the</strong> exception <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Ryukyu Island, is a single geographical locality. The Ryukyu Islands (including Okinawa) are a separate<br />
geographical locality. With regard to <strong>the</strong> U.S., CONUS is a single geographical locality, but <strong>the</strong> states <strong>of</strong> Hawai’i<br />
and Alaska, and each U.S. territory or possession, are separate geographical localities.<br />
NOTE 2: When <strong>the</strong> term "overseas area" or “OCONUS area” is used, it relates to more than one geographical<br />
locality and may include a continent, or <strong>the</strong> area comprising command jurisdiction, or <strong>the</strong> entire OCONUS area.<br />
GOVERNMENT. The GOV’T <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. and <strong>the</strong> Government <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia.<br />
GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATIVE RATE SUPPLEMENT (GARS). A miscellaneous reimbursable expense<br />
charged by rental car companies for costs incurred unique to doing business with <strong>the</strong> GOV’T.<br />
GOVERNMENT AIRCRAFT. Any aircraft owned, leased, chartered or rented and operated by an executive<br />
agency.<br />
GOVERNMENT-CONTRACT RENTAL AUTOMOBILE. An automobile obtained for short-term use from a<br />
commercial firm under <strong>the</strong> provisions <strong>of</strong> an appropriate GSA Federal Supply Schedule contract.<br />
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GOVERNMENT-CONTROLLED QUARTERS. QTRS (o<strong>the</strong>r than GOV’T or privatized QTRS) under <strong>the</strong><br />
jurisdiction <strong>of</strong> a uniformed service (e.g., Ministry <strong>of</strong> Defense (MOD) leased QTRS for which <strong>the</strong> GOV’T controls<br />
occupancy).<br />
GOVERNMENT CONVEYANCE. Equipment owned, leased, or chartered, for transportation on land, water, or<br />
in <strong>the</strong> air, expressly for GOV’T use. This includes aircraft on loan to or owned by an Aero Club and AMC<br />
categories B and M air travel.<br />
GOVERNMENT DINING FACILITY/GOVERNMENT MESS. A generic term used in lieu <strong>of</strong> GOV’T dining<br />
facility/mess, general mess, dining hall dining activity, mess hall, galley, field kitchen, flight kitchen, or similar<br />
terms used to describe dining facilities funded by appropriated funds. (Excludes activities operated by nonappropriated<br />
fund instrumentalities such as an <strong>of</strong>ficer’s mess, club, organized mess and all similar terms.) If used<br />
(See APP O, par. T4040-A2b for information on “GOV’T dining facility/mess available.”) by an employee includes:<br />
1. A general or Service organizational mess, including messing facilities <strong>of</strong> a state-owned National Guard<br />
Camp; NOTE: A mess established and operated primarily for enlisted member subsistence is not included for<br />
employees unless <strong>the</strong> mess is used by <strong>the</strong>m.<br />
2. Marine Corps <strong>of</strong>ficers' field ration dining facility, an <strong>of</strong>ficers' wardroom mess, or warrant <strong>of</strong>ficers' and chief<br />
petty <strong>of</strong>ficers' mess afloat; or<br />
3. Box lunches, in flight meals, or rations furnished by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T on military aircraft.<br />
NOTE:<br />
In-flight snack meals purchased at <strong>the</strong> member’s/employee’s option before boarding a military aircraft<br />
and meals furnished by commercial air carriers (including AMC charter flights) are not meals furnished by a<br />
Government dining facility/mess.<br />
GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED AUTOMOBILE. An automobile (or “light truck,” as defined in 41 CFR 101-38<br />
including vans and pickup trucks) that is:<br />
1. Owned by an agency;<br />
2. Assigned or dispatched to an agency on a rental basis from a GSA interagency motor pool; or<br />
3. Leased by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T for 60 or more days from a commercial firm.<br />
GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED VEHICLE. A GOV’T-furnished automobile or a GOV’T aircraft.<br />
GOVERNMENT MEAL RATE<br />
The daily rate (discount or standard) provided for meals in a GOV’T dining facility.<br />
Effective 1 January 2009.<br />
1. Discount GOV’T Meal Rate: $9.25 per day<br />
2. Standard GOV’T Meal Rate: $10.80 per day<br />
NOTE: Also see DISCOUNT GOVERNMENT MEAL RATE.<br />
GOVERNMENT MESS. See GOVERNMENT DINING FACILITY/GOVERNMENT MESS.<br />
GOVERNMENT-PROCURED TRANSPORTATION. Transportation obtained directly from a commercial<br />
carrier with a document issued by an appropriate GOV’T <strong>of</strong>ficial.<br />
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GOVERNMENT QUARTERS.<br />
NOTE: Privatized housing, <strong>of</strong> any style or type and in any location, is not GOV’T QTRS.<br />
A. GOV’T QTRS.<br />
The following are GOV’T QTRS:<br />
1. Sleeping accommodations (including aboard a ship) owned, operated, or leased by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T;<br />
2. Lodgings or o<strong>the</strong>r QTRS obtained by GOV’T contract;<br />
3. QTRS in a state-owned National Guard camp;<br />
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4. Sleeping facilities in a National Guard armory when <strong>the</strong>se facilities actually are used or competent authority<br />
directs <strong>the</strong>ir use for annual or year-round annual training even though not used;<br />
5. Temporary lodging facilities as defined in APP A;<br />
6. Lodging facilities on a U.S. INSTALLATION owned and operated by a private corporation, if <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong>se facilities is directed by Service regulations;<br />
7. Family-type housing owned or leased by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T whe<strong>the</strong>r occupied as a guest or as a principal; and<br />
8. Guesthouses, <strong>of</strong>ficers clubs, bachelor QTRS, visiting <strong>of</strong>ficers’ QTRS, or similar QTRS facilities located at a<br />
military activity, QTRS aboard a Corps <strong>of</strong> Engineers floating plant or a Navy Mine Defense Laboratory<br />
<strong>of</strong>fshore platform.<br />
B. Adequacy Standards. Adequacy standards for DOD Services are prescribed by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong>, SECDEF in DOD<br />
4165.63-M, DOD Housing Management (see http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/416563m.pdf), and<br />
implemented by appropriate DOD component regulations.<br />
GOVERNMENT-SPONSORED CONTRACTOR-ISSUED <strong>TRAVEL</strong> CHARGE CARD. See<br />
GOVERNMENT <strong>TRAVEL</strong> CHARGE CARD.<br />
GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION. Transportation facilities owned, leased, or chartered, and operated by<br />
<strong>the</strong> GOV’T for transportation on land, water, or in <strong>the</strong> air. See GOVERNMENT CONVEYANCE.<br />
GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION REQUEST (GTR) (Standard Form 1169). An accountable GOV’T<br />
document used to procure common carrier transportation services. The document obligates <strong>the</strong> GOV’T to pay for<br />
transportation services provided. See TRANSPORTATION REQUEST.<br />
NOTE: A GTR may be issued and used only for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel. A GTR must not be issued or used for personal<br />
travel regardless <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> reason, even on a reimbursable basis.<br />
GOVERNMENT <strong>TRAVEL</strong> CHARGE CARD (GTCC). A charge card used by authorized individuals to pay for<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel and transportation related expenses for which <strong>the</strong> card contractor bills <strong>the</strong> individual.<br />
GROUP MOVEMENT. A movement <strong>of</strong> 2 or more <strong>of</strong>ficial travelers traveling as a group, under <strong>the</strong> same travel<br />
authorization (ei<strong>the</strong>r PCS or TDY) for which transportation will be furnished by GOV’T-owned/procured from <strong>the</strong><br />
same origin to <strong>the</strong> same destination. Movement could include locations en route as specified on <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
authorization.<br />
HIGHEST CONUS M&IE RATE<br />
$51 Effective for travel by car ferry on or after 1 January 2005<br />
$64 Effective for travel by car ferry on or after 1 October 2005<br />
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HOUSEHOLD GOODS (HHG) (FTR, §300-3.1). Items (except those listed in B and C) associated with <strong>the</strong> home<br />
and all personal effects belonging to an employee and dependents on <strong>the</strong> employee's effective date (See APP A)<strong>of</strong><br />
transfer or appointment that legally may be accepted and transported by a commercial HHG carrier.<br />
NOTE:<br />
See par. C5154-E for an article involving a weight additive.<br />
A. HHG also include:<br />
1. PBP&E needed and not needed for <strong>the</strong> performance <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial duties at <strong>the</strong> next or a later destination.<br />
PBP&E that are needed but may cause <strong>the</strong> HHG total weight to exceed 18,000 pounds optionally may be<br />
shipped administratively (see par. C5154-C1) and <strong>the</strong>refore must be weighed separately and identified on <strong>the</strong><br />
origin inventory as PBP&E.;<br />
2. Spare parts for a POV (see APP A) and a pickup tailgate when removed;<br />
3. Integral or attached vehicle parts that must be removed due to high vulnerability to pilferage or damage (e.g.,<br />
seats, tops, winch, spare tires, portable auxiliary gasoline can(s), CD players, GPS systems, and miscellaneous<br />
associated hardware);<br />
4. Consumable goods for employees with PCS travel authorization to locations listed in APP F;<br />
5. A vehicle o<strong>the</strong>r than POVs (such as a motorcycle, moped, hang glider, golf cart, jet ski and snowmobile<br />
(and/or <strong>the</strong> associated trailer) <strong>of</strong> reasonable size, that can fit into a moving van);<br />
6. A boat (and/or <strong>the</strong>ir associated trailer) <strong>of</strong> reasonable size that can fit into a moving van (e.g., canoe, skiff,<br />
dinghy, scull, kayak, rowboat, sailboat, outboard/inboard motorboat); and<br />
7. Ultralight vehicles (defined in 14 C.F.R. Sec 103 as being single occupant; for recreation or sport purposes;<br />
weighing less than 155 pounds if unpowered or less than 254 pounds if powered; having a fuel capacity NTE 5<br />
gallons; airspeed NTE 55 knots; and power-<strong>of</strong>f stall speed NTE 24 knots).<br />
8. A utility trailer, with or without a tilt bed, with a single axle, and an overall length <strong>of</strong> no more than 12 feet<br />
(from rear to trailer hitch), and no wider than 8 feet (outside tire to outside tire). Side rails/body no higher than<br />
28 inches (unless detachable) and ramp/gate for <strong>the</strong> utility trailer no higher than 4 feet (unless detachable).<br />
9. GOV’T or military owned accountable Organizational Clothing and Individual Clothing (OC&IE) property<br />
issued to <strong>the</strong> employee or member by <strong>the</strong> Agency/Service for <strong>of</strong>ficial use.<br />
B. HHG do not include:<br />
1. Personal baggage when carried free on commercial transportation;<br />
2. Automobiles, trucks, vans and similar motor vehicles; airplanes; mobile homes; camper trailers; horse<br />
trailers; and farming vehicles (see Ch 5, Part E for POV shipment);<br />
3. Live animals including birds, fish and reptiles;<br />
4. Cordwood and building materials ( B-133751, 1 November 1957 and B-180439, 13 September 1974);<br />
5. HHG for resale, disposal or commercial use;<br />
6. Privately owned live ammunition (B-130583, 8 May 1957); and<br />
7. Boats (o<strong>the</strong>r than those in A6 above); and<br />
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8. Hazardous articles including explosives, flammable and corrosive materials, poisons, propane gas tanks. See<br />
DOD 4500.9-R, DTR, Part IV, for examples <strong>of</strong> hazardous materials.<br />
C. Law or carrier regulations may prohibit commercial shipment <strong>of</strong> certain articles not included in B. These articles<br />
frequently include articles:<br />
1. Liable to impregnate or o<strong>the</strong>rwise damage equipment or o<strong>the</strong>r property (e.g., home canned items; liquid<br />
articles that are highly susceptible to breakage or leakage);<br />
2. That cannot be taken from <strong>the</strong> premises without damage to <strong>the</strong> article or <strong>the</strong> premises (e.g., bookcases built<br />
into walls);<br />
3. That are perishable (including frozen foods), or that require refrigeration, or that are perishable plants unless;<br />
a. Transportation is not more than 150 miles and/or delivery is accomplished within 24 hours from <strong>the</strong> time<br />
<strong>of</strong> loading,<br />
b. No storage is required, and<br />
c. No preliminary or en route services (e.g., watering or o<strong>the</strong>r preservative method) is required <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
carrier.<br />
HOUSEHOLD GOODS TRANSPORTATION. See TRANSPORTATION, HHG.<br />
HOUSEHOLD GOODS-WEIGHT ADDITIVE. A weight added to <strong>the</strong> HHG shipment net weight to compensate<br />
for <strong>the</strong> excessive van space used by <strong>the</strong> item. NOTE: The item must be stated in <strong>the</strong> HHG tariff as qualifying for<br />
a weight additive before a charge can be assessed. Weight additives do not apply if an article is capable <strong>of</strong> being<br />
conveniently hand-carried by one person and/or transported in a standard moving carton.<br />
HOUSE-HUNTING TRIP (HHT). Round trip travel between <strong>the</strong> old and new PDSs to seek a permanent<br />
residence.<br />
IMMEDIATE FAMILY. See DEPENDENT/IMMEDIATE FAMILY.<br />
INDIVIDUALLY BILLED ACCOUNT (IBA). GOV’T-sponsored contractor-issued Individually Billed travel<br />
charge card Account” (GTCC). NOTE: Does not apply to any o<strong>the</strong>r form <strong>of</strong> personal credit card.<br />
INTERVIEWEE. An individual who is being considered for employment by an agency. The individual may<br />
currently be a GOV’T employee.<br />
INVITATIONAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. See <strong>TRAVEL</strong>, INVITATIONAL.<br />
ITINERARY, VARIATION IN. A change in routing <strong>of</strong> travel or points <strong>of</strong> TDY ICW <strong>of</strong>ficial business, justified<br />
by <strong>the</strong> mission nature and requirements.<br />
LOCALITY RATES. Maximum per diem rates prescribed for specific localities.<br />
LODGINGS-PLUS PER DIEM SYSTEM. The method <strong>of</strong> computing per diem allowances for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel in<br />
which <strong>the</strong> per diem allowance for each travel day is established on <strong>the</strong> basis <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> actual amount <strong>the</strong> traveler pays<br />
for lodging, plus an allowance for meals and incidental expenses (M&IE), <strong>the</strong> total <strong>of</strong> which does not exceed <strong>the</strong><br />
applicable maximum per diem rate for <strong>the</strong> location concerned.<br />
MEMBER (UNIFORMED SERVICES). A commissioned <strong>of</strong>ficer, commissioned warrant <strong>of</strong>ficer, warrant <strong>of</strong>ficer,<br />
and enlisted person, including a retired person, <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Services. NOTE: “Retired person” includes<br />
members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Fleet Reserve and Fleet Marine Corps Reserve who are in receipt <strong>of</strong> retainer pay.<br />
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MILEAGE (ALLOWANCE) - PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS) <strong>TRAVEL</strong>, FIRST DUTY<br />
STATION <strong>TRAVEL</strong>, HOUSE HUNTING TRIP (HHT) AND SEPARATION <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. A rate per mile for<br />
authorized POC use during <strong>of</strong>ficial PCS travel. The total amount depends on <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial distance for which <strong>the</strong> rate<br />
per mile may be paid under <strong>the</strong> circumstances (as determined IAW <strong>the</strong> applicable JTR provisions. See JFTR, par.<br />
U2605 and JTR, par. C2505 for <strong>the</strong> current rate.<br />
MILEAGE (ALLOWANCE) - FOR LOCAL AND TDY <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. A rate per mile in lieu <strong>of</strong> reimbursement <strong>of</strong><br />
actual POC operating expenses. See par. C2500 for current rates.<br />
MISSING STATUS. The absence status <strong>of</strong> an employee who <strong>of</strong>ficially is carried or determined to be:<br />
1. Missing;<br />
2. Missing in action;<br />
3. Interned in a foreign country;<br />
4. Captured, beleaguered, or besieged by a hostile force; or<br />
5. Involuntarily detained in a foreign country.<br />
MIXED MODES. Travel using a POC (including on a PCS, a rental vehicle procured at personal expense) and one<br />
or more <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following modes:<br />
1. Personally-procured commercial transportation (see par. C2203),<br />
2. GOV’T-procured commercial transportation,<br />
3. GOV’T transportation.<br />
MOBILE HOME. A mobile dwelling constructed or converted and intended for use as a permanent residence and<br />
designed to be moved, ei<strong>the</strong>r self-propelled or by towing. It includes a house trailer, a privately owned railcar<br />
converted for use as a residence (51 Comp. Gen. 806 (1972)), and a boat a member uses as <strong>the</strong> place <strong>of</strong> principal<br />
residence (62 Comp. Gen. 292 (1983)), as well as all HHG and PBP&E contained in <strong>the</strong> mobile home and owned or<br />
intended for use by <strong>the</strong> employee or dependents.<br />
MONETARY ALLOWANCE IN LIEU OF TRANSPORTATION (MALT). A rate per mile for authorized<br />
POC use during <strong>of</strong>ficial PCS travel. The total amount depends on <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial distance for which <strong>the</strong> rate per mile<br />
may be paid under <strong>the</strong> circumstances (as determined IAW <strong>the</strong> applicable JTR provisions. See JFTR, par. U2605 and<br />
JTR, par. C2505 for <strong>the</strong> current rate.<br />
MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY DWELLING. A duplex, triplex or o<strong>the</strong>r type <strong>of</strong> dwelling that is designed to provide<br />
separate living QTRS for more than one household. The units within <strong>the</strong> dwellings ordinarily have separate<br />
addresses and separate entrances.<br />
NON-FOREIGN OCONUS AREA. The States <strong>of</strong> Alaska and Hawai’i, <strong>the</strong> Commonwealths <strong>of</strong> Puerto Rico and<br />
<strong>the</strong> Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Mariana Islands, Guam, and U.S. territories and possessions.<br />
NON-TEMPORARY STORAGE (NTS). Long-term HHG storage in lieu <strong>of</strong> transportation. NTS includes<br />
necessary packing, crating, unpacking, uncrating, transportation to and from <strong>the</strong> storage location(s), storage, and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r directly related necessary services. Also referred to as Extended Storage.<br />
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A. Outside CONUS.<br />
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B. For permanent duty travel purposes with respect to Alaska, Hawai’i, Commonwealths <strong>of</strong> Puerto Rico and <strong>the</strong><br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Mariana Islands, Guam, <strong>the</strong> U.S. territories and possessions, or foreign countries and similar geographical<br />
localities, an OCONUS place <strong>of</strong> employment outside <strong>the</strong> geographical locality in which <strong>the</strong> residence is located.<br />
OFFICIAL STATION. See PDS.<br />
OPEN MESS. A non-appropriated fund activity providing essential messing, billeting, and recreation for military<br />
personnel and <strong>the</strong>ir dependents.<br />
ORDER-ISSUING/AU<strong>THE</strong>NTICATING OFFICIAL. See AO.<br />
ORGANIZATIONAL CLOTHING AND INDIVIDUAL EQUIPMENT (OC&IE). OC&IE is accountable or<br />
issue-in-kind property owned or purchased by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T/uniformed service which must be returned IAW Service/<br />
Agency regulations to <strong>the</strong> Service/Agency upon mission completion or (in <strong>the</strong> case <strong>of</strong> a member) release from active<br />
duty (discharge, separation, or retirement). OC&IE per Agency/Service regulations is PBP&E when shipped as<br />
HHG.<br />
OVERSEAS. See OCONUS.<br />
PER DIEM ALLOWANCE. The per diem allowance (also referred to as subsistence allowance) is a daily<br />
payment instead <strong>of</strong> actual expense reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> actual expenses for lodging, meals and related incidental<br />
expenses. The per diem allowance is separate from transportation expenses and o<strong>the</strong>r Miscellaneous Reimbursable<br />
Expenses. The per diem allowance covers all charges, including tax (except lodging tax in <strong>the</strong> 50 states, District <strong>of</strong><br />
Columbia, and non-foreign OCONUS locations - see NOTE 1 below) and applicable service charges, for:<br />
1. Lodging. Expenses for overnight sleeping facilities; (including GOV’T QTRS); baths; personal use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
room during daytime; telephone access fees; and service charges for fans, air conditioners, heaters, and<br />
fireplaces furnished in rooms when such charges are not included in <strong>the</strong> room rate, and in foreign OCONUS<br />
areas only lodging taxes (see NOTE 2 below). NOTE: The term "lodging" does not include expenses for<br />
accommodations on airplanes, trains, buses, or ships. An accommodation furnished aboard a common<br />
carrier is a transportation cost and is not covered by per diem.<br />
NOTE 1: Per diem does not include transportation and o<strong>the</strong>r miscellaneous travel expenses.<br />
NOTE 2: The maximum amount allowed for lodging (http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) in<br />
CONUS and in a non-foreign OCONUS area does not include a lodging tax amount. Lodging tax in CONUS<br />
and in a non-foreign OCONUS area is a separate miscellaneous reimbursable expense. The maximum amount<br />
allowed for lodging in a foreign OCONUS area includes a lodging tax amount. Lodging tax in a foreign<br />
OCONUS area is not a separate miscellaneous reimbursable expense.<br />
2. Meals. Expenses for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and related taxes and tips. NOTE: Specifically excluded are<br />
alcoholic beverage and entertainment expenses, and any expenses incurred for o<strong>the</strong>r persons.<br />
3. Incidental Expenses.<br />
Incidental expenses include:<br />
a. Fees and tips to porters, baggage carriers, bellhops, hotel maids, stewards or stewardesses and o<strong>the</strong>rs on<br />
ships, and hotel servants in foreign countries. See par. C7460-item 4, regarding baggage-handling costs<br />
incurred as a direct result <strong>of</strong> an employee’s disability.;<br />
b. Transportation (i.e., bus, subway) between places <strong>of</strong> lodging or duty/business and places at which meals<br />
are taken, if suitable meals cannot be obtained at <strong>the</strong> TDY site NOTE: If, in <strong>the</strong> opinion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> AO,<br />
suitable meals cannot be obtained at <strong>the</strong> TDY site and reimbursement in <strong>the</strong> IE for travel to obtain<br />
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c. Clothing laundry, dry-cleaning, and/or pressing (except when travel is within CONUS and requires at<br />
least 4 consecutive nights TDY/PCS lodging in CONUS – see NOTE 3 below);<br />
d. Telegrams and telephone calls necessary to reserve lodging accommodations;<br />
e. Mailing costs associated with filing travel vouchers and payment <strong>of</strong> GTCC billings;<br />
f. Potable water and ice ( 28 Comp. Gen. 627 (1949)); and<br />
g. Tax and service charges on any <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> expenses in items 2 through 3f.<br />
NOTE 3:<br />
The cost for clothing laundry, dry cleaning and pressing is a separate miscellaneous reimbursable<br />
expense in addition to per diem/AEA when travel is within CONUS and requires at least 4 consecutive nights<br />
TDY/PCS lodging in CONUS. The cost for clothing laundry, dry cleaning and pressing is not a separate<br />
miscellaneous reimbursable travel expense for travel OCONUS and is included as an IE within <strong>the</strong> per diem/<br />
AEA authorized/ approved for travel OCONUS.<br />
PER DIEM, REDUCED. See REDUCED PER DIEM.<br />
PER DIEM <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AND TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCE COMMITTEE. The Per Diem, Travel and<br />
Transportation Allowance Committee (PDTATAC) publishes <strong>the</strong>se regulations. The Committee is chartered by <strong>the</strong><br />
Uniformed Services and operates under <strong>the</strong> policy guidance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Department <strong>of</strong> Defense (DOD). Its members are<br />
a Deputy Assistant Secretary from each <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> military departments, <strong>the</strong> Director <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> National Oceanic and<br />
Atmospheric Administration Corps (NOAA Corps), <strong>the</strong> Director <strong>of</strong> Personnel Management <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Coast Guard<br />
(USCG), and <strong>the</strong> Assistant Secretary for Health <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Public Health Service (USPHS). The Committee Chairman is<br />
<strong>the</strong> Deputy Under Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense (Military Personnel Policy (MPP)).<br />
The Committee’s purpose is to ensure that uniform travel and transportation regulations are issued pursuant to<br />
Title 37, USC, o<strong>the</strong>r applicable laws, Executive orders, and decisions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Comptroller <strong>General</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. and<br />
<strong>the</strong> Department <strong>of</strong> Defense <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hearings and Appeals (DOHA), for members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> seven Uniformed<br />
Services. ICW Defense Department civilian employees, <strong>the</strong> Committee’s primary purpose is to issue uniform<br />
regulations implementing <strong>the</strong> Federal Travel Regulation (FTR), statutory requirements, Executive orders, and<br />
decisions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Comptroller <strong>General</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. and <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>General</strong> Services Administration Board <strong>of</strong> Contract<br />
Appeals (GSBCA) or Civilian Board <strong>of</strong> Contract Appeals (CBCA). (PDC Charter 20 April 1988; LAW 37 USC<br />
411 and 1001; DOD Directive 5154.29, 9 March 1993).<br />
PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS). In general, <strong>the</strong> assignment, detail, or transfer <strong>of</strong> an employee to<br />
a different PDS under a competent travel authorization that does not specify <strong>the</strong> duty as temporary, provide for<br />
fur<strong>the</strong>r assignment to a new PDS, or direct return to <strong>the</strong> old PDS.<br />
PERMANENT DUTY STATION (PDS). Also called OFFICIAL STATION. The employee's or invitational<br />
traveler's permanent work assignment location. For <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> determining PCS travel allowances, a PDS is <strong>the</strong><br />
building or o<strong>the</strong>r place (base, post, or activity) where an employee regularly reports for duty. With respect to<br />
authorization under <strong>the</strong>se regulations relating to <strong>the</strong> residence and <strong>the</strong> HHG and an employee’s personal effects,<br />
PDS also means <strong>the</strong> residence or o<strong>the</strong>r QTRS from (to) which <strong>the</strong> employee regularly commutes to (and from) work,<br />
except where <strong>the</strong> PDS is in a remote area where adequate family housing is not available within reasonable daily<br />
commuting distance. In <strong>the</strong> latter situation, residence includes <strong>the</strong> dwelling where <strong>the</strong> employee’s dependents reside<br />
or are to reside, but only if such residence reasonably relates to <strong>the</strong> PDS as determined by <strong>the</strong> appropriate travelapproving/directing<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial. For purposes o<strong>the</strong>r than PCS travel allowances, a PDS is defined as:<br />
A. For an employee:<br />
1. The corporate limits <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> city or town in which stationed, or;<br />
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2. If not stationed in an incorporated city or town, <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial station limits are <strong>the</strong> reservation, station, or o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
established area (including established large reservation subdivisions (e.g., McGuire AFB and Ft Dix)) having<br />
definite boundaries in which <strong>the</strong> employee is stationed. When a reservation, station, o<strong>the</strong>r established area or<br />
established large reservation subdivision (e.g., McGuire AFB and Ft. Dix) falls within two or more corporate<br />
city limits (e.g., <strong>the</strong> districts <strong>of</strong> Honolulu and any o<strong>the</strong>r such as Ewa, Hawai’i) or crosses recognized borders<br />
(e.g., Ft. Campbell is in Tennessee and Kentucky), it is not in ei<strong>the</strong>r one. The PDS limits are <strong>the</strong>n solely <strong>the</strong><br />
limits <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> reservation, station, o<strong>the</strong>r established area or established large reservation subdivision.<br />
B. For an invitational traveler:<br />
1. The corporate limits <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> city or town in which <strong>the</strong> home or principal place <strong>of</strong> business is located, or<br />
2. If not in an incorporated city or town, <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial station limits are <strong>the</strong> reservation, station, or o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
established area (including established large reservation subdivisions (e.g., McGuire AFB and Ft. Dix)) having<br />
definite boundaries in which <strong>the</strong> home or principal place <strong>of</strong> business is located. When a reservation, station,<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r established area or established large reservation subdivision (e.g., McGuire AFB and Ft. Dix) falls<br />
within two or more corporate city limits (e.g., <strong>the</strong> districts <strong>of</strong> Honolulu and any o<strong>the</strong>r such as Ewa, Hawai’i)<br />
or crosses recognized borders (e.g., Ft Campbell is in Tennessee and Kentucky), it is not in ei<strong>the</strong>r one. The<br />
limits <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> PDS are <strong>the</strong>n solely <strong>the</strong> limits <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> reservation, station, o<strong>the</strong>r established area or established<br />
large reservation subdivision.<br />
NOTE: Arlington County, VA, is a PDS. The Pentagon and o<strong>the</strong>r Government activities are located in<br />
Arlington, VA – even though <strong>the</strong>y have Washington, D.C. mailing addresses (52 Comp. Gen. 751 (1973)). There<br />
are seven Districts on <strong>the</strong> Island <strong>of</strong> Oahu, Hawai’i. Each <strong>of</strong> those seven Districts is a separate and unique PDS.<br />
(19 Comp. Gen. 602 (1939) and 42 Comp. Gen. 460 (1963)).<br />
PERMANENT DUTY <strong>TRAVEL</strong> (PDT). First duty station travel for a newly recruited employee or appointee,<br />
RAT, PCS travel, and separation travel. See Ch 5, Part A.<br />
PLACE FROM WHICH CALLED (OR ORDERED) TO ACTIVE DUTY (PLEAD)<br />
1. The place <strong>of</strong> acceptance in current enlistment, commission, or appointment <strong>of</strong> an active Service member, or<br />
<strong>of</strong> an RC member when enlisted, commissioned, or appointed for immediate active duty. For an inductee, it is<br />
<strong>the</strong> location <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> local Selective Service Board to which <strong>the</strong> individual first reported for delivery to <strong>the</strong><br />
induction station.<br />
2. In <strong>the</strong> case <strong>of</strong> an RC member who is not enlisted, commissioned, or appointed for immediate active duty, <strong>the</strong><br />
place to which an order to active duty is addressed.<br />
3. Effective 1 January 1983: In <strong>the</strong> case <strong>of</strong> a non-prior service midshipman or cadet at a Service academy or a<br />
civilian college or university, <strong>the</strong> place at which <strong>the</strong> member attains a military status or at which <strong>the</strong> member<br />
enters <strong>the</strong> Service. NOTE: <strong>General</strong>ly this is <strong>the</strong> academic institution and not <strong>the</strong> member's HOR (60 Comp.<br />
Gen. 142 (1980)).<br />
NOTE:<br />
The PLEAD changes only if <strong>the</strong>re is a break in service exceeding one full day, in which case it is <strong>the</strong><br />
place <strong>of</strong> entry into <strong>the</strong> new period <strong>of</strong> service.<br />
PLACE OF PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION. See ACCOMMODATIONS, PUBLIC.<br />
PLACE OF STORAGE. Residence or authorized storage location.<br />
POLICY-CONSTRUCTED AIRFARE. The least expensive, unrestricted economy/coach airfare. If <strong>the</strong> policyconstructed<br />
airfare turns out to be or include a city-pair airfare and if <strong>the</strong>re are both a ‘YCA’ and a ‘-CA’ airfare, <strong>the</strong><br />
‘YCA’ airfare is used. A capacity-controlled city-pair airfare (-CA airfare) is not included when creating a policyconstructed<br />
airfare for comparison purposes.<br />
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PORT CALL. Official notification or instructions that require a traveler to report for transoceanic transportation.<br />
It designates <strong>the</strong> port <strong>of</strong> embarkation, identifies <strong>the</strong> carrier with flight number or sailing assignment, specifies <strong>the</strong><br />
reporting time and date, and provides instructions relevant to <strong>the</strong> transportation arrangements.<br />
PORT OF DEBARKATION (POD)<br />
1. Air Travel: <strong>the</strong> destination airport at which <strong>the</strong> traveler leaves an international/transoceanic flight.<br />
2. Ship Travel: <strong>the</strong> place at which <strong>the</strong> traveler leaves a ship after <strong>the</strong> journey <strong>of</strong> 24 or more hours.<br />
PORT OF EMBARKATION (POE)<br />
1. Air Travel: <strong>the</strong> airport at which <strong>the</strong> traveler boards an international/transoceanic flight.<br />
2. Ship Travel: <strong>the</strong> place at which <strong>the</strong> traveler boards a ship for a journey <strong>of</strong> 24 or more hours.<br />
POSSESSIONS OF <strong>THE</strong> UNITED STATES. See TERRITORIES AND POSSESSIONS OF <strong>THE</strong> UNITED<br />
STATES.<br />
POST OF DUTY. (Also see PDS.) An OCONUS PDS.<br />
PREMIUM-CLASS. Travel and accommodations that are:<br />
1. First-class. Highest class available. See definition <strong>of</strong> FIRST-CLASS, or<br />
2. Business-class. See definition <strong>of</strong> BUSINESS-CLASS.<br />
PRIVATELY OWNED AIRCRAFT. An aircraft that is owned or leased for personal use. It is not owned, leased,<br />
chartered, or rented by a GOV’T agency, nor is it rented or leased for use in carrying out <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T business.<br />
PRIVATELY OWNED AUTOMOBILE (POA). A car or light truck (including vans and pickup trucks) that is<br />
owned or leased for personal use by an individual.<br />
PRIVATELY OWNED CONVEYANCE (POC). (See TRANSPORTATION.) Any transportation mode used<br />
for <strong>the</strong> movement <strong>of</strong> persons from place to place, o<strong>the</strong>r than a GOV’T conveyance or common carrier, including a<br />
conveyance loaned for a charge to, or rented at personal expense by, an employee for transportation on PCS or TDY<br />
when such rental conveyance has not been authorized/approved as a Special Conveyance as provided for in JTR,<br />
par. C2102-B. NOTE: A common carrier, or a conveyance owned by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T, is not a POC.<br />
PRIVATELY OWNED (MOTOR) VEHICLE (POV). Any motor vehicle owned by, or on a long-term lease (12<br />
or more months) to, an employee or that employee’s dependent for <strong>the</strong> primary purpose <strong>of</strong> providing personal<br />
transportation that:<br />
1. Is self-propelled;<br />
2. Is licensed to travel on <strong>the</strong> public highways;<br />
3. Is designed to carry passengers or HHG; and<br />
4. Has four or more wheels (see NOTE 3 below).<br />
NOTE 1: In <strong>the</strong> case <strong>of</strong> a leased vehicle, <strong>the</strong> employee must provide written authority from <strong>the</strong> leasing company<br />
to have <strong>the</strong> vehicle transported. All requirements stated in <strong>the</strong> lease, as well as requirements for POV entry into<br />
any location, are <strong>the</strong> employee's responsibility.<br />
NOTE 2: A trailer, airplane, or any vehicle intended for commercial use is not a POV.<br />
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a. CONUS. A motorcycle or moped may be designated as a POV (ra<strong>the</strong>r than as HHG) by <strong>the</strong> employee if <strong>the</strong><br />
employer determines it is more advantageous and cost effective to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T to transport POV(s) than to drive<br />
to <strong>the</strong> new PDS.<br />
b. OCONUS.<br />
A motorcycle or moped may be shipped as <strong>the</strong> POV (ra<strong>the</strong>r than as HHG) on <strong>the</strong> same travel<br />
authorization/order.<br />
PRIVATIZED HOUSING. Housing units on or near a military INSTALLATION in <strong>the</strong> U.S. and/or its territories<br />
and possessions that are acquired or constructed by private persons, under <strong>the</strong> authority <strong>of</strong> 10 USC §§2871-2885.<br />
Privatized housing is not GOV’T QTRS, nor is it GOV’T-controlled QTRS, nor is it private sector housing.<br />
PROFESSIONAL BOOKS, PAPERS, AND EQUIPMENT (PBP&E) FOR MEMBER/EMPLEE. (Also called<br />
PRO or PRO-Gear.) HHG in a member's/employee’s possession needed for <strong>the</strong> performance <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial duties at<br />
<strong>the</strong> next or a later destination ( B-171877.03, 15 December 1976, B-196994, 9 May 1980, and B-251563, 14 June<br />
1993). The following items are PBP&E:<br />
1. Reference material;<br />
2. Instruments, tools, and equipment peculiar to technicians, mechanics, and members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essions;<br />
3. Specialized clothing such as diving suits, astronauts' suits, flying suits and helmets, band uniforms,<br />
chaplains' vestments, and o<strong>the</strong>r specialized apparel not normal or usual uniform or clothing;<br />
4. Communication equipment used by a member in association with <strong>the</strong> MARS (see DODD 4650.2);<br />
5. Individually owned or specially issued field clothing and equipment;<br />
6. An <strong>of</strong>ficial award given to a member by a Service (or a component <strong>the</strong>re<strong>of</strong>) for service performed by <strong>the</strong><br />
member in <strong>the</strong> member's capacity or by a pr<strong>of</strong>essional society/organization/U.S. or foreign Government for<br />
significant contributions ICW <strong>of</strong>ficial duties; and<br />
7. Personal computers and accompanying equipment used for <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T business (i.e., CPU, monitor,<br />
keyboard, mouse, 1 printer, 1 set <strong>of</strong> small computer speakers).<br />
8. GOV’T- or uniformed service-owned accountable Organizational Clothing and Individual Clothing<br />
(OC&IE) property issued to <strong>the</strong> employee or member by <strong>the</strong> Agency/Service for <strong>of</strong>ficial use.<br />
NOTE: Excluded from PBP&E are commercial products for sale/resale used in conducting business, sports<br />
equipment; and <strong>of</strong>fice, household, or shop fixtures or furniture (such as bookcases, study/computer desks, file<br />
cabinets, and racks) <strong>of</strong> any kind even though used ICW <strong>the</strong> PBP&E.<br />
PROFESSIONAL BOOKS, PAPERS, AND EQUIPMENT (PBP&E) FOR A MEMBER’S DEPENDENT<br />
SPOUSE. (Also called PRO or PRO-Gear). (NOT APPLICABLE TO AN EMPLOYEE’S DEPENDENT<br />
SPOUSE). HHG in a spouse's possession needed for <strong>the</strong> member’s spouse employment or community support<br />
activities at <strong>the</strong> next or a later destination. The following items are PBP&E:<br />
1. Reference material,<br />
2 Instruments, tools, and equipment peculiar to technicians, mechanics, and members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essions;<br />
3. Specialized clothing such as diving suit, flying suits and helmets, band uniforms, nurse uniforms, chaplains'<br />
vestments, and o<strong>the</strong>r specialized apparel not normal or usual uniform or clothing; and<br />
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4. Personal computers and accompanying equipment used for business or community support activities (i.e.,<br />
CPU, monitor, keyboard, mouse, 1 printer, 1 set <strong>of</strong> small computer speakers).<br />
NOTE:<br />
Excluded from PBP&E are commercial products for sale/resale used in conducting business, sports<br />
equipment, and <strong>of</strong>fice, household, or shop fixtures or furniture (such as bookcases, study/computer desks, file<br />
cabinets, and racks) <strong>of</strong> any kind even though used ICW <strong>the</strong> PBP&E.<br />
PROPORTIONAL MEAL RATE. The average <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> standard GOV’T meal rate<br />
(http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/faqgovmeals.html) and <strong>the</strong> meals portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> applicable M&IE rate<br />
(http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) , rounded up to nearest dollar.<br />
REDUCED PER DIEM. A per diem rate, lower than locality per diem, that is authorized by an agency when <strong>the</strong>re<br />
are known reductions in lodging and meal costs that can be determined in advance.<br />
RENEWAL AGREEMENT <strong>TRAVEL</strong> (RAT). See PERMANENT DUTY <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. Travel and transportation<br />
allowance for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee/dependents to return home on leave, between overseas tours <strong>of</strong> duty. See<br />
Ch 5, Part K, for eligibility and limitations.<br />
RESERVE COMPONENT. The:<br />
A. Army National Guard <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S.;<br />
B. Army Reserve;<br />
C. Naval Reserve;<br />
D. Marine Corps Reserve;<br />
E. Air National Guard <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S.;<br />
F. Air Force Reserve;<br />
G. Coast Guard Reserve; and<br />
H. Reserve Corps <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Public Health Service.<br />
RESIDENCE-TYPE QUARTERS. QTRS that are not hotel or hotel-like accommodations.<br />
SECRETARIAL PROCESS. Action by <strong>the</strong> Per Diem Committee Principal member, <strong>the</strong> Principal member’s<br />
designated representative, or:<br />
A. Secretary <strong>of</strong> a Military Department,<br />
B. Director <strong>of</strong> a Defense Component,<br />
C. Director, Administration & Management for:<br />
1. <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense,<br />
2. Washington Headquarters Services,<br />
3. Organization <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Joint Chiefs <strong>of</strong> Staff,<br />
4. Uniformed Services University <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Health Sciences,<br />
5. U.S. Court <strong>of</strong> Military Appeals, and<br />
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The Secretarial Process is (or <strong>the</strong> Processes are) in administrative and/or procedural directives issued under par.<br />
C1002.<br />
SECRETARY CONCERNED. As defined in 37 USC. §101(5), <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong>:<br />
A. The Army, with respect to matters concerning <strong>the</strong> Army;<br />
B. The Navy, with respect to matters concerning <strong>the</strong> Navy, <strong>the</strong> Marine Corps, and <strong>the</strong> Coast Guard when it is<br />
operating as a Service in <strong>the</strong> Navy;<br />
C. The Air Force, with respect to matters concerning <strong>the</strong> Air Force;<br />
D. Homeland Security, with respect to matters concerning <strong>the</strong> Coast Guard when it is not operating as a Service in<br />
<strong>the</strong> Navy;<br />
E. Commerce, with respect to matters concerning <strong>the</strong> National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; and<br />
F. Health and Human Services, with respect to matters concerning <strong>the</strong> Public Health Service.<br />
When this term is used in <strong>the</strong> JTR, <strong>the</strong> Secretary concerned may authorize action by <strong>the</strong> PDTATAC Principal,<br />
without fur<strong>the</strong>r delegation.<br />
SEPARATE DEPARTMENT. See DIFFERENT (OR SEPARATE) DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES.<br />
SEPARATION <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. See PERMANENT DUTY <strong>TRAVEL</strong>.<br />
SERVICES. See UNIFORMED SERVICES.<br />
SHORT DISTANCE MOVE. A PCS between PDSs within <strong>the</strong> same city/area when <strong>the</strong> old and new PDS are at<br />
least 50 miles apart. See par. C5080-F for authorization/approval and exceptions to <strong>the</strong> 50-mile rule.<br />
SPARE PARTS FOR A POV. Extra tires, wheels, tire chains, tools, battery chargers, accessories, and those small<br />
and usually possessed parts or replacements used for repair and replacement <strong>of</strong> identical parts subject to normal use<br />
and wear (such as extra spark plugs, radiator hoses, fan belts, filters, gaskets, tune-up and repair kits), and items that<br />
serve a seasonal, an emergency, or a convenience purpose, such as special seats and beds for children, bottle<br />
warmers and similar conveniences, snow and ice removal equipment, auxiliary heaters, and storage boxes.<br />
SPECIAL CONVEYANCE. Commercially rented or hired vehicles o<strong>the</strong>r than a POC and o<strong>the</strong>r than those owned<br />
or under contract to an agency.<br />
STANDARD CONUS PER DIEM RATE<br />
A. The per diem rate for any CONUS location not included in a defined locality (county/area) in <strong>the</strong> CONUS per<br />
diem rates (http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) . See also par. C4550-E3.<br />
B. The per diem rate for all CONUS locations when PDT is involved.<br />
STANDARD GOVERNMENT MEAL RATE. The daily rate paid for meals in a GOV’T dining facility/mess<br />
including <strong>the</strong> operating cost. See GOVERNMENT MEAL RATE for current rates.<br />
STORAGE IN TRANSIT (SIT). Short-term storage that is part <strong>of</strong> HHG transportation. May be at any<br />
combination <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> origin, in transit, or destination. Usually for 90 or fewer days, but may be extended. See par.<br />
C5190. Also referred to as temporary storage.<br />
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TEACHER. A civilian who is a citizen <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. and whose services are required on a school year basis in a<br />
teaching position subject to 20 USC §901-907 in <strong>the</strong> DOD Education Activity System.<br />
TEMPORARY CHANGE OF STATION (TCS). The relocation <strong>of</strong> an employee to a new PDS for a temporary<br />
period to perform a long-term temporary assignment, and subsequent return <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employee to <strong>the</strong> previous PDS<br />
after assignment completion.<br />
*TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY). Duty at one or more locations, away from <strong>the</strong> PDS, under a travel authorization/<br />
order providing for fur<strong>the</strong>r assignment or, pending fur<strong>the</strong>r assignment, to return to <strong>the</strong> old PDS or to proceed to a<br />
new PDS. There are four types <strong>of</strong> TDY travel with different allowances:<br />
1. Business Travel. Conducting business at a location o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> PDS. It incorporates any type <strong>of</strong> travel<br />
not included in schoolhouse training, deployment and unit training or special circumstances travel. It also<br />
includes certain local travel, but not leave or evacuation.<br />
2. Schoolhouse Training Travel. Travel ICW TDY attendance at formal course(s) <strong>of</strong> instruction by a civilian<br />
employee.<br />
3. Deployment, Personnel Traveling Toge<strong>the</strong>r Under an Authorization/Order Directing No/Limited<br />
Reimbursement, and Unit Travel. Includes a unit traveling in support <strong>of</strong> a combat mission, peacekeeping, and<br />
disaster relief. It also includes field or maneuver training and sea duty when troops involved are not<br />
permanently assigned to a ship. The GOV’T provides all transportation, lodging, and eating facilities when<br />
personnel traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r are under an authorization/order directing no/limited reimbursement.<br />
4. Special Circumstances Travel. Those categories <strong>of</strong> travel found in JTR, Ch 7.<br />
TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY) LOCATION. See TEMPORARY DUTY STATION.<br />
TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY) STATION. A place, away from <strong>the</strong> PDS, to which <strong>the</strong> traveler is authorized to<br />
travel.<br />
TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY) <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. Travel to one or more places away from a PDS to perform duties for a<br />
period <strong>of</strong> time and, upon completion <strong>of</strong> assignment, return or proceed to a PDS.<br />
TEMPORARY LODGING FACILITIES. Specifically identified Service-operated interim housing facilities that<br />
provide short-term housing accommodations for which a charge is levied, without direct charge against <strong>the</strong><br />
occupant’s QTRS allowance. They include guesthouses, except transient visiting <strong>of</strong>ficer QTRS occupied by <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
visitors to <strong>the</strong> INSTALLATION. NOTE:<br />
They do not include facilities used primarily for rest and recuperation<br />
purposes, or unaccompanied <strong>of</strong>ficer and enlisted QTRS.<br />
TEMPORARY STORAGE. See STORAGE IN TRANSIT.<br />
TERRITORIES AND POSSESSIONS OF <strong>THE</strong> UNITED STATES. (As released by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Geographer and Global Issues, 1 July 1997.)<br />
A. Commonwealth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Mariana Islands, i.e., Saipan, Saipan Lagoon, Tinian, Aquijan, Rota, Farallon<br />
De Pajaros (Uracas), Maug, Asuncion, Agrihan, Pagan, Alamagan, Zealandia Banks, Guguan, Sarigan, Anatathan,<br />
Farallon De Medinilla, Esmeralda Banks, and Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Islands Sanctuary. (Island names from website:<br />
www.saipan.com).<br />
B. Commonwealth <strong>of</strong> Puerto Rico<br />
C. American Samoa<br />
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D. Baker Island<br />
E. Guam<br />
F. Howland Island<br />
G. Jarvis Island<br />
H. Johnston Atoll<br />
I. Kingman Reef<br />
J. Midway Islands<br />
K. Navassa Island<br />
L. Palmyra Atoll<br />
M. Virgin Islands<br />
N. Wake Island<br />
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TERRITORY OF <strong>THE</strong> UNITED STATES. (See TERRITORIES AND POSSESSIONS OF <strong>THE</strong> UNITED<br />
STATES.) An incorporated or unincorporated territory over which <strong>the</strong> U.S. exercises sovereignty, an area at times<br />
referred to as a dependent area or possession, and o<strong>the</strong>r areas subject to U.S. jurisdiction. NOTE: "Incorporated”<br />
territories refer to any areas that Congress has "incorporated" into <strong>the</strong> U.S. by making <strong>the</strong> Constitution<br />
applicable <strong>the</strong>reto. "Unincorporated” territories refer to any territories to which <strong>the</strong> Constitution has not been<br />
expressly and fully extended.<br />
TRANSOCEANIC <strong>TRAVEL</strong>. Travel, that if performed by surface means <strong>of</strong> commercial transportation over a<br />
usually traveled route, requires oceangoing ships.<br />
TRANSPORTATION. The means <strong>of</strong> moving people or things (particularly HHG) from one place to ano<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES. The costs related to transportation. See Ch 2 and APP G.<br />
TRANSPORTATION, HHG. The shipping, packing, crating, drayage, storage in transit, uncrating, and unpacking<br />
<strong>of</strong> HHG at GOV’T expense. See Ch 5, Part D for specific regulations governing PCS HHG transportation.<br />
TRANSPORTATION-IN-KIND. Transportation provided by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T without cost to <strong>the</strong> traveler. It includes<br />
transportation by GOV’T aircraft, ship, or vehicle, and GOV’T-procured transportation via commercial carriers.<br />
TRANSPORTATION, POV. Transportation by ship, including port-handling charges, to, from, and between<br />
OCONUS ports.<br />
NOTE 1: The term does not include land transportation to or from such ports, except when transportation <strong>of</strong> a<br />
POV is authorized by 5 USC §5564 and is IAW Service regulations.<br />
NOTE 2: Customs and o<strong>the</strong>r fees and charges required to effect entry <strong>of</strong> a POV into a country are not part <strong>of</strong><br />
transportation. They are <strong>the</strong> employee’s financial responsibility.<br />
TRANSPORTATION REQUEST. A written GOV’T request (including a GTR – see definition) to procure<br />
transportation, accommodations, or o<strong>the</strong>r services chargeable to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T from a commercial provider ICW<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
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TRANSPORTATION TERMINAL. A transportation terminal is a common carrier or GOV’T transportation (air,<br />
rail, bus, or ship) terminal, station, airport, or wharf. It includes a rental car pick-up or drop-<strong>of</strong>f point if rental car is<br />
<strong>the</strong> transportation mode to and from <strong>the</strong> TDY location.<br />
TRANSPORTATION, USUAL MODE OF. A transportation mode that is authorized, required, or furnished for<br />
usual travel by direct route, including common carrier facilities within CONUS or commercial and GOV’T<br />
transportation facilities overseas that would be used for travel by <strong>the</strong> most direct usually traveled route between<br />
points <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong>. The term “travel” relates to movement <strong>of</strong> persons from place to place and includes authority to <strong>the</strong> use<br />
<strong>of</strong> QTRS facilities, allowances, and certain transportation and miscellaneous reimbursable expenses incidental to<br />
travel, subject to conditions and limitations in this Volume.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong>-APPROVING/DIRECTING OFFICIAL. Individuals who direct and approve/disapprove travel<br />
requests and vouchers prior to claim settlement. They ensure <strong>the</strong> necessity and justification for travel authorizations.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION. (Also referred to as a travel order.) A written instrument issued or approved by<br />
person(s) to whom authority has been delegated authorizing a traveler or group <strong>of</strong> travelers to travel. There are four<br />
basic types travel authorizations:<br />
A. Unlimited Open. This is a form <strong>of</strong> blanket travel authorization allowing an employee to travel anywhere on<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial business without fur<strong>the</strong>r authorization for a specified period <strong>of</strong> time within a fiscal year. See NOTE below<br />
for restrictions.<br />
B. Limited Open. This is a form <strong>of</strong> blanket travel authorization allowing an employee to travel on <strong>of</strong>ficial business<br />
without fur<strong>the</strong>r authorization under certain specific conditions, i.e., travel to specific geographic area(s) for specific<br />
purpose(s), subject to trip cost ceilings, or for specific periods <strong>of</strong> time within a fiscal year. See NOTE below for<br />
restrictions.<br />
C. Repeat. This is a form <strong>of</strong> blanket travel authorization allowing an employee to travel on <strong>of</strong>ficial business<br />
without fur<strong>the</strong>r authorization to a specific destination for a specified period <strong>of</strong> time within a fiscal year. See NOTE<br />
below for restrictions.<br />
D. Trip-by-trip. A travel authorization allowing an individual or group <strong>of</strong> individuals to take one or more specific<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial business trips, which must include specific purpose, itinerary, and estimated costs.<br />
NOTE:<br />
Unlimited Open, Limited Open, and Repeat Travel Authorizations (also called Blanket Travel<br />
Authorizations) are not used in DTS. The blanket travel authorization type is restricted to economy-class travel<br />
authorization. If premium-class transportation becomes necessary for a specific trip, an amendment to <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
for each such trip must be issued.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> CLAIM (VOUCHER). A written request, supported by applicable documentation and receipts , for<br />
reimbursement <strong>of</strong> expenses incurred in <strong>the</strong> performance <strong>of</strong> any <strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong>, EMERGENCY. Travel that results from:<br />
A. The traveler becoming incapacitated by illness or injury not due to personal misconduct;<br />
B. The death or serious illness <strong>of</strong> a member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> traveler’s family; or<br />
C. A catastrophic occurrence or impending disaster, such as fire, flood, or act <strong>of</strong> God, that directly affects <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler’s home.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong>, INVITATIONAL. Authorized travel by individuals ei<strong>the</strong>r not employed by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T or employed<br />
(under 5 USC §5703) intermittently in <strong>the</strong> GOV’T's service as consultants or experts and paid on a daily whenactually-employed<br />
basis. It is also used for individuals serving without pay or at $1 a year when <strong>the</strong>y are acting in a<br />
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capacity directly related to, or ICW, <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T activities. Travel and transportation allowances authorized for<br />
<strong>the</strong>se persons are <strong>the</strong> same as those ordinarily authorized for civilian employees ICW TDY, except as provided by<br />
item A2m in APP E, Part I for spouse invitational travel. See APP E.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> MANAGEMENT CENTER (TMC). See (CONTRACTED) COMMERCIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong> OFFICE/<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> MANAGEMENT CENTER (CTO/TMC) and <strong>TRAVEL</strong> MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (TMS).<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (TMS). (FTR §301-73.100-103) A system to arrange travel services for<br />
Federal travelers on <strong>of</strong>ficial travel, including reservation <strong>of</strong> accommodations and ticketing. A TMS includes a CTO/<br />
TMC, and an electronic system or o<strong>the</strong>r commercial method <strong>of</strong> arranging travel.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong>, OFFICIAL. Authorized travel solely ICW business <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> DOD or <strong>the</strong> GOV’T.<br />
NOTE 1: Official travel may be performed within or in <strong>the</strong> vicinity <strong>of</strong> a PDS; to or from <strong>the</strong> actual residence to,<br />
from, or between PDSs; and to, from, at, and between TDY assignment locations.<br />
NOTE 2: Travel and delays for personal reasons or convenience, by circuitous route, by transportation modes<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r than authorized/approved, for additional distances, or to places ICW personal business is not <strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
Non<strong>of</strong>ficial travel status affects allowances, reimbursements, and pay status.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> REQUEST. A written statement for travel authorization that includes information regarding personnel,<br />
mission, pertinent dates or assignment period, transportation modes, allowances, limitations, special approval or<br />
instructions, justifications if necessary, and fund and accounting citation.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong>-REQUESTING OFFICIAL. The individual who initiates <strong>the</strong> request for a travel authorization and who<br />
has full knowledge <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong>, and requirements for, <strong>the</strong> travel mission. DOD components may permit<br />
travelers to be travel-requesting <strong>of</strong>ficials for <strong>the</strong>ir own travel authorizations. However when travelers are permitted<br />
to be travel-requesting <strong>of</strong>ficials for <strong>the</strong>ir own travel authorizations, under no circumstances may <strong>the</strong> travelrequesting<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial also be <strong>the</strong> travel-approving/directing and/or AO for <strong>the</strong> travel. NOTE: A travel request is<br />
subject to approval/disapproval by a travel-approving/directing <strong>of</strong>ficial.<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> STATUS. The employee’s status for <strong>the</strong> elapsed period <strong>of</strong> time from <strong>the</strong> beginning to <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
travel in compliance with <strong>the</strong> authority in a travel authorization, including time en route awaiting transportation<br />
connections and delays en route beyond <strong>the</strong> traveler’s control.<br />
*TRIP RECORD. Under DTS, this document, in ei<strong>the</strong>r electronic or paper form, provides <strong>the</strong> vehicle on which is<br />
recorded each <strong>of</strong>ficial travel authorization/order, initial options, modifications, and payment decisions. Prepared by<br />
<strong>the</strong> traveler, it is <strong>the</strong> single trip document that includes <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order and fund cite, <strong>the</strong> should-cost<br />
estimate, <strong>the</strong> itinerary, updates to <strong>the</strong> itinerary made during <strong>the</strong> trip, and serves as <strong>the</strong> expense report when <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler returns.<br />
UNACCOMPANIED BAGGAGE. See BAGGAGE, UNACCOMPANIED.<br />
UNIFORMED SERVICES. The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Oceanic and<br />
Atmospheric Administration Corps, and Public Health Service.<br />
UNIT. A military element whose structure is prescribed by competent authority, such as in a table <strong>of</strong> organization<br />
and equipment.<br />
UNITED STATES (U.S.). The 50 states and <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia.<br />
UPON SEPARATION FROM FEDERAL SERVICE. All dates following <strong>the</strong> date an employee is separated<br />
from Federal Service.<br />
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U.S.-CERTIFICATED AIR CARRIER. A U.S.-certificated air carrier that holds a certificate under 49 USC<br />
§41102 and that is authorized ei<strong>the</strong>r by <strong>the</strong> carrier's certificate or by exemption or regulation. U.S.-certificated air<br />
carrier service also includes service provided under a code share agreement with a foreign (non-.U.S.-certificated)<br />
air carrier IAW Title 14, Code <strong>of</strong> Federal Regulations (CFR) when <strong>the</strong> ticket, or documentation for an electronic<br />
ticket, identifies <strong>the</strong> U.S.-certificated air carrier's designator code and flight number.<br />
U.S. FLAG AIR CARRIER. See U.S.-CERTIFICATED AIR CARRIER.<br />
U.S. INSTALLATION. A base, post, yard, camp or station:<br />
A. Under <strong>the</strong> local command <strong>of</strong> a uniformed service,<br />
B. With permanent or semi-permanent-type troop shelters and a GOV’T dining facility/mess, and<br />
C. At which <strong>the</strong>re are U.S. GOV’T operations.<br />
NOTE:<br />
This term includes only that area actually occupied by those operations (plus <strong>the</strong> minimum surrounding<br />
area necessary for close-in security) and excludes contracted hotels not contained on and operated by <strong>the</strong><br />
INSTALLATION.<br />
WARD. A person, especially an infant, placed by authority <strong>of</strong> law under <strong>the</strong> care <strong>of</strong> a guardian.<br />
WEIGHT ADDITIVE. See HOUSEHOLD GOODS-WEIGHT ADDITIVE.<br />
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(C) means applicable only to JTR (U) means applicable only to JFTR<br />
Meaning<br />
AEA Actual Expense Allowance<br />
AMC Air Mobility Command<br />
AO Authorizing/Order-Issuing Official or Approving Official<br />
AOR Area <strong>of</strong> Responsibility<br />
AT Annual Training (U)<br />
ATM Automated Teller Machine<br />
AWOL Absent Without Leave (U)<br />
BAH Basic Allowance for Housing (U)<br />
BAH-DIFF Basic Allowance for Housing – Differential (U)<br />
BAH-RC Basic Allowance for Housing - Reserve Component (U)<br />
BAH-T Basic Allowance for Housing – Transit (U)<br />
BAS Basic Allowance for Subsistence (U)<br />
BRAC Base Realignment and Closure<br />
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_CA<br />
Unrestricted capacity-controlled airfare (fare basis code). The unrestricted capacity<br />
controlled airfare, or “-CA”, differs from <strong>the</strong> unrestricted airfare (YCA) only in that <strong>the</strong><br />
airline can limit <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> seats <strong>of</strong>fered at <strong>the</strong> unrestricted capacity controlled airfare.<br />
See APP P, Part 1, par. A2.<br />
CAP Civilian Advisory Panel<br />
CBA Centrally Billed Government Travel Charge Card Account<br />
CBCA Civilian Board <strong>of</strong> Contract Appeals<br />
CFR Code <strong>of</strong> Federal Regulations<br />
COLA Cost-<strong>of</strong>-Living Allowance<br />
CONUS Continental United States<br />
CONUS COLA Continental United States Cost <strong>of</strong> Living Allowance (U)<br />
COSTEP Commissioned <strong>Office</strong>r Student and Extern Program<br />
COT Consecutive Overseas Tour (U)<br />
CSRS Civil Service Retirement System (C)<br />
CTD Civilian Travel Determination (C)<br />
CTO (Contracted) Commercial Travel <strong>Office</strong><br />
CWT Hundred weight<br />
*DAS *Defense Attaché System<br />
DDESS Domestic Dependent Elementary and Secondary School<br />
*DIA *Defense Intelligence Agency<br />
DLA Dislocation Allowance (U)<br />
DOD Department <strong>of</strong> Defense<br />
DODD Department <strong>of</strong> Defense Directive<br />
DODDS Department <strong>of</strong> Defense Dependents Schools (C)<br />
DODEA Department <strong>of</strong> Defense Education Activity<br />
DODI Department <strong>of</strong> Defense Instruction<br />
DOHA Department <strong>of</strong> Defense <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> Hearings and Appeals (U)<br />
DOJ Department <strong>of</strong> Justice (U)<br />
DON Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy (includes USN and USMC)<br />
*DPM *Direct Procurement Method<br />
DSSR Department <strong>of</strong> State Standardized Regulations<br />
DTOD Defense Table <strong>of</strong> Official Distances<br />
DTR Defense Transportation Regulation<br />
DTS Defense Travel System<br />
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EFT Electronic Funds Transfer<br />
EUM Essential Unit Messing<br />
EVT Emergency Visitation Travel (C)<br />
FAM Foreign Affairs Manual (C)<br />
FAST Federal Automated System for Travel<br />
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency<br />
FEML Funded Environmental and Morale Leave<br />
FERS Federal Employees Retirement System (C)<br />
FHA Federal Housing Administration (C)<br />
FSH Family Separation Housing (U)<br />
FSH-B Family Separation Housing – BAH Based Location (U)<br />
FSH-O Family Separation Housing – OHA Based Location (U)<br />
FTA Foreign Transfer Allowance (C)<br />
FTR Federal Travel Regulation<br />
FUTA Federal Unemployment Tax Allowance (C)<br />
FVT Family Visitation Travel (C)<br />
FWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (C)<br />
GAO Government Accountability <strong>Office</strong> (formerly <strong>General</strong> Accounting <strong>Office</strong>)<br />
GARS Government Administrative Rate Supplement<br />
GMR Government Meal Rate<br />
GOV Government-owned vehicle<br />
GOV’T (U.S.) Government<br />
GSA <strong>General</strong> Services Administration<br />
GSBCA <strong>General</strong> Services Administration Board <strong>of</strong> Contract Appeals<br />
GTCC Government Travel Charge Card<br />
GTR Government Transportation Request (SF 1169)<br />
HHG Household Goods<br />
HHS Health and Human Services (U)<br />
HHT House Hunting Trip (C)<br />
HOR Home <strong>of</strong> Record<br />
HOS Home <strong>of</strong> Selection (U)<br />
HP Home Port (U)<br />
HSTA Home Service Transfer Allowance (C)<br />
IADT Initial Active Duty for Training (U)<br />
IAW In Accordance With<br />
ICW In Connection With<br />
IE<br />
Incidental Expenses<br />
IBA<br />
Individually Billed Government Travel Charge Card Account. NOTE:<br />
Does not apply to<br />
any o<strong>the</strong>r form <strong>of</strong> personal credit card.<br />
IPCOT<br />
In-Place Consecutive Overseas Tour (U)<br />
IRC Internal Revenue Code (C)<br />
IRS Internal Revenue Service (C)<br />
ITA Invitational Travel Authorization<br />
ITDY Indeterminate TDY (U)<br />
ITO Installation Transportation <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
ITRA Income Tax Reimbursement Allowance (C)<br />
JFTR Joint Federal Travel Regulations<br />
JTF Joint Task Force<br />
JTR Joint Travel Regulations<br />
LPDCI Living Pattern Data Collection Instrument (U)<br />
LPQ Living Pattern Questionnaire (U)<br />
LPS Living Pattern Survey (U)<br />
LWOP Leave Without Pay (C)<br />
M&IE Meals and Incidental Expenses<br />
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Part 2: Acronyms<br />
Acronym<br />
Meaning<br />
MALT Monetary Allowance in Lieu <strong>of</strong> Transportation<br />
MALT PLUS Monetary Allowance in Lieu <strong>of</strong> Transportation Plus Flat Per Diem<br />
MAP Military Advisory Panel<br />
MARS Military Affiliate Radio System<br />
MEA Miscellaneous Expense Allowance (C)<br />
MHA Military Housing Area (U)<br />
MIA Missing in Action<br />
MIHA Move-in Housing Allowance (U)<br />
MILAIR Military Aircraft<br />
MSC Military Sealift Command (C)<br />
NIST National Institute <strong>of</strong> Standards and Technology (C)<br />
NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (Same as USNOAA)<br />
NTE Not to exceed<br />
NTS Non-temporary Storage (also referred to as Extended Storage)<br />
OC&IE Organizational Clothing & Individual Equipment<br />
OCONUS Outside <strong>the</strong> Continental United States<br />
OHA Overseas Housing Allowance (U)<br />
OMB <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> Management and Budget<br />
OPM <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> Personnel Management<br />
OSD <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense<br />
PBP&E Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Books, Papers and Equipment (also referred to as PRO-Gear)<br />
PCS Permanent Change <strong>of</strong> Station<br />
PDS Permanent Duty Station (U)<br />
PDT Permanent Duty Travel (C)<br />
PDTATAC Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee<br />
PDUSD (P&R) Principal Deputy Under Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense (Personnel & Readiness)<br />
PEB Physical Evaluation Board (U)<br />
PHS Public Health Service (Same as USPHS)<br />
PLEAD Place from Which Entered (or Called) to Active Duty (U)<br />
PMR Proportional Meal Rate<br />
POA Privately Owned Automobile<br />
POC Privately Owned Conveyance<br />
PoC Point <strong>of</strong> Contact<br />
POD Port <strong>of</strong> Debarkation<br />
POE Port <strong>of</strong> Embarkation<br />
POV Privately Owned Vehicle<br />
POW Prisoner <strong>of</strong> War<br />
PRO-Gear Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Gear (also referred to as PBP&E)<br />
QTRS Quarters<br />
RAT Renewal Agreement Travel (C)<br />
RC Reserve Component<br />
RDD Required Delivery Date (U)<br />
RIT Relocation Income Tax (C)<br />
RPDCI Retail Price Data Collection Instrument (U)<br />
SDDC (Military) Surface Deployment and Distribution Command<br />
SEA Subsistence Expense Allowance (C)<br />
SECDEF Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense<br />
SES Senior Executive Service (C)<br />
SIT Storage in Transit<br />
SMA Separate Maintenance Allowance (C)<br />
SR&R Special Rest and Recuperative Absence (U)<br />
SROTC Senior Reserve <strong>Office</strong>rs’ Training Corps<br />
SSN Social Security Number<br />
STB Surface Transportation Board (C)<br />
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Part 2: Acronyms<br />
Acronym<br />
Meaning<br />
Appendix A2<br />
TCS Temporary Change <strong>of</strong> Station (C)<br />
TDRL Temporary Disability Retired List (U)<br />
TDY Temporary Duty<br />
TLA Temporary Lodging Allowance (U)<br />
TLE Temporary Lodging Expense (U)<br />
TMC Travel Management Center<br />
TMS Travel Management System<br />
TQSA Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (C)<br />
TQSE Temporary Quarters Subsistence Expenses (C)<br />
TQSE(AE) Actual Expense Reimbursement for Temporary Quarters Subsistence Expenses (C)<br />
TQSE(F) Fixed Amount Reimbursement for Temporary Quarters Subsistence Expenses (C)<br />
UB Unaccompanied Baggage<br />
UN United Nations<br />
U.S. United States<br />
USC United States Code<br />
USNOAA United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (same as NOAA)<br />
USPHS United States Public Health Service (same as PHS)<br />
USSM Under Secretary <strong>of</strong> State for Management (C)<br />
UTD Uniformed Travel Determination (U)<br />
VA Department <strong>of</strong> Veterans Affairs (C)<br />
VAMC Veterans Affairs Medical Center (U)<br />
VPC Vehicle Processing Center<br />
WAE When Actually Employed (C)<br />
YCA Unrestricted airfare (fare basis code). The unrestricted airfare, or “YCA”, has a last<br />
economy/coach seat on <strong>the</strong> aircraft availability to <strong>the</strong> traveler. See APP P, Part 1, par. A2.<br />
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APPENDIX B<br />
OCONUS MAXIMUM PER DIEM RATES<br />
*For current per diem rates, please see <strong>the</strong> Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee website.<br />
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APP C: Statutory and O<strong>the</strong>r Authorities<br />
Part 1: Executive Order<br />
PART I: EXECUTIVE ORDER<br />
For Executive Order 11609, 22 July 1971 see:<br />
http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/codification/executive-order/11609.html.<br />
Appendix C1<br />
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Part 2: DOD Instruction<br />
PART 2: DEPARMENT OF DEFENSE INSTRUCTION<br />
Appendix C2<br />
For Department <strong>of</strong> Defense Instruction (DODI) 1000.1, Identity Cards Required by <strong>the</strong> Geneva Conventions:<br />
1. See http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/ins1.html,<br />
2. Select ‘1000.1’, and<br />
3. Select a format for viewing and/or printing <strong>the</strong> Instruction.<br />
For an edited extract <strong>of</strong> DODI 1000.1 - Table <strong>of</strong> Military and Civilian Equivalent Grades for Prisoner <strong>of</strong> War<br />
Identification, see <strong>the</strong> table in APP C3.<br />
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APP C: Statutory and O<strong>the</strong>r Authorities<br />
Part 3: Table <strong>of</strong> Mil & Civ Equivalent Grades for POW Identification<br />
Appendix C3<br />
PART 3: TABLE OF MILITARY AND CIVILIAN EQUIVALENT GRADES FOR<br />
PRISONER OF WAR IDENTIFICATION<br />
DoDI 1000.1, January 30, 1974<br />
Required by Articles 43 and 60 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Geneva Convention relative to <strong>the</strong> Treatment <strong>of</strong> Prisoners <strong>of</strong> War <strong>of</strong> August<br />
12, 1949<br />
Geneva Convention Category<br />
V<br />
<strong>General</strong> <strong>Office</strong>rs.<br />
Prisoners <strong>of</strong> War<br />
<strong>of</strong> Equivalent Rank<br />
Military<br />
Grade<br />
Group<br />
Army<br />
Navy<br />
Coast Guard<br />
National Oceanographic And<br />
Atmospheric Administration<br />
Air Force<br />
Marine Corps<br />
1 2 3A 3B 3C 3D<br />
IV<br />
Majors, Lt. Colonels, Colonels,<br />
Prisoners <strong>of</strong> War <strong>of</strong> Equivalent Rank<br />
III<br />
Warrant <strong>Office</strong>rs Commissioned<br />
<strong>Office</strong>rs Below Major, and Prisoners<br />
<strong>of</strong> War <strong>of</strong> Equivalent Rank<br />
II<br />
Sergeants and O<strong>the</strong>r Noncommissioned<br />
<strong>Office</strong>rs. Prisoners <strong>of</strong><br />
War <strong>of</strong> Equivalent Rank<br />
I<br />
Prisoners Ranking Below Sergeant<br />
O-10<br />
O-9<br />
O-8<br />
O-7<br />
O-6<br />
O-5<br />
O-4<br />
O-3<br />
O-2<br />
O-1<br />
W-5<br />
W-4<br />
W-3<br />
W-2<br />
W-1<br />
E-9<br />
E-8<br />
E-7<br />
E-6<br />
E-5<br />
E-4<br />
E-3<br />
E-2<br />
E-1<br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
Lieutenant <strong>General</strong><br />
Major <strong>General</strong><br />
Brigadier <strong>General</strong><br />
Colonel<br />
Lt. Colonel<br />
Major<br />
Captain<br />
1 st Lieutenant<br />
2 nd Lieutenant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Warrant <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Command Sgt. Maj.<br />
Sergeant Major<br />
First Sergeant M/Sgt<br />
Sergeant 1/c<br />
Specialist 7<br />
Staff Sergeant<br />
Specialist 6<br />
Sergeant<br />
Specialist 5<br />
Corporal<br />
Specialist 4<br />
Private 1/c<br />
Private<br />
Private<br />
Admiral<br />
Vice Admiral<br />
Rear Admiral (upper half)<br />
Rear Admiral (lower half)<br />
Commodore<br />
Captain<br />
Commander<br />
Lt. Commander<br />
Lieutenant<br />
Lieutenant (J.G.)<br />
Ensign<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Warrant <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Master Chief Petty <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Senior Chief Petty <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Chief Petty <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Petty <strong>Office</strong>r 1/C<br />
Petty <strong>Office</strong>r 2/C<br />
Petty <strong>Office</strong>r 3/C<br />
Seaman<br />
Seaman Apprentice<br />
Seaman Recruit<br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
Lieutenant <strong>General</strong><br />
Major <strong>General</strong><br />
Brigadier <strong>General</strong><br />
Colonel<br />
Lt. Colonel<br />
Major<br />
Captain<br />
1 st Lieutenant<br />
2 nd Lieutenant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Warrant <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Chief Master Sgt.<br />
Senior Master Sgt.<br />
Master Sergeant<br />
Tech Sergeant<br />
Staff Sergeant<br />
Sergeant<br />
Airman 1/c<br />
Airman<br />
Airman Recruit<br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
Lieutenant <strong>General</strong><br />
Major <strong>General</strong><br />
Brigadier <strong>General</strong><br />
Colonel<br />
Lt. Colonel<br />
Major<br />
Captain<br />
1 st Lieutenant<br />
2 nd Lieutenant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Chief Warrant<br />
Warrant <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Sergeant Major<br />
Master Gunnery Sgt.<br />
First Sergeant<br />
Master Sergeant<br />
Gunnery Sergeant<br />
Staff Sergeant<br />
Sergeant<br />
Corporal<br />
Lance Corporal<br />
Private First Class<br />
Private<br />
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Convention<br />
Category<br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
<strong>Office</strong>rs,<br />
Prisoners <strong>of</strong><br />
War <strong>of</strong><br />
Equivalent<br />
Rank<br />
IV<br />
APP C: Statutory and O<strong>the</strong>r Authorities<br />
Part 3: Table <strong>of</strong> Mil & Civ Equivalent Grades for POW Identification<br />
Appendix C3<br />
Table <strong>of</strong> Military and Civilian Equivalent Grades for Prisoner <strong>of</strong> War Identification<br />
(Continued)<br />
Required by Articles 43 and 60 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Geneva Convention relative to <strong>the</strong> Treatment <strong>of</strong> Prisoners <strong>of</strong> War <strong>of</strong> 12 August 1949<br />
Military<br />
Grade<br />
Group<br />
Army<br />
O<strong>the</strong>rs on Reverse<br />
Public Health Service<br />
Assistant Surgeon<br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
Schedule<br />
Civilian Grade Groups<br />
Federal<br />
Wage<br />
System<br />
American<br />
Red Cross<br />
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USO<br />
Civilian<br />
ID Cards<br />
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10<br />
V O-10, O-9 <strong>General</strong>, Lt. <strong>General</strong> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<br />
V<br />
Surgeon <strong>General</strong>,<br />
O-8 Major <strong>General</strong> Deputy Surgeon<br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
SES, SL,<br />
ST<br />
. . . . . . . . .<br />
. . .<br />
Executive Director<br />
<strong>General</strong><br />
<strong>Office</strong>r<br />
O-7 Brigadier <strong>General</strong><br />
. . . . . . 31<br />
Majors, Lt.<br />
Colonels,<br />
Colonels,<br />
Prisoners <strong>of</strong><br />
War <strong>of</strong><br />
Equivalent<br />
Rank<br />
III<br />
Warrant<br />
<strong>Office</strong>rs,<br />
Commissioned<br />
<strong>Office</strong>rs Below<br />
Major, and<br />
Prisoners <strong>of</strong><br />
War <strong>of</strong><br />
Equivalent<br />
Rank<br />
II<br />
Sergeants and<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r Noncommissioned<br />
<strong>Office</strong>rs.<br />
Prisoners <strong>of</strong><br />
War <strong>of</strong><br />
Equivalent<br />
Rank<br />
I<br />
Prisoners<br />
Ranking<br />
Below<br />
Sergeant<br />
O-6<br />
O-5<br />
O-4<br />
O-3<br />
Colonel<br />
Lt. Colonel<br />
Major<br />
Captain<br />
Medical Director<br />
Senior Surgeon<br />
Surgeon<br />
Senior Asst. Surgeon<br />
O-2 First Lieutenant Assistant Surgeon<br />
W-5 Chief Warrant<br />
. . .<br />
W-4 <strong>Office</strong>rs, W5, W4,<br />
W-3 W3<br />
O-1 Second Lieutenant Jr. Asst. Surgeon<br />
W-2 Chief Warrant <strong>of</strong>ficer<br />
. . .<br />
W-1 W2, Warrant <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
E-9, E-8<br />
E-7<br />
E-6<br />
E-5<br />
E-4<br />
E-1, E-3<br />
Sergeant Major<br />
Master Sergeant<br />
Sergeant<br />
First Class<br />
Staff Sergeant<br />
Sergeant<br />
Corporal<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r Enlisted Ranks<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
GS-15<br />
GS-14 GS-13<br />
GS-12<br />
GS-11 GS-10<br />
GS-9<br />
GS-8<br />
GS-7<br />
GS-6<br />
GS-5<br />
GS-4<br />
GS-3 thru<br />
GS-1<br />
Ships Pilots<br />
WS-14 thru<br />
WS-19,<br />
WL-15, and<br />
Production<br />
Support<br />
Equivalents<br />
WS-8 thru<br />
WS-13,<br />
WL-6 thru<br />
WL-14,<br />
WG-12 thru<br />
WG-15,<br />
WP-17, 18<br />
and<br />
Production<br />
Support<br />
Equivalents<br />
WS-1 thru<br />
WS-7,<br />
WL-1 thru<br />
WL–5,<br />
WG-9 thru<br />
WG-11,<br />
WP-11 thru<br />
WP-16<br />
WG-1 thru<br />
WG-8,<br />
WP-4 thru<br />
WP-10<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
Class IV, V<br />
Class I.<br />
steps 5-15<br />
II, III<br />
Class 1,<br />
steps 3, 4<br />
Class I,<br />
steps 1, 2<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
28-29<br />
25-27<br />
24<br />
21-23<br />
20-19<br />
18<br />
17 - 15<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
USO Staff<br />
Executives:<br />
Appropriate<br />
Equivalent<br />
Rate<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
. . .<br />
USO Staff<br />
Entertainers:<br />
Appropriate<br />
Equivalent<br />
Rate<br />
IV<br />
Field<br />
Grade<br />
<strong>Office</strong>r<br />
III<br />
Company<br />
Grade<br />
<strong>Office</strong>r<br />
II<br />
Non-Com<br />
I<br />
Enlisted
APP D: CONUS Maximum Per Diem Rates (JFTR/JTR) Appendix D<br />
APPENDIX D<br />
CONUS MAXIMUM PER DIEM RATES<br />
*For current per diem rates, please see <strong>the</strong> Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee website.<br />
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NOTES:<br />
APPENDIX E<br />
INVITATIONAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATIONS<br />
1. Travel and transportation allowances under Invitational Travel Authorizations are prescribed in JTR, APP<br />
E, for <strong>the</strong> DOD Services and in agency regulations for non-DOD Services.<br />
2. The Invitational Travel Authorization provisions in JTR, Appendix E, are reproduced in JFTR, Appendix<br />
E, for convenience.<br />
3. See Part III, Invitation to Travel, for information concerning travel by a contractor and a contractor's<br />
employees.<br />
PART I: INVITATION TO <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
Par. Contents<br />
A. To Whom and When Invitational Travel is Applicable<br />
B. Restrictions<br />
C. Allowance Expenses<br />
PART II: SAMPLE FORMAT INVITATIONAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION<br />
PART III: GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR’S/CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES’<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
A. GOV’T Contractor’s/Contractor Employee Travels<br />
B. GOV’T Travel and Transportation Program Restrictions<br />
C. GOV’T Contractor Letter <strong>of</strong> Authorization/Identification<br />
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Part 1: Invitational Travel Authorization (ITA)<br />
A.<br />
To Whom and when Invitational Travel is Applicable<br />
PART 1: INVITATION TO <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
1. Invitational travel is <strong>the</strong> term applied to authorize travel by an individual when <strong>the</strong> person is acting in a<br />
capacity that is related directly to, or ICW, <strong>of</strong>ficial DOD activities. The person must:<br />
a. Not be employed by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T,<br />
APP E1<br />
b. Be only Intermittently employed by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T as a consultant or expert (NOTE:<br />
This does not include<br />
a contractor’s employee traveling in <strong>the</strong> performance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> contract.) and paid on a daily when-actuallyemployed<br />
basis under 5 USC §5703,<br />
c. Be serving without pay or at $1 a year, or<br />
d. Be a volunteer covered by 10 USC §1588. See par. A2r.<br />
Travel and transportation allowances authorized for <strong>the</strong>se individuals are <strong>the</strong> same as those ordinarily<br />
authorized for a DOD employee on TDY, except as provided by par. A2m below for spouse/dependent<br />
invitational travel.<br />
2. Invitational travel may be authorized by use <strong>of</strong> an ITA when:<br />
a. It is in <strong>the</strong> DOD Component’s interest to invite a college or university <strong>of</strong>ficial or a representative <strong>of</strong><br />
industry to observe <strong>the</strong> work performed by, or <strong>the</strong> operations <strong>of</strong>, an activity;<br />
b. An individual is requested to lecture, instruct, or give a demonstration at an activity ICW a DOD<br />
operation or program;<br />
c. An individual or as part <strong>of</strong> a group, who confers on an <strong>of</strong>ficial DOD matter with DOD <strong>of</strong>ficials and who<br />
performs a direct service such as providing advice or guidance to DOD. An ITA is not authorized for an<br />
individual merely to attend a meeting or conference, even if hosted by a DOD Component on a matter<br />
related to <strong>the</strong> Component's <strong>of</strong>ficial business. See 55 Comp. Gen. 750 (1976);<br />
d. An individual’s attendance at an incentive award ceremony is related to an award presentation (32<br />
Comp. Gen. 134 (1952)). Travel and transportation allowances to an award presentation for a<br />
dependent or relative <strong>of</strong> an award recipient is prohibited except as authorized under par. C5;<br />
e. An individual is an attendant for an employee with special needs or Uniformed Service member who is<br />
to be given an OPM award, a major department or agency award, or a non-Federally sponsored honor<br />
award and who would be unable to attend <strong>the</strong> award ceremony unattended (55 Comp. Gen. 800 (1976));<br />
f. An individual is a sponsor, or is in a similar <strong>of</strong>ficial capacity, and/or participates in a ceremony that is<br />
related directly to a DOD Component’s interest (NOTE:<br />
Simple ‘attendance’ at a ceremony does not<br />
allow travel under an ITA.);<br />
g. An individual is authorized pre-employment interview travel under JTR, par. C7150;<br />
h. The individual is serving without compensation on a Board <strong>of</strong> Visitors as provided for in DOD<br />
governing regulations consistent with statutory authority;<br />
i. A witness is called to testify in administrative proceedings directed against a GOV’T civilian employee<br />
or Uniformed Service member in an adverse action case. The testimony can be on behalf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> GOV’T,<br />
<strong>the</strong> civilian employee, or <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Service member. The presiding hearing <strong>of</strong>ficer must determine<br />
that <strong>the</strong> witness’s testimony is substantial, material, and necessary for proper case disposition and that an<br />
affidavit from <strong>the</strong> desired witness cannot adequately accomplish <strong>the</strong> same objective;<br />
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j. An individual is called to testify as a witness at a pretrial investigation conducted under Article 32,<br />
Uniform Code <strong>of</strong> Military Justice, 10 USC §832;<br />
k. Attendance as a complainant at an administrative hearing when <strong>the</strong> complaint is related to <strong>the</strong><br />
complainant’s Federal employment, <strong>the</strong> hearing is provided for by applicable Federal employment<br />
regulations, and it would be unreasonable to require <strong>the</strong> complainant to appear at personal expense (B-<br />
180469, 28 February 1974);<br />
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l. An individual is an attendant for an employee: under (1) or (2), or is an escort for a Uniformed Service<br />
member’s dependent(s) under (3) noted in JTR, Ch 7, Part K or par. C7100; or JFTR, par. U7551.<br />
(1) An employee with a disability or a special need on <strong>of</strong>ficial travel (56 Comp. Gen. 661 (1977) ; (59<br />
Comp. Gen. 461 (1980)).<br />
(2) An employee who interrupts TDY because <strong>of</strong> an incapacitating illness or injury and is incapable <strong>of</strong><br />
traveling alone. See JTR, par. C7370-A. Transportation expenses, but not per diem, are allowed for<br />
an attendant or escort for an employee on TDY who becomes ill or is injured (JTR, par. C7370-B2).;<br />
or<br />
(3) A Uniformed Service member’s dependent(s) when competent authority determined dependent’s<br />
travel is necessary because <strong>the</strong> dependent(s) is/are incapable <strong>of</strong> traveling alone due to age, mental or<br />
physical incapacity, or o<strong>the</strong>r extraordinary circumstances under JFTR, par. U5240-C, U5241-D,<br />
U5242, U5243-C, U6004, or U6053. Round-trip travel (per diem) and transportation allowances may<br />
be authorized/approved including travel advances IAW 10 USC §1036 which may be paid per <strong>the</strong><br />
Service’s policy.<br />
m. Dependents’ Invitational Travel is for a family member. All applicable conditions in items (1) through<br />
(5) below must be met before allowances are authorized/approved.<br />
(1) The AO determines that a dependent may travel with <strong>the</strong> sponsor, at GOV’T expense, when <strong>the</strong>:<br />
(a) Dependent participates, in an <strong>of</strong>ficial capacity, at an unquestionably <strong>of</strong>ficial function , or<br />
(b) The travel is in <strong>the</strong> national interest because <strong>of</strong> a diplomatic/public relations benefit to <strong>the</strong> U.S.<br />
which requires <strong>the</strong> spouse’s presence in a non-participatory role. Participation ordinarily is limited<br />
to spouses and is representational in nature.<br />
(2) Travel is allowed on a mission noninterference basis only, and must be supported with an ITA that<br />
ordinarily authorizes reimbursement <strong>of</strong> only transportation costs.<br />
(3) The AO may authorize/approve transportation, per diem and/or o<strong>the</strong>r actual expense allowances if<br />
<strong>the</strong> individual's travel is unquestionably mission essential and <strong>the</strong>re is a benefit for DOD beyond<br />
fulfilling a representational role.<br />
(4) On a case-by-case basis, Code 2 civilians, 4-star general/flag <strong>of</strong>ficers, and certain 3-star general/<br />
flag <strong>of</strong>ficers serving as OCONUS or combatant commanders (as specified in DOD 4515.13-R, "Air<br />
Transportation Eligibility"), may authorize/approve transportation, per diem, and/or o<strong>the</strong>r expense<br />
allowances for <strong>the</strong>ir spouses. Spousal travel when authorized/approved must adhere to <strong>the</strong> criteria in<br />
DODD 4500.56, DOD Policy on <strong>the</strong> Use <strong>of</strong> GOV’T Aircraft and Air Travel. This authority does not<br />
constitute blanket approval authority.<br />
(5) The AO for all o<strong>the</strong>r travel under this item is <strong>the</strong>:<br />
(a) <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense Executive Secretary for SAM and OSA support for requests<br />
from OSD, <strong>the</strong> Defense Agencies, and outside <strong>the</strong> DOD;<br />
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(b) Chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Joint Chiefs <strong>of</strong> Staff, or designee, for requests from <strong>the</strong> Joint Staff;<br />
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(c) Combatant Command Commander or designees for a request from a member and a civilian<br />
employee within <strong>the</strong> command. Joint or dual-hatted personnel traveling on behalf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> joint<br />
command must obtain approval through <strong>the</strong> joint command approval authority and not through <strong>the</strong><br />
individual’s Service channels. This authority may be fur<strong>the</strong>r delegated in writing, but may not be<br />
delegated below <strong>the</strong> Major Command Chief <strong>of</strong> Staff or equivalent level for travel requests from<br />
DOD senior <strong>of</strong>ficials. NOTE:<br />
Major Commands are those ordinarily commanded by 4-star flag<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficers.;<br />
(d) Secretary <strong>of</strong> a Military Department, or designees, for requests from a staff member; and<br />
(e) Service Chief or designees for a request from a member and a civilian employee within <strong>the</strong><br />
Service. This authority may be fur<strong>the</strong>r delegated in writing, but may not be delegated below <strong>the</strong><br />
Major Command Chief <strong>of</strong> Staff or equivalent level for travel requests from DOD senior <strong>of</strong>ficials.<br />
Except when par. A2m(3) applies, an ITA issued under <strong>the</strong> authority <strong>of</strong> par. A2m authorizes GOV’Tfunded<br />
transportation only (i.e., no per diem or actual expense allowances) for <strong>the</strong> dependent, must include<br />
<strong>the</strong> following statement: “This travel authorization authorizes <strong>the</strong> dependent to accompany <strong>the</strong> sponsor to<br />
attend an <strong>of</strong>ficial function. It does not authorize per diem or o<strong>the</strong>r expense allowances for <strong>the</strong><br />
dependent. If <strong>the</strong> dependent does not desire to bear <strong>the</strong> expenses ordinarily reimbursed through per<br />
diem or o<strong>the</strong>r expense allowances, this travel authorization is canceled”;<br />
n. A determination is made using <strong>the</strong> Secretarial Process for personnel within that department, or by <strong>the</strong><br />
Chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Joint Chiefs <strong>of</strong> Staff or <strong>the</strong> Chairman’s designated representative for personnel assigned to<br />
<strong>the</strong> Joint Staff and/or to Combatant commands that <strong>the</strong> spouse <strong>of</strong> a civilian employee or uniformed member<br />
may travel at GOV’T expense to attend a Service-endorsed training course or briefing and subsequent<br />
voluntary service incident to such training or briefing (71 Comp. Gen. 6 (1991));<br />
o. Travel is by an individual who serves as an organ donor for a Uniformed Services member, when <strong>the</strong><br />
donation is authorized under Service regulations;<br />
p. An individual performing a direct service for <strong>the</strong> GOV’T, consistent with 10 USC §1588. (See 5 USC<br />
§§ 5701(2), 5703; JTR, APP A; 55 Comp. Gen. 750 (1976)); or<br />
q. A Service may authorize/approve per diem and one round-trip transportation between <strong>the</strong> residence to<br />
<strong>the</strong> medical facility for a limited number <strong>of</strong> family members <strong>of</strong> an ill or injured member (not <strong>of</strong> a civilian<br />
employee) per par. U5246.<br />
r. An auxiliary chaplain who is intermittently employed by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T to provide religious services or<br />
emergency ministrations. An ITA is not used to document attendance at, or payments related to,<br />
attendance by individual participating in an un<strong>of</strong>ficial capacity for Chaplain-led programs. See par,<br />
U1008.<br />
s. An attendant (JFTR, par. U7961) for a patient authorized travel for specialty care over 100 miles IAW<br />
JFTR, par. U7960.<br />
B. Restrictions.<br />
Invitational travel must not be authorized for:<br />
1. A non-appropriated fund <strong>of</strong>ficial or employee traveling on non-appropriated fund business;<br />
2. Transportation <strong>of</strong> dependents and/or HHG (including freight and parcel post mail) or o<strong>the</strong>r property <strong>of</strong> an<br />
individuals to whom an ITA is issued;<br />
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3. A Federal GOV’T employee or Uniformed Service member (A Federal employee and a Uniformed member<br />
on active duty are given regular TDY travel authorizations/orders) unless <strong>the</strong> individual is:<br />
a. A retired Federal GOV’T employee or Uniformed Services member (may include retired military<br />
personnel from foreign countries), or<br />
b. Authorized pre-employment interview travel under JTR, par. C7150 and <strong>the</strong> employee/member is in a<br />
leave status during such travel (B-219046, 29 September 1986)); or<br />
c. An employee/member, traveling as a non-medical attendant, included on an ITA issued to a patient; or<br />
4. Contractors (See APP E, Part III).<br />
Allowance Expenses<br />
1. <strong>General</strong>.<br />
An ITA provides for travel and transportation <strong>of</strong> an individual from <strong>the</strong> business place or home to<br />
<strong>the</strong> place at which that individual’s services are required, and return to <strong>the</strong> origin.<br />
2. Transportation Mode.<br />
Authorization <strong>of</strong> a transportation mode, routing, and accommodations should be<br />
consistent with <strong>the</strong> provisions in JTR, Ch 2 and JFTR, Ch 3 (see pars. A2p and q above) as appropriate to<br />
mission requirements.<br />
3. Witness at a Military Court Martial.<br />
A person not in <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s employ, when called as a witness before a<br />
military court martial, is authorized travel and transportation allowances under Service administrative<br />
regulations, except to testify as a witness at a pretrial investigation conducted under Article 32, Uniform Code<br />
<strong>of</strong> Military Justice, 10 USC §832 (see par. A2j).<br />
4. Participants in Annual National Matches Sponsored under 10 USC §4312.<br />
Title 10, USC §4312 authorizes<br />
TDY mileage allowance payment to a civilian competitor while traveling to and from <strong>the</strong> National Matches.<br />
The TDY mileage allowance for <strong>the</strong> return trip may be paid in advance. Provisions for transportation allowance<br />
payment are in Army Regulation (AR) 920-30. The ITA also may authorize a subsistence allowance for <strong>the</strong><br />
competition duration. The allowance rate is set by <strong>the</strong> Director for Civilian Marksmanship and must be stated<br />
in <strong>the</strong> ITA issued to each competitor.<br />
5.<br />
Attendance at an Award Ceremony<br />
a. Reimbursement for travel and transportation expenses ordinarily may be allowed for one individual to<br />
attend a major award ceremony provided <strong>the</strong> (B-233607, 26 October 1989):<br />
(1) Travel and transportation is authorized by <strong>the</strong> head <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> DOD component concerned or designee;<br />
and,<br />
(2) Individual is a person <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> award recipient’s choosing who is related by blood, marriage or<br />
whose close association with <strong>the</strong> award winner, as viewed by <strong>the</strong> DOD component, is <strong>the</strong> equivalent <strong>of</strong><br />
a family relationship.<br />
Examples <strong>of</strong> award ceremonies are: a Presidential award ceremony, an agency or major organizational<br />
component annual award ceremony, or a prestigious honorary award ceremony sponsored by a non-Federal<br />
organization.<br />
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b. Reimbursement for travel and transportation expenses is authorized in par. C when <strong>the</strong> award winner<br />
and guest are geographically distant from <strong>the</strong> ceremony site, ra<strong>the</strong>r than in instances in which <strong>the</strong> award<br />
winner’s residence is in <strong>the</strong> same area as <strong>the</strong> ceremony.<br />
Example: The award winner and spouse live in Denver, CO, and <strong>the</strong> ceremony is in Washington, DC.<br />
Travel and transportation allowances may be authorized for both <strong>the</strong> winner and spouse.<br />
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c. The DOD component concerned may allow attendance at GOV’T expense <strong>of</strong> more than one individual<br />
when <strong>the</strong> award winner requires assistance because <strong>of</strong> a disability condition.<br />
Reimbursement for transportation is limited to direct travel to and from <strong>the</strong> ceremony location (including<br />
travel between common carrier terminals and hotel where applicable and <strong>the</strong> ceremony site). Per diem is<br />
allowed for direct travel to and from <strong>the</strong> award ceremony location and for <strong>the</strong> ceremony day.<br />
6. Travel <strong>of</strong> a DOD Education Agency (DODEA) Student for Academic Competitions and Co-curricular<br />
Activities.<br />
See JTR, par. C5120 and JFTR, par. U5243-D.<br />
*7. Travel and Transportation for Funeral Honors Detail. A person not employed by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T, who<br />
participates in funeral honors detail for a veteran (see 10 USC §1491), may be authorized transportation or<br />
transportation reimbursement and miscellaneous reimbursable expenses. The transportation mode used should<br />
be <strong>the</strong> least costly mode available that adequately meets <strong>the</strong> needs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> detail. Actual transportation<br />
expenses, (not a TDY mileage allowance), are payable when a POC is <strong>the</strong> authorized transportation mode.<br />
POC actual expense reimbursement is limited to: fuel; oil; parking; ferry fares; road, bridge and tunnel tolls.<br />
The actual cost <strong>of</strong> lodging and meals may be reimbursed up to <strong>the</strong> per diem rate prescribed for <strong>the</strong> area<br />
concerned. Reimbursement for miscellaneous reimbursable expenses in JFTR/JTR, APP G for employees or<br />
members under pars. A2p and A2q may be authorized/approved.<br />
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PART 2: SAMPLE FORMAT INVITATIONAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION<br />
The sample format below may be used as a guide (for all DOD Services) to prepare an ITA. Use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> sample<br />
format is not mandatory.<br />
INVITATIONAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION<br />
Name_________________________________ <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION NUMBER_____________________<br />
Address_____________________________________________________________________________<br />
DATE APPROVED____________________________<br />
You are invited to depart from __________________________________________________________<br />
in sufficient time to arrive at___________________________________ by _______________________<br />
for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong>_____________________________________________________________________<br />
for approximately _________ days. Upon completion, you are funded to return to <strong>the</strong> origin point.<br />
You are authorized to travel by: Rail Commercial Air Military Aircraft Bus<br />
See below for travel by Privately-Owned Conveyance<br />
The authorizing/order-issuing <strong>of</strong>ficial has arranged Transportation.<br />
Transportation tickets are included with this authorization.<br />
Transportation tickets shall be provided at a later date<br />
NOTE:<br />
PLEASE GUARD TRANSPORTATION TICKETS CAREFULLY. However, if a transportation ticket in<br />
your possession is lost or stolen, you must make an immediate report to <strong>the</strong> command sponsoring <strong>the</strong> travel. You<br />
are required to pay for a replacement ticket and will be reimbursed for <strong>the</strong> second ticket, not to exceed <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> first ticket, ONLY AFTER <strong>the</strong> GOV’T is refunded for <strong>the</strong> lost/stolen tickets. Unused transportation tickets<br />
must be returned with <strong>the</strong> travel claims.<br />
To arrange transportation call: (___)______________________<br />
You may arrange your transportation. The following rules apply:<br />
You must arrange your transportation with a (Contracted) Commercial Travel <strong>Office</strong> (CTO) when <strong>the</strong> contract<br />
with <strong>the</strong> CTO permits <strong>the</strong> CTO to arrange transportation for a traveler who is not a GOV’T employee. If you<br />
are in a foreign country, except for Canada and Mexico, you may use a travel <strong>of</strong>fice not under contract to <strong>the</strong><br />
GOV’T if ticketing cannot be secured from a branch <strong>of</strong>fice or general agent <strong>of</strong> an American-flag carrier. If you<br />
purchase transportation from a travel <strong>of</strong>fice (travel agency) not under contract to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T, reimbursement is<br />
limited to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s cost on a constructed basis, for transportation that would have been arranged by a CTO<br />
if available. If <strong>the</strong> contract between <strong>the</strong> GOV’T and <strong>the</strong> CTO does not permit <strong>the</strong> CTO to arrange transportation<br />
for a traveler who is not a GOV’T employee, reimbursement for transportation may not exceed <strong>the</strong> least<br />
expensive coach/economy class air accommodations unless o<strong>the</strong>rwise permitted in Joint Travel Regulations,<br />
Volume 2 (JTR), par. C2204-A.<br />
It is DOD policy that in using regularly scheduled air transportation:<br />
(a) Accommodations selected must be <strong>the</strong> least costly unrestricted coach/.economy service that permits<br />
satisfactory accomplishment <strong>of</strong> your mission, and<br />
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(b) U.S. carriers must be used for all commercial foreign air transportation if service provided by a U.S.<br />
carrier is available; o<strong>the</strong>rwise reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> transportation is not allowed.<br />
You are authorized to travel by privately owned conveyance (POC) since it’s to <strong>the</strong> Government’s advantage.<br />
Reimbursement is at <strong>the</strong> rate <strong>of</strong> $0.55/mile, plus <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> necessary parking fees and bridge, ferry, and tolls<br />
incurred, plus per diem while in travel status under this travel authorization/order.<br />
You are authorized to travel by privately owned conveyance (POC) on a constructed basis. You would<br />
ordinarily be authorized to travel by common carrier. Reimbursement is limited to <strong>the</strong> transportation cost by <strong>the</strong><br />
usual common carrier mode, including per diem.<br />
Receipts: Ticket stubs/itinerary copies are required to substantiate your transportation cost. Receipts are required<br />
for all items <strong>of</strong> expense in an amount <strong>of</strong> $75 or more plus any applicable tax.<br />
* You are paid a per diem allowance to cover your expenses for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses. Room<br />
tax at locations in <strong>the</strong> 50 states, District <strong>of</strong> Columbia, U.S. territories and possessions and <strong>the</strong> Commonwealths <strong>of</strong><br />
Puerto Rico and <strong>the</strong> Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Mariana Islands is a separate reimbursable expense. Foreign area room tax is included<br />
in <strong>the</strong> total lodging cost and is not a separate miscellaneous reimbursable expense. While traveling ICW this<br />
Invitational Travel Authorization, you are authorized a per diem equal to <strong>the</strong> daily amount you pay for lodging<br />
limited to a ceiling amount, plus a fixed amount for meals and incidental expenses. That amount is limited to <strong>the</strong><br />
applicable maximum per diem rateamount prescribed on <strong>the</strong> Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance<br />
Committee homepage: http://perdiem.hqda.pentagon.mil/perdiem/ for <strong>the</strong> locality concerned. If your costs,<br />
particularly for lodging, are more than <strong>the</strong> applicable maximum per diem rate prescribed, only <strong>the</strong> maximum per<br />
diem rate is payable. See JTR, Ch 4, Part L, for applicable rules.<br />
Applicable Per Diem Rates:<br />
Locality<br />
Maximum<br />
Lodging Rate<br />
Meal & Incidental<br />
Expense Rate<br />
Total Per Diem<br />
You are to be paid an actual subsistence expense allowance (AEA) for lodging and a per diem for meals and<br />
incidentals (M&IE). You are required to itemize your lodging expenses only.<br />
You are to be paid an actual subsistence expense allowance (AEA) for lodging and meals and incidental<br />
expenses (M&IE). You must itemize all your subsistence expenses. Subsistence expenses include lodgings; meals;<br />
fees and tips to waiters, bellboys, maids, porters; personal laundry, pressing, and dry cleaning (see NOTE below);<br />
local transportation (including usual tips) between places <strong>of</strong> lodging, duty, and places at which meals are taken; and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r necessary expenses. You are to be reimbursed for <strong>the</strong> actual expenses incurred, but not to exceed <strong>the</strong><br />
maximum amount authorized for <strong>the</strong> locality concerned as indicated below. See JTR, Ch 4, Part M, for applicable<br />
rules.<br />
Actual Subsistence Expense Allowance (AEA) Authorized:<br />
Locality<br />
Maximum AEA<br />
Allowance<br />
Amount allowed for Meals & Incidental<br />
Expenses if M&IE authorized on a per diem basis.<br />
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NOTE:<br />
The cost you incur during travel (not before leaving or after returning) for laundry/dry cleaning and<br />
pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing is a separately reimbursable expense in addition to per diem/AEA when travel is within <strong>the</strong><br />
contiguous 48 states and <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia and requires at least 4 consecutive nights lodging while on<br />
GOV’T-funded travel. There no separate reimbursement for laundry/dry cleaning and pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing when<br />
travel is in any o<strong>the</strong>r place. Those laundry/dry-cleaning and pressing costs (in <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r places) are part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
per diem/AEA allowance when travel is outside <strong>the</strong> 48 contiguous states and <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia.<br />
*The JTR is available on <strong>the</strong> Per Diem Committee website at<br />
http://perdiem.hqda.pentagon.mil/perdiem/trvlregs.html.<br />
Address any inquiries regarding this travel to:________________________________________________________<br />
The travel authorized in this travel authorization is in <strong>the</strong> public interest, and is chargeable to:<br />
___________________________________________________________________________________<br />
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EMPLOYEE’S <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
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A. Travel <strong>of</strong> Gov’t Contractor’s/Contractor Employee. This Part directs Gov’t contractors and contractor’s<br />
employees to o<strong>the</strong>r resources for travel and transportation information. Nei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> JFTR nor <strong>the</strong> JTR may be used<br />
as <strong>of</strong>ficial contractor travel regulations as <strong>the</strong>y apply to uniformed personnel and Defense Department civilian<br />
employees and contain provisions, <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> which is illegal by contractors. Travel costs <strong>of</strong> Gov’t contractors and<br />
contractor employees are governed by <strong>the</strong> rules in <strong>the</strong> Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) §31.205-46,<br />
available at http://www.arnet.gov/far/pdfframe.html. For <strong>the</strong>se reasons, contractors are not eligible for<br />
Invitational Travel Authorizations (ITAs) in <strong>the</strong> execution <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir contracts. See DODI 3020.41 for information<br />
regarding contractors at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/html/302041.htm.<br />
*B. Gov’t’s Travel and Transportation Program Restrictions. Commercial vendors are under no obligation to<br />
extend Gov’t rates for <strong>the</strong> Gov’t’s travel and transportation programs listed below to contractors working on <strong>the</strong><br />
Federal Gov’t’s behalf. A contractor’s employee must contact <strong>the</strong> contracting agency or <strong>the</strong> Gov’t Contracting<br />
<strong>Office</strong> Representative (COR) regarding <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Gov’t’s travel and transportation programs for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
A Gov’t Contractor Official Travel Letter <strong>of</strong> Identification signed by <strong>the</strong> authorizing Gov’t’s contracting <strong>of</strong>ficer (see<br />
par. C) may induce a vendor opts to extend rates, reserved for Gov’t employees, to <strong>the</strong> contractor and its employees.<br />
1. Contract City-Pair Air Passenger Transportation Program and O<strong>the</strong>r Gov’t Fares. Use <strong>of</strong> GSA contract citypair<br />
air passenger fares is governed by GSA’s contracts with <strong>the</strong> airlines and by <strong>the</strong> Defense Transportation<br />
Regulation (DOD 4500.9-R), Part I, Chapter 103. Use <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r airfares reserved for Gov’t employees on<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial business is governed by <strong>the</strong> airlines fare structure and rules. Gov’t contractors are not eligible to<br />
participate in <strong>the</strong> GSA city-pairs program for air passenger transportation services as <strong>of</strong> 1 October 1998.<br />
2. Rail Service. Commercial passenger rail vendors may voluntarily <strong>of</strong>fer discount rates to contractors who are<br />
on <strong>of</strong>ficial Gov’t business at <strong>the</strong> vendor’s discretion.<br />
3. Lodging Programs. GSA (i.e., Fedrooms) and Services’ lodging programs may voluntarily <strong>of</strong>fer discount<br />
rates to contractors who are on <strong>of</strong>ficial Gov’t business at <strong>the</strong> vendor’s discretion.<br />
*4. Car Rental Program. The Defense Travel Management <strong>Office</strong> (DTMO) negotiates special rate agreements<br />
with car rental companies. These rates are available to all Gov’t employees and uniformed personnel while<br />
traveling on <strong>of</strong>ficial Gov’t business. Some commercial car rental companies may voluntarily <strong>of</strong>fer similar<br />
discount rates to Gov’t contractors at <strong>the</strong> vendor's discretion.<br />
C. Gov’t Contractor Letter <strong>of</strong> Authorization/Identification. See DODI 3020.41 for information regarding<br />
contractors at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/html/302041.htm.<br />
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APPENDIX F<br />
CONSUMABLE GOODS ALLOWANCES<br />
PART I: LOCATIONS HAVING CONSUMABLE GOODS ALLOWANCES<br />
PART II: CRITERIA FOR ESTABLISHING A CONSUMABLE GOODS ALLOWANCE<br />
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PART 1: LOCATIONS HAVING CONSUMABLE GOODS ALLOWANCES<br />
A. Uniformed Service Member<br />
Appendix F1<br />
1. A member, assigned to a PDS in an area listed below, is authorized to ship up to 1,250 pounds <strong>of</strong> suitable<br />
consumable goods per tour-year (i.e., 12-month tour–1,250 lbs; 18-month tour – 1,875 lbs, etc.).<br />
2. Two consumable goods shipments (totaling 1,250 pounds) per year are allowed if <strong>the</strong> consumable allowance<br />
is authorized.<br />
B. Civilian Employee<br />
1. A civilian employee, assigned to a PDS in an area listed below, is authorized to ship up to 1,250 pounds <strong>of</strong><br />
suitable consumable goods per tour-year (i.e., 12-month tour– 1,250 lbs; 18-month tour– 1,875 lbs, etc.).<br />
2. Two consumable goods shipments (totaling 1,250 pounds) per year are allowed if <strong>the</strong> consumable allowance<br />
is authorized.<br />
3. This allowance is in addition to <strong>the</strong> 4,500 pounds weight allowance authorized in JTR, par. C5156-A.<br />
4. In no event may <strong>the</strong> total weight <strong>of</strong> HHG transported and/or stored at GOV’T expense exceed 18,000<br />
pounds.<br />
5. The 18,000 pounds includes <strong>the</strong> weight <strong>of</strong> HHG transported at GOV’T expense, consumable goods<br />
shipments, and <strong>the</strong> weight <strong>of</strong> HHG stored.<br />
C. Increased Consumable Goods Weight Allowance Request. Requests for increased weight allowances for<br />
consumable goods shipments must be justified in writing and sent through <strong>the</strong> appropriate organizational channels<br />
to <strong>the</strong> PDTATAC for action. In no event may <strong>the</strong> maximum weight allowance for consumable goods shipment<br />
exceed 2,000 pounds per year.<br />
Afghanistan, Kabul<br />
Albania, Tirana<br />
Algeria, Algiers<br />
Angola, Luanda<br />
Armenia, Yerevan<br />
Azerbaijan, Baku<br />
Bangladesh, Dhaka<br />
Belarus, Minsk<br />
Benin, Cotonou<br />
Bolivia, La Paz<br />
Bosnia & Herzegovina, Federation <strong>of</strong><br />
Botswana<br />
Bulgaria, S<strong>of</strong>ia<br />
Burkina Faso, Ouagadougou<br />
Burma, Rangoon<br />
Burundi, Bujumbura<br />
Cambodia, Phnom Penh<br />
Cameroon, Yaounde<br />
Cape Verde, Praia<br />
Central African Republic, Bangui<br />
AUTHORIZED LOCATIONS<br />
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AUTHORIZED LOCATIONS<br />
Chad, N'Djamena<br />
China,<br />
Beijing<br />
Chengdu<br />
Guangzhou<br />
Shanghai<br />
Shenyang<br />
Congo, Democratic Republic <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Brazzaville<br />
Kinshasa<br />
Cote d'Ivoire, Abidjan<br />
Cuba, Havana<br />
Cyprus, Nicosia<br />
Djibouti<br />
East Timor<br />
Ecuador, Quito<br />
Equatorial Guinea, Malabo<br />
Eritrea, Asmara<br />
Estonia<br />
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa<br />
Gabon, Libreville<br />
Georgia, Tbilisi<br />
Ghana, Accra<br />
Grenada, St. George’s<br />
Guinea, Conakry<br />
Guyana, Georgetown<br />
Haiti<br />
India<br />
Calcutta<br />
Chennai<br />
Mumbai<br />
New Delhi<br />
Indonesia<br />
Ivory Coast (See Cote d’Ivoire)<br />
Kazakhstan<br />
Almaty (Alma-Ata)<br />
Astana (Aqmola)<br />
Kenya<br />
Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek<br />
Kosovo, Pristina<br />
Laos<br />
Latvia, Riga<br />
Liberia, Monrovia<br />
Libya, Tripoli (eff 10 Jan 2006)<br />
Lithuania, Vilnius<br />
Macedonia, The Former Yugoslav Republic <strong>of</strong>, Skopje<br />
Madagascar, Antananarivo<br />
Malawi, Lilongwe<br />
Mali, Bamako<br />
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Mauritania, Nouakchott<br />
Micronesia, Kolonia<br />
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar<br />
Moldova<br />
Montenegro, Podgorica<br />
Mozambique, Maputo<br />
Nepal, Kathmandu<br />
Nicaragua, Managua<br />
Niger, Niamey<br />
Nigeria<br />
Abuja<br />
Lagos<br />
Norway, Bodo<br />
Oman, Muscat<br />
Pakistan<br />
Islamabad<br />
Quetta<br />
Philippines, Manila<br />
Poland, Warsaw<br />
Romania, Bucharest<br />
Russia<br />
Moscow<br />
St. Petersburg<br />
Vladivostok<br />
Yekaterinburg<br />
Rwanda, Kigali<br />
Senegal<br />
Serbia, Belgrade<br />
Sierra Leone, Freetown<br />
Somalia, Mogadishu<br />
Sri Lanka, Colombo<br />
Sudan, Khartoum<br />
Suriname, Paramaribo<br />
Syria, Damascus<br />
Tajikistan, Dushanbe<br />
Tanzania, Dar es Salaam<br />
Togo, Lome<br />
Turkmenistan, Ashkhabat<br />
Uganda, Kampala<br />
Ukraine, Kiev<br />
Uzbekistan, Tashkent<br />
Vietnam<br />
Yemen, Sanaa<br />
Zambia, Lusaka<br />
Zaire (See Congo)<br />
Zimbabwe<br />
AUTHORIZED LOCATIONS<br />
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Part 2: Criteria for Establishing a Consumable Goods Allowance<br />
Appendix F2<br />
PART 2: CRITERIA FOR ESTABLISHING A CONSUMABLE GOODS ALLOWANCE<br />
A. The senior <strong>of</strong>ficer, in <strong>the</strong> area concerned, may submit a justified request for <strong>the</strong> area to be designated as an<br />
OCONUS location to which consumable goods may be shipped. The justified request is sent through <strong>the</strong> appropriate<br />
organizational channels to <strong>the</strong> following for approval:<br />
*Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee<br />
Attn: T&T Branch<br />
4601 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 800<br />
Arlington, VA 22203-1546<br />
B. The request must address <strong>the</strong> following questions:<br />
1. How many members and DOD employees serve in <strong>the</strong> area?<br />
2. Are State Department employees authorized a consumable goods shipment to <strong>the</strong> area?<br />
3. What types <strong>of</strong> consumable goods are unavailable locally? Please include foodstuffs, household and personal<br />
items.<br />
4. Is <strong>the</strong> quality <strong>of</strong> consumable goods available locally equivalent to <strong>the</strong> American counterpart? If not, explain.<br />
5. What factors contribute to <strong>the</strong> lack <strong>of</strong> a reliable local source <strong>of</strong> adequate, necessary consumable goods? Are<br />
those factors likely to improve in <strong>the</strong> foreseeable future?<br />
6. Do locally available fresh foods require preparation far different from <strong>the</strong> American counterpart <strong>of</strong> those<br />
foods? If so, explain.<br />
7. Why do members/employees prefer/need to eat canned/dried/processed vegetables and produce versus<br />
locally available items?<br />
8. Do food shortages require members/employees to wait in line for items for long periods?<br />
9. Does State Department have a commissary or food locker/co-op at <strong>the</strong> station? If so:<br />
a. What is <strong>the</strong> space and storage capacity <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> facility?<br />
b. What variety <strong>of</strong> items are available?<br />
c. How <strong>of</strong>ten is it restocked?<br />
d. Can members/employees place bulk orders for consumable goods through <strong>the</strong> facility?<br />
e. How <strong>of</strong>ten are bulk orders placed?<br />
f. Are <strong>the</strong> bulk orders received on time?<br />
10. Who is <strong>the</strong> POC for this request? Please include commercial phone and fax numbers, and email address, if<br />
available.<br />
NOTE: The high price <strong>of</strong> consumable goods in an area is not a factor in deciding whe<strong>the</strong>r or not to establish<br />
a consumable goods allowance. COLA is designed to <strong>of</strong>fset a high cost <strong>of</strong> living at an OCONUS PDS.<br />
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APP G: Misc Expenses Table (JFTR/JTR) Appendix G<br />
APPENDIX G: MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
A. <strong>General</strong>. This Appendix addresses <strong>the</strong> more commonly incurred miscellaneous reimbursable expenses. Incidental Expenses<br />
(defined as part <strong>of</strong> per diem in APP A) are different than <strong>the</strong>se expenses. Finance regulations should be consulted regarding any<br />
required expense description/documentation on <strong>the</strong> travel voucher.<br />
B. Transportation Expenses Incurred in or around a PDS or TDY Location.<br />
Reimbursement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se expenses is covered in JFTR, Ch<br />
3, Part F, and JTR, Ch 2, Part H.<br />
C. Voucher Submission. DODFMR, Vol. 9, Travel Policy and Procedures at http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/ prescribes <strong>the</strong><br />
voucher submission requirements, with supporting authority. Funds must be obligated IAW finance policy (ordinarily prior to/at <strong>the</strong><br />
time <strong>the</strong> expense is incurred).<br />
D. Miscellaneous Reimbursable Expenses Table.<br />
Travelers are authorized certain necessary travel and transportation-related<br />
miscellaneous reimbursable expenses incurred on <strong>of</strong>ficial business. Some miscellaneous reimbursable expenses are authorized for<br />
reimbursement by this Appendix; o<strong>the</strong>r miscellaneous reimbursable expenses require AO authorization/approval. Miscellaneous<br />
reimbursable expenses include <strong>the</strong> following (listed in alphabetical order):<br />
MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
ATM Use (Civilian Employee).<br />
1. Reimbursable. Administrative fees for ATM use to obtain money with <strong>the</strong> GTCC up to <strong>the</strong> amount<br />
authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO for an ATM travel advance.<br />
2. Not Reimbursable.<br />
Administrative fees for an ATM use <strong>of</strong> a personal charge card.<br />
3. See OSD Comptroller memo dated 19 July 2002, and <strong>the</strong> DOD Financial Management Regulations<br />
(DODFMR), Volume 9, Chapter 3available at: http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/09/09_03.pdf, for<br />
information on personnel exempt from <strong>the</strong> requirement to use <strong>the</strong> GTCC.<br />
ATM Use (Uniformed Member)<br />
1. Reimbursement is authorized for administrative fees for ATM use to obtain money with:<br />
a. The GTCC, or<br />
b. An ATM or personal charge card used by personnel exempt (and <strong>the</strong> traveler must provide <strong>the</strong> exemption<br />
authority) from GTCC use for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel,<br />
up to <strong>the</strong> amount authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO for an ATM travel advance.<br />
2. Reimbursement for ATM administrative fees related to use <strong>of</strong> an ATM or personal charge card is at <strong>the</strong> rate<br />
applicable to that card if an advance is not o<strong>the</strong>rwise provided by cash or check.<br />
3. See OSD Comptroller memo <strong>of</strong> 19 July 2002 and <strong>the</strong> " DOD Financial Management Regulations”, Volume<br />
9, Chapter 3available at: http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/09/09_03.pdf, for information on personnel<br />
exempt from <strong>the</strong> requirement to use <strong>the</strong> GTCC.<br />
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Baggage, Excess Accompanied (Transportation Cost) . Excess accompanied baggage transportation costs may:<br />
1. Be authorized in advance/approved after <strong>the</strong> fact by <strong>the</strong> Secretarial Process (ordinarily a major personnel<br />
command (e.g., Bureau <strong>of</strong> Naval Personnel (BUPERS) (Navy), Human Resources Command (HRC) (Army))<br />
after any PCS or civilian employee TCS travel.<br />
X X<br />
2. Be authorized in advance <strong>of</strong> any PCS or civilian employee TCS travel for DOD travelers IAW <strong>the</strong><br />
Service/Agency regulations.<br />
3. Be authorized/approved for <strong>the</strong> non-DOD travelers.<br />
4. Not be paid for with a Miscellaneous Charge Order (MCO), a coupon used as a general-purpose voucher for<br />
services (such as excess accompanied baggage) ICW PCS travel unless authorized by <strong>the</strong> Secretarial Process in<br />
advance <strong>of</strong> travel.
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MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
See JFTR, par. U3015 and JTR, par. C2302<br />
Baggage Expenses. Reimbursement is authorized for necessary travel and transportation-related miscellaneous<br />
reimbursable expenses incurred on <strong>of</strong>ficial business. These expenses include:<br />
1. Excess Baggage. See Baggage, Excess Accompanied.<br />
2. Baggage Transfer. NTE <strong>the</strong> customary local rates, and necessity for <strong>the</strong> transfer must be explained.<br />
3. Baggage Storage (with explanation).<br />
4. Baggage Checking. NTE <strong>the</strong> customary local rates.<br />
5. Curbside Baggage Check-in Fee<br />
a. Uniformed Member. Reimbursement <strong>of</strong> a fee charged for <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> optional curbside baggage<br />
check-in service is not authorized. A tip, separate from <strong>the</strong> fee itself, is reimbursable.<br />
b. Civilian Employee.<br />
Reimbursable only when authorized under JTR, par. C7460-4, for a traveler with a<br />
disability/special need.<br />
Baggage Handling Tips<br />
1. Uniformed Member<br />
a. Transportation Terminal. Reimbursement is authorized for customary tips for handling any baggage<br />
(personal and/or GOV’T) at a transportation terminal.<br />
b. Lodging Establishment. Reimbursement is authorized only for transportation-related tips for handling<br />
GOV’T property at lodging establishments.<br />
2. Civilian Employee. Baggage handling tips at transportation terminals or lodging establishments are<br />
covered by <strong>the</strong> IE portion <strong>of</strong> per diem and are not items for separate reimbursement except for <strong>the</strong> following:<br />
a. A traveler with a disability/special need (see JTR, par. C7460-4),<br />
b. Handling <strong>of</strong> GOV’T property,<br />
c. Handling <strong>of</strong> a dependent’s personal baggage when <strong>the</strong> dependent is not authorized per diem while<br />
traveling at GOV’T expense when unaccompanied by <strong>the</strong> sponsor, and<br />
d. Handling <strong>of</strong> a dependent’s personal baggage that <strong>the</strong> sponsor cannot handle when <strong>the</strong> dependent is<br />
traveling with <strong>the</strong> sponsor.<br />
Birth Certificates. The cost <strong>of</strong> birth certificates or o<strong>the</strong>r acceptable evidence <strong>of</strong> birth for OCONUS travel.<br />
X<br />
Carrier Terminal Fees. Airport transit, service charge/tax, landing, port tax, embarkation/debarkation or similar X<br />
mandatory charge assessed against a traveler on arrival/departure from a carrier terminal is authorized when not<br />
included in <strong>the</strong> ticket cost (52 Comp. Gen. 73 (1972)).<br />
Cell Phone Use . When a cell phone is used for <strong>of</strong>ficial communication, each call must be documented showing<br />
<strong>the</strong> additional cost incurred outside <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> normal usage covered in <strong>the</strong> cell phone contract. Prepaid<br />
communication services (i.e., prepaid phone cards, cell phones) are not reimbursable unless <strong>the</strong> AO can<br />
determine <strong>the</strong>y were used for <strong>of</strong>ficial business.<br />
Check Cashing.<br />
1. Reimbursable. Fees for cashing U.S. GOV’T checks/drafts issued for travel expense reimbursement in a<br />
foreign country.<br />
2. Not Reimbursable.<br />
Fees for cashing salary checks/drafts are not authorized.<br />
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MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
Check Costs. The cost <strong>of</strong> traveler's checks, money orders, or certified checks for up to <strong>the</strong> amount <strong>of</strong> estimated X<br />
per diem, and/or AEA, and/or travel expenses for <strong>the</strong> authorized travel.<br />
Clerical Assistance. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Communication Services. GOV’T-owned/leased services should be used for <strong>of</strong>ficial communications, but when<br />
GOV’T services are not available commercial communications services may be used. Prepaid communication<br />
services (i.e., prepaid phone cards, cell phones) are not reimbursable unless <strong>the</strong> AO can determine <strong>the</strong>y were<br />
used for <strong>of</strong>ficial business.<br />
Computer Connections. Connections (e.g., Internet connection) used for computers to perform <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T<br />
business are reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Conveyance Costs. Public or special conveyance costs to and from <strong>the</strong> transportation terminal. See JFTR, Ch 3,<br />
Part E and JTR, Ch 2, Part C.<br />
Currency Conversion Fees<br />
1. Reimbursable. The 1% “international transaction fee” for <strong>of</strong>ficial qualifying transactions charged by <strong>the</strong><br />
GTCC vendor. This charge is listed as a separate line item on <strong>the</strong> credit card billing statement.<br />
2. Not Reimbursable. Losses resulting from currency conversions (63 Comp. Gen. 554 (1984)). NOTE: A<br />
traveler is not liable for gains resulting from currency conversion.<br />
3. Travel Claim Submission. A traveler who pays with a credit card for OCONUS expenses should check with<br />
<strong>the</strong> credit card vendor to determine <strong>the</strong> final bill in U.S. currency prior to travel claim submission. The currency<br />
exchange rate at which <strong>the</strong> credit card bill was settled may be used to determine OCONUS expenses charged to<br />
<strong>the</strong> card.<br />
4. Supplemental Vouchers. A traveler may have to submit a travel voucher prior to having access to <strong>the</strong> actual<br />
amount billed on <strong>the</strong> credit card. When <strong>the</strong> actual amount in U.S. currency is not known until after <strong>the</strong> required<br />
travel claim submission date, a traveler should be personally aware <strong>of</strong> any financial regulations that require<br />
submission <strong>of</strong> a supplemental voucher if <strong>the</strong> amount(s) submitted as expenses differ(s) from <strong>the</strong> actual amount<br />
billed on <strong>the</strong> initial travel claim.<br />
Driver (Vehicle) Services. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Energy Surcharge Fees<br />
Global Positioning System (GPS) for a Rental Car. The optional Global Positioning System (GPS) for a<br />
rental car is not reimbursable.<br />
Green Card. See Passport, Visa, Green Card, Photographs, Physical Examinations, and Legal Services.<br />
GTCC<br />
1. Late Payment Delinquent Fees. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO only for a traveler in a<br />
mission critical travel category or who, through no personal fault, is unable to file a travel voucher and pay <strong>the</strong><br />
GTCC bill because <strong>of</strong> circumstances specific to <strong>the</strong> travel. See DODFMR, Volume 9, Ch 3, found in USD(C)<br />
memorandum dated 7 May 2002 for definition <strong>of</strong> mission critical personnel and processing requirements.<br />
2. Expedited Delivery. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Guide Services. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Inoculations. Charges for inoculations that are not available through a Federal dispensary for OCONUS travel<br />
(this does not include travel expenses incurred for obtaining <strong>the</strong> required inoculations) when authorized/or<br />
approved.<br />
Insurance, Driving-Related. Driving-related insurance is reimbursable when a Service-designated <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
determines that legal requirements/procedures <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> foreign country involved make it necessary to carry driving-<br />
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X X X X X X<br />
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X X X X X X<br />
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X X X X<br />
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X X X X<br />
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MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
related insurance (55 Comp. Gen. 1343 (1976)) to cover potential liability for damage, personal injury, or death to<br />
third parties when travel is authorized by GOV’T conveyance/POC/rental car.<br />
Interpreter Services. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Laundry/Dry-Cleaning Expenses (Civilian Employee Only)<br />
1. Reimbursable for CONUS Travel. Costs for personal laundry, dry-cleaning and/or pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing<br />
incurred during TDY or PCS travel (not after returning to/arriving at PDS) are a separately reimbursable travel<br />
expense when travel within CONUS requires at least 4 consecutive nights lodging.<br />
2. Not Reimbursable for OCONUS Travel. Laundry/dry-cleaning and/or pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing is not a<br />
separately reimbursable travel expense for OCONUS travel. It is part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> IE allowance included within <strong>the</strong><br />
per diem rates/AEA authorized/ approved for OCONUS travel.<br />
Laundry/Dry-Cleaning Expenses (Uniformed Member Only)<br />
1. Reimbursable for CONUS Travel. Costs for personal laundry, dry-cleaning and/or pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing<br />
incurred during TDY travel (not after returning to/arriving at PDS) are a separately reimbursable travel expense<br />
up to an average <strong>of</strong> $2 per day, in addition to per diem/AEA, when travel within CONUS requires at least 7<br />
consecutive nights <strong>of</strong> TDY lodging in CONUS (e.g., 6 nights, no laundry, 7 nights, NTE $14, 8 nights, NTE<br />
$16).<br />
2. Not Reimbursable for OCONUS Travel. Laundry/dry-cleaning and/or pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing is not a<br />
separately reimbursable travel expense for OCONUS travel. It is part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> IE allowance included within <strong>the</strong><br />
per diem rates/AEA authorized/ approved for OCONUS travel.<br />
Legal Service Fees. See Passport, Visa, Green Card, Photographs, Physical Examinations, and Legal Services.<br />
License/Permit, International Driver’s<br />
1. Reimbursable when traveling TDY to a country that requires an international driver’s license/permit.<br />
2. The cost <strong>of</strong> license/permit photos is reimbursable.<br />
3. See http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1179.html for information on driving abroad.<br />
4. This reimbursement applies only to members/employees but not <strong>the</strong>ir dependents.<br />
Lodging, Dual. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO. Reimbursement must not exceed <strong>the</strong><br />
amount <strong>of</strong> per diem/AEA plus appropriate lodging tax (when separately reimbursable) that would have been paid<br />
had <strong>the</strong> traveler remained overnight. See JFTR, par. U4135 and JTR, par. C4555-F.<br />
Lodging Fees/Daytime Lodging Charges. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO. These include<br />
room occupancy lodging charges for late departure, early arrival, or airport daytime lodging facilities due to travel<br />
arrangements that are not for <strong>the</strong> traveler’s convenience.<br />
Lodging Reimbursement while on Leave (Uniformed Member Only). Reimbursement is authorized for <strong>the</strong><br />
actual cost <strong>of</strong> lodging retained at <strong>the</strong> TDY location during leave, NTE <strong>the</strong> per diem rate lodging portion for <strong>the</strong><br />
TDY location, for each day during contingency operations (JFTR, par. U7225), or authorized/ordered evacuations<br />
(JFTR, par. U7226-C).<br />
Lodging Tax (except when ‘MALT-Plus’ for POC travel is paid) in <strong>the</strong> CONUS and non-foreign OCONUS areas<br />
(see APP A).<br />
1. Reimbursable. Lodging tax reimbursement (CONUS and non-foreign OCONUS only) is limited to <strong>the</strong> tax<br />
on reimbursable lodging costs. Example: if <strong>the</strong> authorized maximum lodging rate is $60/night, and lodging<br />
that costs $110/night is chosen, tax on $60 may be reimbursed, which is <strong>the</strong> maximum authorized lodging<br />
amount.<br />
2. Not Reimbursable. Lodging tax in foreign OCONUS areas is part <strong>of</strong> per diem/AEA and is not separately<br />
reimbursable.<br />
JFTR JTR APP O<br />
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X X X X X X<br />
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X X X X<br />
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Medical Fees. See Passport, Visa, Green Card, Photographs, Physical Examinations, and Legal Services.<br />
*Mission-Related Expenses. Mission-related expenses are not reimbursable as travel expenses. These include<br />
(but are not limited to) ) equipment and materials (e.g., batteries, tools, film, paper, books, medical supplies), gifts<br />
for child care, pet care, hotel concierge, workout room/gym fees, and similar items.<br />
Nonrefundable Room Deposits, Forfeited Rental Deposits or Prepaid Rent, and Early Checkout Penalties<br />
when TDY is Curtailed/Canceled/Interrupted.<br />
1. When advance lodging arrangements (including deposits for rental units) are made and TDY is<br />
curtailed/canceled/interrupted, lodging cost reimbursement may be authorized/ approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
2. Reimbursement must not exceed <strong>the</strong> remaining amount <strong>of</strong> per diem/AEA plus appropriate lodging tax that<br />
would have been paid had <strong>the</strong> TDY not been curtailed/ canceled/interrupted.<br />
3. See 59 Comp. Gen. 609 (1980), 59 id. 612 (1980), 60 id. 630 (1981), and cases cited <strong>the</strong>rein.<br />
4. The AO should consider if <strong>the</strong>:<br />
a. Traveler acted reasonably and prudently in incurring lodging expenses;<br />
b. Traveler had a reasonable expectation <strong>of</strong> completing <strong>the</strong> TDY as authorized;<br />
c. Assignment was changed for <strong>of</strong>ficial purposes or for an acceptable reason beyond <strong>the</strong> traveler’s control;<br />
and<br />
d. Traveler took reasonable steps to obtain a refund once <strong>the</strong> TDY was <strong>of</strong>ficially canceled/curtailed.<br />
Packer Services. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Paper Tickets. Any additional paper tickets cost is authorized when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO as necessary<br />
to meet GOV’T requirements (e.g., potential work stoppage by <strong>the</strong> airline or special circumstances involving<br />
international travel to foreign countries). Paper tickets bought for personal convenience are <strong>the</strong> traveler’s<br />
financial responsibility.<br />
Parking Fees at a Terminal. Transportation terminal parking fees (while TDY), NTE <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> taxi fares<br />
(including associated tips) for one round-trip to <strong>the</strong> terminal are authorized. See JFTR, par. U3320 and JTR, par.<br />
C2192.<br />
Passport, Visa, Green Card, Photographs, Physical Exams, and Legal Services.<br />
1. Reimbursement Eligibility<br />
a. Uniformed Member. Reimbursement authority is for a member who is:<br />
(1) Assigned to a foreign OCONUS area,<br />
(2) Required to obtain/renew a passport, mandatory biometric visa requirements, and/or visas (member’s<br />
and/or dependents') as a result <strong>of</strong> a continued assignment in a foreign OCONUS area, or<br />
(3) Emergency Technical Support Personnel. See item 5 below.<br />
b. Civilian Employee. Reimbursement authority is for a traveler who is a U.S. citizen:<br />
(1) Hired locally or transported to a foreign OCONUS area at GOV’T expense,<br />
(2) Serving under a service or renewal agreement, and<br />
(3) Required to obtain/renew a passport, mandatory biometric visa requirements, and/or visas<br />
(employee's and/or dependents') as a result <strong>of</strong> continued employment in a foreign OCONUS area, or<br />
(4) Emergency Technical Support Personnel. See item 5 below.<br />
JFTR JTR APP O<br />
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MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
2. Acquired Dependent (Uniformed Member Only). A member serving an unaccompanied OCONUS tour<br />
who acquires a dependent OCONUS is not authorized reimbursement <strong>of</strong> passport and visa expenses for <strong>the</strong><br />
acquired dependent except when JFTR, par. U9000-A2 or U9000-A3 applies, and/or <strong>the</strong> dependent qualifies<br />
for travel and transportation from <strong>the</strong> OCONUS PDS IAW JFTR, par. U5222-G.<br />
3. Biometric Fees. Biometric fees which are mandatory for passport and/or visa issuance to <strong>the</strong> traveler is<br />
reimbursable. Biometric data collects measurable physical or behavioral characteristic <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> traveler, which<br />
can be used to verify <strong>the</strong> identity <strong>of</strong> that individual or compare against o<strong>the</strong>r entries when stored in a database.<br />
Examples <strong>of</strong> biometric data are face recognition, fingerprints, and iris scans.<br />
4. Dependent Fee. Dependent fee is reimbursable except ICW personal travel. Example: The United<br />
Kingdom Entry Clearance Fee is a reimbursable fee.<br />
5. Emergency Technical Support Personnel. A command/activity may be required to have emergency<br />
technical support personnel available for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel on short notice. These personnel, if directed in writing<br />
by <strong>the</strong> AO to maintain current passports, mandatory biometric visa requirements and/or visas and/or green<br />
cards, may be reimbursed for <strong>the</strong> preparation expenses/fees paid for a passport, mandatory biometric visa<br />
requirements, visa, green card, photographs for OCONUS travel and physical examinations required to obtain a<br />
visa if examinations could not be obtained at a GOV’T medical facility (as <strong>of</strong> 11/1/01 obtainable only in<br />
Yokosuka, Japan)).<br />
6. Fee for Visa, Green card, and Photographs for OCONUS Travel. These fees are reimbursable ICW <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
travel.<br />
7. Legal Service Fees. Expenses for legal services that include lawyer fees/charges (except retainer fees) for<br />
obtaining and/or processing applications for a passport, mandatory biometric visa requirements, visa, green<br />
card, or changes in status are reimbursable if local laws and/or customs require <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> lawyers in processing<br />
such applications.<br />
8. Medical Expenses. Medical expenses associated with obtaining passports, mandatory biometric visa<br />
requirements, and/or visa and/or green card, are not reimbursable, except for inoculations as permitted in this<br />
APP.<br />
9. Passport Fees. An <strong>of</strong>ficial traveler ordinarily travels on a no-fee passport. The three types <strong>of</strong> U.S. passports<br />
are: book, card, and e-passport. A passport book is a regular passport; an e-passport is a regular passport book<br />
with electronic biometric data; both passports can be use for any international travel. A passport card is limited<br />
to departure/entry to/from <strong>the</strong> U.S. through land and seaport entry between <strong>the</strong> U.S. and Mexico, Canada, <strong>the</strong><br />
Caribbean, and Bermuda, and is not authorized o<strong>the</strong>rwise for international travel. Passport fees are<br />
reimbursable when travel on an <strong>of</strong>ficial travel authorization/order is to and/or from a high threat area or high<br />
risk airport by commercial air and <strong>the</strong> traveler is authorized to obtain and use a regular fee passport. See<br />
http://www.state.gov/travelandbusiness/. Those traveling solely by MILAIR or AMC charter flight are not<br />
reimbursed for regular fee passports unless GOV’T transportation became available on short notice (that is,<br />
after commercial travel arrangements had been made and a passport purchased) or <strong>the</strong> travel priority is<br />
sufficiently high to require backup travel arrangements (which cannot include city-pair reservations).<br />
10. Physical Examination Fees. These fees are reimbursable when required to obtain a visa and <strong>the</strong><br />
examination could not be obtained at a GOV’T medical facility (as <strong>of</strong> 11/1/01 obtainable only in Yokosuka,<br />
Japan) (adapted from GSBCA 15435-RELO, 9 April 2001). A dependent’s fee is reimbursable except ICW<br />
personal travel. Example: The United Kingdom Entry Clearance Fee is a reimbursable fee.<br />
11. Travel Authorization/Order for Visas and Physical Examinations. A travel authorization/order should be<br />
issued to authorize/approve (see JFTR, par. U2115 and JTR, APP I2) travel and transportation at GOV’T<br />
expense to:<br />
a. A visa-issuing <strong>of</strong>fice located outside <strong>the</strong> traveler’s PDS local area if <strong>the</strong> traveler’s presence at that <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
is/was mandatory.<br />
b. Undergo a physical examination required to obtain a visa if travel is/was required to a location outside<br />
<strong>the</strong> traveler’s PDS local area.<br />
12. Travel Not Required. Actual travel to obtain required documents is not required for reimbursement (e.g.,<br />
<strong>the</strong> expenses may be related to mail).<br />
JFTR JTR APP O<br />
Personal Expenses. Personal expenses are not reimbursable. These include batteries,<br />
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MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
tools, film, gifts, pet care, hotel concierge, rental car GPS, workout room/gym fees, and similar items.<br />
Pet Quarantine. See JFTR and JTR, Ch 5, Part I for rules regarding pet quarantine ICW PDT.<br />
Phone Calls (Official)<br />
1. The AO:<br />
a. May determine certain communications to a traveler’s home/family are <strong>of</strong>ficial (i.e., to advise <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler’s safe arrival, inform/inquire about medical conditions, and advise regarding changes in itinerary),<br />
b. Should limit communications to a dollar amount in advance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> TDY, and<br />
c. May approve charges after <strong>the</strong> TDY completion, when appropriate (adopted from GSBCA 14554-TRAV,<br />
18 August 1998).<br />
2. Prepaid communication services (i.e., prepaid phone cards, cell phones) are not reimbursable unless <strong>the</strong> AO<br />
can determine <strong>the</strong>y were used for <strong>of</strong>ficial business.<br />
Physical Examination Fees. See Passport, Visa, Green Card, Photographs, Physical Examinations, and Legal<br />
Services.<br />
Prepaid Phone Cards/Cell Phones. See Communication Services.<br />
Preparatory Travel Expense Reimbursement when <strong>the</strong> Travel Authorization/Order is Amended, Modified,<br />
Canceled or Revoked. Preparatory travel expenses, such as fees for traveler’s checks, passport, mandatory<br />
biometric visa requirements, visa, green card, and communications services, incurred prior to <strong>the</strong><br />
authorization/order being changed are reimbursable provided <strong>the</strong> action taken is beyond <strong>the</strong> traveler’s control, in<br />
<strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s interest, and a refund is unobtainable.<br />
Registered Traveler Membership Fee. Individual traveler membership in a registered and/or trusted traveler<br />
program is not a reimbursable expense per JFTR, par. U1060 and JTR, par. C1010. Use <strong>of</strong> GOV’T funds to<br />
obtain membership in such a program is statutorily prohibited by 5 USC §5946 per GSA Bulletin FTR 08-05 <strong>of</strong> 25<br />
June 2008.<br />
Registration Fee. Registration fee reimbursement is authorized/approved when <strong>the</strong> fee is a condition for<br />
attendance. When <strong>the</strong> registration fee includes <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> meals, per diem is computed under JFTR, par. U4165-<br />
2b or JTR, par. C4554-B2b.<br />
Rental Car Administrative Fees. Any per-day administrative fee called for in <strong>the</strong> DTMO rental car agreements<br />
(including GARS) is authorized.<br />
*Reports/Correspondence Preparation Services (incl. associated necessary equipment). Services <strong>of</strong> typists,<br />
typists, data processors, or stenographers and use <strong>of</strong> computers, printers, faxing machines and scanners are<br />
reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO (B-145883, 1 September 1970 and 15 Comp. Gen. 257<br />
(1935)). This does not cover any materials. See mission-related expenses.<br />
Resort Fees. Resort fees, that are mandatory, are authorized.<br />
Room Rental. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO only when used for <strong>of</strong>ficial business at a<br />
lodging/o<strong>the</strong>r place.<br />
Service and Processing Fees.<br />
1. Service and processing fees (transaction fees) for arranging <strong>of</strong>ficial transportation, rental car and lodging<br />
accommodations are authorized:<br />
a. Through a CTO, and<br />
b. When a CTO/TMC is not available.<br />
2. Reimbursement is authorized only when every reasonable attempt has been made by <strong>the</strong> traveler to engage<br />
JFTR JTR APP O<br />
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PCS<br />
X X<br />
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X X X X<br />
X X X X X X<br />
X X X X<br />
X X X X<br />
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X X X X X X<br />
X X X X<br />
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MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES ON OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
CTO/TMC in <strong>the</strong> process and <strong>the</strong> CTO/TMC is not available, prior to <strong>of</strong>ficial travel commencement.<br />
Storage <strong>of</strong> Property Used on Official Business. Reimbursable when authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Technology Equipment. Use <strong>of</strong> computers, printers, faxing machines, scanners, telegrams, cablegrams, or<br />
radiograms is authorized.<br />
Tips Aboard Commercial Ships (Uniformed Member Only). Tips to stewards and o<strong>the</strong>r attendants paid by or<br />
on behalf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> dependents aboard commercial ships are authorized.<br />
Tips for Handling GOV’T Property. Transportation-related tips for handling GOV’T property at terminals and<br />
lodgings are authorized.<br />
Tips, Transportation-Related. Transportation-related tips for taxis, limousines, and courtesy transportation are<br />
authorized.<br />
Transportation to/from Terminal. POC transportation costs (ICW TDY travel) to and from <strong>the</strong> transportation<br />
terminal are authorized. See JFTR, par. U3320 and JTR, par. C2192.<br />
Travel and Transportation Related Expenses. Travel and transportation related expenses similar to any in this<br />
table may be authorized.<br />
Value Added Tax (VAT) Certificate. The cost <strong>of</strong> a Value Added Tax (VAT) certificate used to avoid paying<br />
TDY lodging taxes is reimbursable.<br />
VISA and Photograph Fees for OCONUS Travel. See Passport, Visa, Green Card, Photographs, Physical<br />
Examinations, and Legal Services.<br />
JFTR JTR APP O<br />
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APP H: Travel Purpose Identifiers and Premium Class Transportation (JFTR/JTR) Table <strong>of</strong> Contents<br />
APPENDIX H<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> PURPOSE IDENTIFIERS & PREMIUM CLASS TRANSPORTATION<br />
Part Contents<br />
1 Travel Purpose Identifiers<br />
2A Reporting Data Elements and Procedures Format<br />
2B First-Class Air Accommodations Codes<br />
2C *First-Class Decision Support Tool<br />
3A Business-Class Air Accommodations Codes<br />
3B *Business-Class Decision Support Tool<br />
4A Premium-Class Accommodations for Disability or O<strong>the</strong>r Special Medical Needs Reasons<br />
4B Reserved<br />
4C Reserved<br />
4D Reserved<br />
4E Reserved<br />
4F Premium-Class Accommodations Determination Format<br />
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Part 1: Travel Purpose Identifiers and Premium Class Transportation<br />
0. Site Visit<br />
Travel Purpose<br />
Identifier Codes<br />
1. Information Meeting<br />
2. Training Attendance<br />
3. Speech or Presentation<br />
4. Conference Attendance<br />
5. Relocation<br />
6. Between Tours Travel<br />
7. Special Mission Travel<br />
8. Emergency Travel<br />
9. O<strong>the</strong>r Travel<br />
PART 1: <strong>TRAVEL</strong> PURPOSE IDENTIFIERS<br />
Purpose<br />
Appendix H1<br />
Personally perform operational/managerial activities (e.g., to oversee program<br />
activities, grant operations, or manage activities for internal control purposes;<br />
carry out an audit, inspection, or repair activity; conduct negotiations; provide<br />
technical assistance) at a particular location.<br />
To attend meeting(s) to discuss general agency operations, review status reports,<br />
or discuss topics <strong>of</strong> general interest. If a site visit was conducted as part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
same trip, <strong>the</strong> entire trip is for a site visit (See 0 above.).<br />
To receive training.<br />
To make a speech or a presentation, deliver a paper, or o<strong>the</strong>rwise take part in a<br />
formal program o<strong>the</strong>r than a training course.<br />
To attend a conference, convention, seminar, or symposium for purposes <strong>of</strong><br />
observation or education only with no formal role in <strong>the</strong> proceedings.<br />
Transfer from one PDS to ano<strong>the</strong>r (same as a PCS move.) This includes new<br />
appointees/persons ordered to active duty when authorized relocation allowances<br />
for reporting to <strong>the</strong> first duty station.<br />
Travel and transportation authorizations for which an employee/uniformed<br />
member and/or dependent(s) may be eligible while serving at an OCONUS duty<br />
station; e.g., RAT or COT/IPCOT travel for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> taking leave between<br />
OCONUS tours <strong>of</strong> duty; educational travel, etc. This travel is ordinarily<br />
performed in conjunction with travel resulting from a permanent change <strong>of</strong> station<br />
assignment or renewal <strong>of</strong> a tour <strong>of</strong> duty at OCONUS duty stations.<br />
To carry out a special agency mission (e.g., non-combat military units); provide<br />
security to a person or shipment (such as diplomatic pouch); move witnesses<br />
between locations; travel by Federal beneficiaries and o<strong>the</strong>r non-employees.<br />
To return a traveler from a temporary duty assignment location at Government<br />
expense to <strong>the</strong> designated post <strong>of</strong> duty or home, or o<strong>the</strong>r alternate location, where<br />
<strong>the</strong> travel would ordinarily be present to take care <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> emergency situation if <strong>the</strong><br />
Government had not directed or assigned <strong>the</strong> traveler to ano<strong>the</strong>r location to<br />
perform <strong>of</strong>ficial business. In <strong>the</strong> case <strong>of</strong> a uniformed member, <strong>the</strong> provisions <strong>of</strong><br />
JFTR, par. U7205 or U7206, and for civilian employees Ch 7, Part M, which are<br />
far more extensive, would apply.<br />
All travel performed for reasons (purposes) not shown in one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r nine<br />
categories listed above. Even though stated as “o<strong>the</strong>r travel,” <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
authorization/order must also detail <strong>the</strong> specific purpose.<br />
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APP H: Travel Purpose Identifiers & Premium Class Transportation (JFTR/JTR)<br />
Part 2A: Reporting Data Elements and Procedures Format<br />
Appendix H2A<br />
SECTION 2A: REPORTING DATA ELEMENTS AND PROCEDURES FORMAT<br />
Premium-Class Travel Reporting Data Elements and Procedures<br />
1. Traveler’s Name (Last/First/MI; e.g., Smith, John. Q.):_____________________________________________<br />
and Sponsor’s Name (if applicable)____________________________________________________________<br />
2. Traveler’s Rank/Grade (e.g., O-7, E-6, GS-14, Civ):_______________________________________________<br />
and Sponsor’s Rank/Grade (if applicable)______________________________________________________<br />
3. Last 4 SSN (Last 4 digits <strong>of</strong> traveler’s Social Security Number) ______________________________________<br />
and Sponsor’s Last 4 SSN (if applicable)_______________________________________________________<br />
4. Service/Agency <strong>of</strong> traveler (e.g., U.S. Army, DIA):_________________________________________________<br />
5. Organization <strong>of</strong> traveler (e.g., 434 ARW/FMF):___________________________________________________<br />
6. Work Phone (Comm and DSN (both with area codes):______________________________________________<br />
7. Email Address:_____________________________________________________________________________<br />
8. Mode (Airplane, Ship or Train)<br />
0 = Air<br />
1 = Ship<br />
2 =Train<br />
9. Travel Purpose (See APP H, Part I.) NOTE:<br />
These codes are a means to categorize a particular trip; <strong>the</strong>y do<br />
not in any way convey authorization to use premium-class accommodations<br />
0 = Site Visit<br />
1 = Information Meeting<br />
2 = Training<br />
3 = Speech/Presentation<br />
4 = Conference<br />
5 = Relocation<br />
6 = Between Tours Travel<br />
7 = Special Mission Travel<br />
8 = Emergency Travel<br />
9 = O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
10. Origin Location at which premium-class accommodations segment starts (e.g., Washington,<br />
D.C.)_________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
(O<strong>the</strong>r) Origin:_________________________________________________________________________________<br />
11. Destination (Location at which premium-class accommodations ends (e.g., London, U.K.))________________<br />
(O<strong>the</strong>r) Origin:_________________________________________________________________________________<br />
NOTE:<br />
For multiple stops on a single trip:<br />
a) If <strong>the</strong> entire roundtrip is by premium-class, list <strong>the</strong> origin and each destination on one line (e.g.,<br />
Washington to Tokyo to Honolulu to Washington all performed premium-class. List Washington under<br />
Origin and list “Tokyo/Honolulu/Washington” under Destination column. Only <strong>the</strong> date travel is to begin<br />
from Washington is listed.)<br />
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b) If some legs are premium-class and o<strong>the</strong>rs are not, <strong>the</strong>n report each leg involving premium-class on a<br />
separate line with <strong>the</strong> appropriate origin/destination for that leg and <strong>the</strong> date travel is to begin for that leg<br />
(e.g., Washington to Paris to Guam to Tokyo to Honolulu to Washington. Only Washington to Paris and<br />
Tokyo to Honolulu are premium-class; <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r legs are coach-class. List <strong>the</strong> Washington to Paris<br />
information on one line and <strong>the</strong> Tokyo to Honolulu information on ano<strong>the</strong>r line with departure dates and<br />
cost for each premium-class trip leg listed separately.<br />
12. Date Travel to Begin (YYYYMMDD; e.g., 20080313 for 13 Mar 08):________________________________<br />
13. Fare Paid for premium-class accommodations (nearest dollar): $_____________________________________<br />
14. Coach Fare amount leg would cost if coach class used (nearest dollar): $_______________________________<br />
15. Ticket Issuing Location (Name and Location <strong>of</strong> (Contracted) Commercial Travel <strong>Office</strong> CTO):<br />
_____________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
16. Approval reason code and JTR/JFTR par. justification reference:<br />
Approval Code: (e.g., B2)_________Par. Reference: (e.g., JTR, par. C2204-B3b)________________________<br />
(First-class see Part II, Section B; Business-class see Part III, Section A <strong>of</strong> APP H)<br />
17. Approval Authority <strong>of</strong> Premium-class Accommodations (i.e., title)___________________________________<br />
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CODE<br />
F1<br />
F2<br />
F3<br />
F4<br />
F5<br />
F6<br />
FC<br />
SECTION 2B: FIRST-CLASS AIR ACCOMMODATIONS CODES<br />
(See JTR, par. C2204-B3; JFTR, par. U3125-B3)<br />
APPROVAL CODE/REFERENCE/REASON<br />
JTR & JFTR PARAGRAPH REFERENCE<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B3a or JFTR, par. U3125-B3a<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B3b or JFTR, par. U3125-B3b<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B3c or JFTR, par. U3125-B3c<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B3d or JFTR, par. U3125-B3d<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B3e or JFTR, par. U3125-B3e<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B3f or JFTR, par. U3125-B3f<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B3g or JFTR, par. U3125-B3g<br />
One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first 5 reasons (F1 through F5) must also apply.<br />
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REASON FOR <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
Lower Class Not Available in Time<br />
Medical<br />
Security<br />
Mission<br />
Only first class provided<br />
Non-Federal source<br />
Congressional Travel<br />
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SECTION 2C: FIRST-CLASS DECISION SUPPORT TOOL<br />
Appendix H2C<br />
Effective 1 March 2004, authorization/approval authority for premium-class accommodations was changed to <strong>the</strong><br />
senior <strong>of</strong>ficial level with specific delegations required for authority below that level. Consult service/agency<br />
regulations or directives for <strong>the</strong> current first-class AO.<br />
First-class accommodations requests.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for first-class accommodations because lower-class accommodations are not reasonably available<br />
(F1)?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Are accommodations, o<strong>the</strong>r than first-class, available on an airline scheduled to leave within 24 hours<br />
before <strong>the</strong> traveler’s proposed departure time, or scheduled to arrive up to 24 hours before <strong>the</strong> traveler’s<br />
proposed arrival time?<br />
Yes - Would traveler arrive later than <strong>the</strong> required reporting time at <strong>the</strong> duty site?<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> travel for PCS, RAT/COT/IPCOT leave, EVT, FVT, emergency leave, R&R, FEML, or<br />
evacuation?<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations for <strong>the</strong>se travel-types must not be authorized/approved since<br />
arrival time/reporting time in <strong>the</strong>se cases is not mission-critical.<br />
No - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved for <strong>the</strong> departure portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> trip,<br />
considering when <strong>the</strong> TDY trip was identified, when travel reservations were made, whe<strong>the</strong>r or not<br />
<strong>the</strong> traveler can arrive earlier, etc.<br />
No - Would <strong>the</strong> traveler be required to depart earlier than <strong>the</strong> traveler is scheduled to complete duty?<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> travel for PCS, RAT/COT/IPCOT leave, EVT, FVT, emergency leave, R&R, FEML,<br />
or evacuation?<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations for <strong>the</strong>se travel-types must not be authorized/approved<br />
since arrival time/reporting time in <strong>the</strong>se cases is not mission-critical.<br />
No - First-class may be authorized/approved for <strong>the</strong> return portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> trip, considering<br />
when <strong>the</strong> TDY trip was identified, when travel reservations were made, whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler can delay departure, etc.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for first-class accommodations because <strong>of</strong> medical reasons (F2)?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Has competent medical authority certified sufficient justification/documentation that <strong>the</strong> disability or<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r special medical needs exists and <strong>the</strong> medical condition necessitates first-class accommodations?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Can lower-cost economy accommodations (e.g., ‘bulk-head’ seating, or providing two economy seats<br />
or a business-class seat or shorter flights) meet <strong>the</strong> traveler’s requirements?<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
No - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
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Is <strong>the</strong> request for first-class accommodations due to exceptional security circumstances (F3)?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
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Yes - Would use <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r than first-class accommodations entail danger to <strong>the</strong> traveler’s life or Government<br />
property?<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
No - Are travelers agents <strong>of</strong> protective details accompanying individuals authorized to use first-class<br />
accommodations?<br />
Yes - Are travelers required while traveling to remain in <strong>the</strong> immediate area <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> individuals <strong>the</strong>y are<br />
protecting?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
No - Are travelers, couriers or control <strong>of</strong>ficers accompanying controlled pouches or packages?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Can adequate security <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> pouch or package be maintained in coach-or business-class?<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
No - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for first-class accommodations mission required (F4)?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is travel in connection with Federal Advisory Committees (5 USC app.<br />
(http://www.usdoj.gov/04foia/facastat.pdf))?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> traveler a high-level invited guest?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved. For DoD, <strong>the</strong> Director,<br />
Administration and Management, <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense, or <strong>the</strong> Director’s designee is<br />
<strong>the</strong> only authorization/approval authority.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for first-class accommodations that <strong>the</strong> regularly scheduled flights between <strong>the</strong> authorized origin and<br />
destination (including connection points) provide only first-class accommodations (F5)?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Has <strong>the</strong> transportation <strong>of</strong>ficer/agent documented that <strong>the</strong>re are no o<strong>the</strong>r scheduled coach or business-class<br />
flights/seats?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
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Yes - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for first-class accommodations because a non-Federal source is paying (F6)?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
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Yes - Does <strong>the</strong> non-Federal source want <strong>the</strong> traveler to use first-class accommodations and has <strong>the</strong> traveler met<br />
at least one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r first-class accommodations criteria (F1 through F5)?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Have <strong>the</strong> transportation services been paid in advance by a non-federal source?<br />
No - First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for first-class accommodations for a member/employee traveling in support <strong>of</strong> congressional travel?<br />
(FC)<br />
No First-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - An approval authority must sign a separate and distinct authorization form for issuance <strong>of</strong> a premiumclass<br />
ticket even when <strong>the</strong> authorization comes from <strong>the</strong> Chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Congressional Committee or<br />
Leadership/Speaker <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> House.<br />
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Approval<br />
code<br />
B1<br />
B2<br />
B3<br />
B4<br />
B5<br />
B6<br />
B7<br />
B8<br />
B9<br />
BC<br />
BF<br />
OTE:<br />
PART 3A: BUSINESS-CLASS AIR ACCOMMODATIONS CODES<br />
(See JTR, par. C2204-B4 ; JFTR, par. U3125-B4 )<br />
APPROVAL CODE/REFERENCE/REASON<br />
Paragraph reference<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4a or JFTR, par. U3125-B4a<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4b or JFTR, par. U3125-B4b<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4c or JFTR, par. U3125-B4c<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4d or JFTR, par. U3125-B4d<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4e or JFTR, par. U3125-B4e<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4f or JFTR, par. U3125-B4f<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4g or JFTR, par. U3125-B4g<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4h or JFTR, par. U3125-B4h<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4i or JFTR, par. U3125-B4i<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4j or JFTR, par. U3125-B4j<br />
JTR, par. C2204-B4k or JFTR, par U3125-B4k<br />
1For business-class accommodations, this is a ‘stand-alone’ reason.<br />
Reason for travel<br />
Appendix H3A<br />
Lower Class Not Available in Time<br />
Medical<br />
Security<br />
Mission<br />
Only business class provided<br />
Non-Federal source<br />
Foreign flag coach not adequate<br />
Overall savings<br />
Over 14 hours<br />
Congressional Travel<br />
Required by Foreign Government<br />
Regulations, MOU/MOA/SOFA<br />
NOTE<br />
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Appendix H3B<br />
Effective 1 March 2004, approval authority for premium-class accommodations was changed to <strong>the</strong> senior<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial level with specific delegations required for authority below that level. Consult Service/agency regulations<br />
or directives for <strong>the</strong> current business-class AOs.<br />
Business-class accommodations requests.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations because <strong>the</strong>re are no coach-class accommodations on any<br />
scheduled flight in time to accomplish <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial (TDY) travel purpose/mission (B1)?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> mission so urgent that it cannot be postponed?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> travel for PCS, RAT/COT/IPCOT, leave, emergency leave, R&R, FEML, or evacuation?<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved since arrival time/reporting<br />
time in <strong>the</strong>se cases is not mission-critical.<br />
No - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved for <strong>the</strong> trip’s departure,<br />
considering when <strong>the</strong> TDY trip was identified and travel reservations were made, whe<strong>the</strong>r traveler<br />
can arrive even earlier, etc. Coach accommodations should be used for <strong>the</strong> return flight if <strong>the</strong><br />
return flight is not critical and <strong>the</strong> traveler can rest before reporting back to work.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations because <strong>of</strong> medical reasons (B2)?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Has competent medical authority certified sufficient justification/documentation that <strong>the</strong> disability or<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r special medical need exists and <strong>the</strong> medical condition necessitates business-class accommodations?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Can lower-cost economy accommodations (e.g., ‘bulk-head’ seating, or providing two economy seats<br />
or shorter flights) meet <strong>the</strong> traveler’s requirements?<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations must not authorized/approved.<br />
No - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations due to exceptional security circumstances (B3)?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Would use <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r than business-class accommodations entail danger to <strong>the</strong> traveler’s life or Government<br />
property?<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
No - Are travelers agents <strong>of</strong> protective details accompanying individuals authorized to use business-class<br />
accommodations?<br />
Yes - Are travelers required while traveling to remain in <strong>the</strong> immediate area <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> individuals <strong>the</strong>y are<br />
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protecting?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
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No - Are travelers, couriers or control <strong>of</strong>ficers accompanying controlled pouches or packages?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Can adequate security <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> pouch or package be maintained in coach-class?<br />
Yes – Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
No - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations mission required (B4)?<br />
No – Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Effective 18 January 2005<br />
Yes - Is travel in connection with Federal Advisory Committees (5 USC app.<br />
(http://www.usdoj.gov/04foia/facastat.pdf))?<br />
No – Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> traveler a high-level invited guest?<br />
No – Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Effective 18 January 2005<br />
Yes - First-class accommodations may be authorized/approved. For DoD, <strong>the</strong> Director, Administration<br />
and Management, <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> Defense, or <strong>the</strong> Director’s designee is <strong>the</strong> only<br />
authorization/approval authority.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations because <strong>the</strong> regularly scheduled flights between <strong>the</strong> authorized<br />
origin and destination (including connection points) provide only business-class accommodations (B5)?<br />
No – Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Has <strong>the</strong> transportation <strong>of</strong>ficer/agent documented that no o<strong>the</strong>r scheduled coach-class flights are available?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations because a non-Federal source is paying (B6)?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Does <strong>the</strong> non-Federal source want <strong>the</strong> traveler to use business-class accommodations?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Have <strong>the</strong> transportation services been paid in advance by a non-federal source?<br />
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No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
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Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations because coach-class accommodations on foreign carriers do not<br />
provide adequate sanitation or meet health standards (B7)?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Has foreign flag service use been authorized/approved in accordance with <strong>the</strong> Fly America Act?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Does <strong>the</strong> aircraft have more than two cabins?<br />
No – Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved. NOTE:<br />
The front cabin is<br />
first-class (making first-class criteria applicable) regardless <strong>of</strong> what class <strong>the</strong> airline calls it.<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations because business-class accommodations would result in an overall<br />
savings to <strong>the</strong> Government (B8)?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is this based on economic considerations (e.g., <strong>the</strong> avoidance <strong>of</strong> additional subsistence costs, overtime, or<br />
lost productive time) that would be incurred while awaiting coach-class accommodations?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong>re an actual cost-comparison showing <strong>the</strong> overall savings details?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Does <strong>the</strong> aircraft have more than two cabins?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved. NOTE:<br />
The front cabin<br />
is first-class (making first-class criteria applicable) regardless <strong>of</strong> what class <strong>the</strong> airline calls it.<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations because <strong>the</strong> scheduled flight time is in excess <strong>of</strong> 14 hours (B9)?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> time between <strong>the</strong> scheduled aircraft departure from <strong>the</strong> airport serving <strong>the</strong> PDS/TDY point and <strong>the</strong><br />
scheduled aircraft arrival at <strong>the</strong> airport serving <strong>the</strong> TDY point/PDS including scheduled non-overnight time<br />
spent at airports during plane changes more than 14 hours?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Does <strong>the</strong> traveler have to begin work immediately after arrival?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - Can a rest period be scheduled en route or at <strong>the</strong> TDY site before starting work?<br />
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Yes - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
No - Is <strong>the</strong> TDY purpose/mission so urgent that it cannot be delayed or postponed?<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
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Yes - Is <strong>the</strong> travel for PCS, RAT/COT/IPCOT, leave, emergency leave, R&R, FEML, or<br />
evacuation or any transportation o<strong>the</strong>r than TDY?<br />
Yes - Business-class accommodations for <strong>the</strong>se types travel must not be<br />
authorized/approved.<br />
No - Business-class accommodations may be authorized/approved for <strong>the</strong> departure<br />
portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> trip, considering when <strong>the</strong> TDY trip was identified, when travel<br />
reservations were made, etc. Coach accommodations are to be used for <strong>the</strong> return flight<br />
if <strong>the</strong> return flight is not critical and <strong>the</strong> traveler can rest before reporting back to work.<br />
Is <strong>the</strong> request for business-class accommodations for a member/employee traveling in support <strong>of</strong> congressional<br />
travel? (BC)<br />
No - Business-class accommodations must not be authorized/approved.<br />
Yes - An approval authority must sign a separate and distinct authorization form for issuance <strong>of</strong> a business-class<br />
ticket even when <strong>the</strong> authorization comes from <strong>the</strong> Chairman <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Congressional Committee or<br />
Leadership/Speaker <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> House.<br />
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Appendix H4A<br />
SECTION A: PREMIUM-CLASS ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABILITY OR<br />
O<strong>THE</strong>R SPECIAL MEDICAL NEEDS REASONS<br />
It is Department <strong>of</strong> Defense policy (See JTR, par. C2000-A2c and JFTR, par. U2000-A2c.) that premium-class<br />
travel accommodations, due to a disability or o<strong>the</strong>r special medical needs, be used only when <strong>the</strong>re is no alternative<br />
means to accommodate <strong>the</strong> traveler’s condition (e.g., bulkhead, aisle seating, use <strong>of</strong> two adjoining coach-class seats,<br />
etc.). The condition must be certified by competent medical authority (i.e., a licensed medical practitioner) and<br />
authorized by <strong>the</strong> premium-class AO in advance <strong>of</strong> travel. This requirement is in <strong>the</strong> JTR and JFTR. Certifications<br />
validating <strong>the</strong> disability or o<strong>the</strong>r special medical need remain in effect for a period up to six months or <strong>the</strong> duration<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> disability or special need, whichever is shorter. Disabilities or special medical needs described as permanent<br />
require review and renewal on an annual basis by a physician.<br />
A traveler who requests premium-class accommodations due to disability or o<strong>the</strong>r special medical need should<br />
request authorization well in advance <strong>of</strong> anticipated travel to ensure <strong>the</strong>re is sufficient time to obtain required<br />
premium-class authorization prior to travel. If extenuating circumstances or emergency situations prevent<br />
advance authorization, <strong>the</strong> traveler must obtain written approval from <strong>the</strong> appropriate premium-class AO within<br />
7 days <strong>of</strong> travel completion. Failure to receive <strong>the</strong> appropriate authorization/approval for premium-class<br />
transportation ei<strong>the</strong>r before or after travel may result in <strong>the</strong> traveler being financially liable for costs over <strong>the</strong><br />
economy/coach-class airfare.<br />
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SECTION 4F: PREMIUM-CLASS ACCOMMODATIONS DETERMINATION<br />
FORMAT<br />
The request for first/business -class accommodations for _________________________________________<br />
is authorized/approved/disapproved.<br />
(enter full name <strong>of</strong> traveler)<br />
__________________________________________ __________________________________________<br />
Type Full Name, Rank and <strong>Office</strong> Symbol <strong>of</strong> Premiumclass<br />
Authorizing/Approving Signature<br />
DATE<br />
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APPENDIX I<br />
<strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATIONS<br />
A. Who May Issue a Travel Authorization/Order (FTR §301-71.104)<br />
1. <strong>General</strong><br />
2. Army Delegation <strong>of</strong> Authority<br />
3. Navy Delegation <strong>of</strong> Authority<br />
4. Air Force Delegation <strong>of</strong> Authority<br />
PART 2: GENERAL CONDITIONS<br />
A. Authorization/Order in Writing (FTR §301-71.107)<br />
1. Policy<br />
2. Purpose<br />
3. Prohibition<br />
4. Exceptions<br />
5. Sea Trial Travel Authorization/Order<br />
B. Confirmatory Travel Authorization/Order<br />
C. Blanket Travel Authorization/Order<br />
D. Travel Authorization/Order Amendment<br />
1. Policy<br />
2. Authorization, Approval and Retroactive Modification<br />
3. Amendment Effective Date<br />
4. How to Amend a Travel Authorization/Order<br />
E. Rescinding a Travel Authorization/Order<br />
F. Numbering Travel Authorizations/Orders<br />
G. Authorization (Au<strong>the</strong>ntication) <strong>of</strong> a Travel Authorization/Order (FTR §301-71.3)<br />
H. Distribution<br />
I. Unused Travel Authorization/Order<br />
J. Statements Required on Travel Authorization/Order<br />
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PART 3: <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION CONTENT<br />
A. Form <strong>of</strong> Request<br />
B. Information Required (FTR §301-71.103)<br />
1. <strong>General</strong> Information<br />
2. Specific Authorization or Approval<br />
3. Advance Arrangements<br />
C. Blanket TDY Travel<br />
D. Consultant and Expert TDY Travel<br />
E. PCS Travel<br />
1. <strong>General</strong><br />
2. CONUS PCS Travel<br />
3. First Duty Station for an Appointee<br />
4. OCONUS Permanent Duty Travel<br />
F. TCS Travel<br />
1. Events Requiring a Travel Authorization<br />
2. Travel Authorization Content<br />
G. Invitational Travel<br />
H. Travel at No Expense to <strong>the</strong> Government<br />
PART 4: <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION/ORDER PREPARATION<br />
A. TDY Travel<br />
1. <strong>General</strong><br />
2. DD Form 1614 Preparation<br />
3. Distribution<br />
B. Permanent Duty Travel<br />
1. <strong>General</strong><br />
2. DD Form 1614 Preparation<br />
3. Distribution<br />
4. Privacy Act Statement<br />
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NOTE:<br />
Only <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials listed in par. C2204-B may authorize/approve premium-class air accommodations.<br />
A. Who May Issue a Travel Authorization/Order (FTR §301-71.104)<br />
1. <strong>General</strong><br />
a. The Departments <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Army, Navy and Air Force have delegated authority to issue a travel<br />
authorization/order. That authority may be re-delegated, as shown in <strong>the</strong> following tables.<br />
b. Within a DOD Component o<strong>the</strong>r than in <strong>the</strong> Departments <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Army, Navy and Air Force, authority to<br />
issue a travel authorization/order is as delegated by <strong>the</strong> Component Head.<br />
c. One AO may ask ano<strong>the</strong>r AO to issue an authorization/order. The requesting AO must provide <strong>the</strong><br />
required information and accounting data.<br />
d. Specific travel authorization/order-issuing conditions are indicated in <strong>the</strong> following tables.<br />
e. Permitted delegations and re-delegations <strong>of</strong> travel authorization/order-issuing authority should be in<br />
writing, by organizational title to individual(s) for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> authorizing/approving travel and<br />
au<strong>the</strong>nticating a travel authorization/order.<br />
f. See Ch 4, Part M for AEA information.<br />
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DEPARTMENT OF <strong>THE</strong> ARMY<br />
“X” indicates travel authorization/order issuance delegation<br />
Authorizing and Approving Official TDY Travel 1/ PDT 5/ Invitational<br />
Travel 1/, 6/<br />
Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Army<br />
Administrative Assistant<br />
X X X<br />
to <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Army<br />
Chief <strong>of</strong> Staff<br />
Commander <strong>of</strong> an Army Command, Army Service<br />
Component Command, and <strong>of</strong> each Direct Reporting<br />
Unit (includes Combatant Command component),<br />
X 2/ X X<br />
Head <strong>of</strong> an Army Staff Agency, Commander <strong>of</strong> a<br />
Major Subordinate Command and a Regional<br />
Commander<br />
Commander or Head <strong>of</strong> an Installation, Activity, and<br />
X 2/, 4/<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Field Operating Agency<br />
National Guard Adjutants <strong>General</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Respective<br />
States<br />
1/ Issuance is subject to <strong>the</strong> provisions <strong>of</strong> AR 1-40, “Official Temporary Duty Travel Outside Continental United<br />
States.”<br />
2/ This <strong>of</strong>ficial may re-delegate authority to a subordinate installation commander or activity and field operating<br />
agency for TDY travel authorization/order issuance for travel to, from, and between OCONUS areas when AR 1-40<br />
does not require issuance <strong>of</strong> a travel authorization/order by Headquarters, Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Army. When such<br />
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X 4/<br />
X 4/<br />
3/ For <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Army and elements reporting directly <strong>the</strong>reto.<br />
4/ For <strong>the</strong> National Guard Bureau, prior authority from <strong>the</strong> Chief, National Guard Bureau is required prior to a<br />
blanket TDY travel authorization issuance. NOTE: A blanket travel authorization/order is not used in DTS.<br />
5/ For PCS between CONUS locations: applies to a Commander to whom authority has been delegated to fill a<br />
position. This <strong>of</strong>ficial may re-delegate authority to issue a PDT travel authorization/order. For PCS to, from or<br />
between OCONUS locations: applies to a Commander who is responsible for filling requisitions and processing<br />
appointments to an OCONUS area, or for assigning an employee to an OCONUS PDS. This <strong>of</strong>ficial may redelegate<br />
authority to issue a PDT authorization/order. The gaining activity is responsible for travel authorization/<br />
order issuance but may request <strong>the</strong> losing activity to issue <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order.<br />
X 3/<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X 3/<br />
X<br />
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DEPARTMENT OF <strong>THE</strong> NAVY<br />
“X” indicates travel authorization/order issuance delegation<br />
TDY Travel<br />
PDT 3/ Invitational<br />
Authorizing and Approving Official<br />
5/<br />
Travel 1/, 2/<br />
OCONUS<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Including First<br />
Trip And Involving Duty Station<br />
Blanket Employment Travel Within<br />
1/, 2/, 4/ Agreements CONUS<br />
Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy X X X X<br />
Under Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy X X X X<br />
Deputy Under Secretary for Manpower X X X X<br />
Assistant Secretaries <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy X X X X<br />
Special Assistant to <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy<br />
Commandant, Assistant Commandant, and<br />
X X X X<br />
Director, Marine Corps Staff<br />
Chief, Deputy Chief, Vice Chief, and Assistant<br />
Chief <strong>of</strong> Bureaus and <strong>Office</strong>s and <strong>the</strong> Head <strong>of</strong><br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
an <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy Department<br />
Auditor <strong>General</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy and Director,<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Naval Audit Service<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Director, each Naval Audit Service Regions<br />
Representative <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Deputy<br />
Assistant Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy (Civilian<br />
X<br />
Personnel/Equal Employment Opportunity)<br />
Commander and Vice Commander <strong>of</strong> Naval<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Systems Command Headquarters<br />
Commander, Deputy Commander and Chief <strong>of</strong><br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Staff, Military Sealift Command<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Director, Defense Printing Service X X X<br />
Director, Naval Training Aids Center<br />
Executive Assistant to <strong>the</strong> Commander and<br />
Administrative <strong>Office</strong>r, Naval Facilities<br />
X<br />
Engineering Command Headquarters<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Chairman, Armed Services Board <strong>of</strong> Contract<br />
Appeals<br />
Commanding <strong>Office</strong>r/Executive <strong>Office</strong>r and<br />
Head <strong>of</strong> an Activity <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
X X X<br />
Navy<br />
Director, Assistant Director, and Recruiting<br />
Representative <strong>of</strong> OCONUS and Return<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Placement Staff<br />
Director <strong>of</strong> Civilian Personnel and Industrial<br />
X<br />
Relations <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Industrial Relations <strong>Office</strong>r and <strong>the</strong> Director <strong>of</strong><br />
Industrial Relations Divisions in all MSC<br />
Commands and each Military Sealift Command<br />
X<br />
X<br />
Recruiting Representative<br />
Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent <strong>of</strong><br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
X<br />
<strong>the</strong> Dependents Schooling <strong>Office</strong>, Atlantic<br />
Deputy Assistant Director for Career Services,<br />
X<br />
Naval Investigative Service Headquarters<br />
X<br />
X<br />
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1/ Issuance is subject to OPNAVINST 4650.11(series) concerning an <strong>of</strong>ficial visit to a military installation and to<br />
OPNAVINST 5510.1(series), Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Navy Security Program Regulation, Chapter 16 for duty involving<br />
access to classified material.<br />
2/ An <strong>of</strong>ficial authorized to issue a TDY travel authorization/order and/or an ITA may delegate in writing to a<br />
subordinate <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>the</strong> authority to sign such an authorization/order “by direction.” Authority for authorizing<br />
spouse travel rests at <strong>the</strong> 4-Star level (may be re-delegated to <strong>the</strong> Major Command Chief <strong>of</strong> Staff or equivalent<br />
senior level <strong>of</strong>ficial only).<br />
3/ An <strong>of</strong>ficial authorized to issue a service agreement or PDT authorization/order may not re-delegate this authority.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> absence <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> designated <strong>of</strong>ficial, an <strong>of</strong>ficial “acting” is authorized to sign <strong>the</strong> service agreement or travel<br />
authorization/order as “acting.”<br />
4/ Prior approval <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Echelon I Command is required for any TDY assignment <strong>of</strong> more than 12 months.<br />
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DEPARTMENT OF <strong>THE</strong> AIR FORCE<br />
“X” indicates travel authorization/order issuance delegation<br />
Authorizing and Approving Official TDY Travel PDT Invitational<br />
1/9/<br />
Travel 9/<br />
Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Air Force X 3/ X 6/ X<br />
Chief <strong>of</strong> Staff, U.S. Air Force X 4/ X 6/ X<br />
Commander, Major Air Command/FOA/DRU X 5/ X 6/ X<br />
Commander, Intermediate Echelon X 2/, 5/ X 6/ X 7/<br />
Commander, Activity, Wing, Group, or Squadron X 2/, 5/ X 6/ X 7/<br />
Commander, North American Air Defense Command X X 6/ X<br />
National Guard Adjutants <strong>General</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> respective State X 8/ X 8/ X<br />
1/ Issuance is subject to advance notification and clearance requirements in <strong>the</strong> restrictions in AFI 31-501.<br />
2/ Prior authorization by <strong>the</strong> major air command concerned is required for TDY assignments in excess <strong>of</strong> 179 days.<br />
Authority may be re-delegated to lower echelons if desired.<br />
3/ Prior authorization by <strong>the</strong> Administrative Assistant to <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Air Force is required to issue a blanket<br />
TDY travel authorization for an employee <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Air Force. NOTE: A blanket travel<br />
authorization is not used in DTS.<br />
4/ Prior authorization by AF/DALB is required to issue a blanket TDY travel authorization for a Headquarters, U.S.<br />
Air Force civilian employee. NOTE: A blanket travel authorization/order is not used in DTS.<br />
5/ Prior authorization by <strong>the</strong> major command concerned is required to issue a blanket TDY travel authorization/<br />
order. However, authority may be re-delegated to lower echelons if desired. Authorization may be for a specific<br />
project or period <strong>of</strong> time, or without limitation (o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> fiscal year) when justified. NOTE: A blanket travel<br />
authorization/order is not used in DTS.<br />
6/ Responsibility for PCS travel authorization/order issuance belongs to a commander who has received delegated<br />
authority to fill positions, a commander who is responsible for filling requisition and processing appointments<br />
OCONUS, <strong>the</strong> commander <strong>of</strong> an activity in which one individual is employed, or <strong>the</strong> commander <strong>of</strong> a gaining<br />
activity, as appropriate, with regard to <strong>the</strong> PCS travel type involved.<br />
7/ When delegated by <strong>the</strong> responsible major air command.<br />
8/ Authority for travel authorization/order issuance o<strong>the</strong>r than for invitational travel applies only to Air Force<br />
National Guard civilian technicians.<br />
9/ An <strong>of</strong>ficial authorized to issue a TDY travel authorization/order and/or an ITA may delegate in writing to a<br />
subordinate <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>the</strong> authority to sign such authorization/order “by direction.” Authority for authorizing spouse<br />
travel rests at <strong>the</strong> 4-Star level (may be re-delegated to <strong>the</strong> Major Command Chief <strong>of</strong> Staff or equivalent senior level<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial only).<br />
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A. Authorization/Order in Writing (FTR §301-71.107)<br />
PART II: GENERAL CONDITIONS<br />
Appendix I2<br />
1. Policy.<br />
A travel authorization/order must be written or electronic (see par. G) and establish <strong>the</strong> conditions<br />
under which <strong>of</strong>ficial travel and transportation is authorized at GOV’T expense. It should be issued before travel<br />
begins unless an urgent/unusual situation prevents prior issuance.<br />
2.<br />
Purposes (FTR §301-71.100). The purposes <strong>of</strong> a travel authorization/order are to:<br />
a. Provide <strong>the</strong> traveler information regarding what expenses may be paid;<br />
b. Provide CTOs and travel service vendors with necessary documentation for travel programs use;<br />
c. Provide necessary financial information for budgetary planning; and<br />
d. Identify <strong>the</strong> travel purpose.<br />
3. Prohibition. A travel authorization/order must not be issued for reporting to <strong>the</strong> first PDS for duty except as<br />
in Ch 4, or for a pre-employment interview/examination except as in Ch 7, Part D.<br />
4. Exceptions<br />
a. When travel is performed within <strong>the</strong> limits or immediate vicinity <strong>of</strong> a PDS, if deemed appropriate for<br />
fund approval purposes, an AO’s authorization may be:<br />
(1) Oral,<br />
(2) By letter/message, or<br />
(3) By travel authorization/order.<br />
b. A travel authorization/order is not necessary when it is known that <strong>the</strong> travel claim involves only<br />
commercial transportation or POC mileage reimbursement.<br />
c. If a travel authorization/order is not issued, approval on a claim voucher should suffice for<br />
reimbursement purposes.<br />
5. Sea Trial Travel Authorization/Order<br />
a. Instead <strong>of</strong> an individual travel authorization/order, a travel authorization/order may be issued for<br />
employees participating in sea trial trips when <strong>the</strong> only per diem involved is <strong>the</strong> per diem payable while <strong>the</strong><br />
employees are aboard <strong>the</strong> Government ship.<br />
b. The written travel authorization/order must show:<br />
(1) The per diem authorization,<br />
(2) <strong>the</strong> per diem rate,<br />
(3) duty dates,<br />
(4) accounting data, and<br />
(5) <strong>the</strong> names <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> employees assigned to <strong>the</strong> particular sea trial trip.<br />
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c. A copy <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order must be given to each employee concerned.<br />
B. Confirmatory Travel Authorization/Order<br />
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1. If <strong>of</strong>ficial travel begins or is performed before a written travel authorization/order is issued, <strong>the</strong> travel must<br />
be pursuant to proper oral, letter, or message authority.<br />
2. A confirmatory travel authorization/order must:<br />
a. Be issued as promptly as possible.<br />
b. Include appropriate statements regarding <strong>the</strong> prior authorization and justification for any unusual<br />
issuance delay, and<br />
c. Be initiated by <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial who directed <strong>the</strong> travel.<br />
C. Blanket Travel Authorization/Order. A blanket TDY travel authorization/order may be issued only in<br />
exceptional circumstances and when necessary to meet mission requirements. A blanket travel authorization/order,<br />
1. Is limited to use within a stated geographical area, and<br />
2. Is limited to a time period within a fiscal year, and<br />
3. Must not be issued merely to authorize a specific number <strong>of</strong> trips to or between stated places or to enable<br />
variations in itinerary, and<br />
4. Can only authorize economy-class travel. If travel in premium-class accommodations becomes necessary<br />
for a specific trip, an amendment to <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order for each such trip must be issued.<br />
Expense items requiring specific approval under <strong>the</strong>se regulations also require specific approval. NOTE:<br />
A blanket<br />
travel authorization/order is not used in DTS.<br />
D.<br />
Travel Authorization/Order Amendment<br />
1. Policy. An issued travel authorization/order may be changed or corrected (within certain limits) by issuing<br />
an amendment. An amendment may be issued before or after completion <strong>of</strong> travel to:<br />
a. Recognize an essential aspect <strong>of</strong> travel not known in advance,<br />
b. Change <strong>the</strong> period or place <strong>of</strong> TDY assignment,<br />
c. Include omitted pertinent information,<br />
d. Change allowances for unperformed travel or duty, and/or<br />
e. Correct erroneous information or clerical errors that do not affect reimbursement retroactively.<br />
2. Authorization, Approval and Retroactive Modification<br />
a. Allowances may be:<br />
(1) Authorized only in advance <strong>of</strong> travel in some instances and/or<br />
(2) Approved after travel is completed<br />
b. See APP A for definitions <strong>of</strong> “authorize” and “approve”.<br />
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c. Approval after <strong>the</strong> fact, when permitted, does NOT constitute 'retroactive modification' <strong>of</strong> a travel<br />
authorization/order to create, change, or deny an allowance.<br />
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d. Except to correct/complete a travel authorization/order to show <strong>the</strong> original intent, a travel authorization/<br />
order must not be revoked/modified retroactively to create or deny an allowance (24 Comp. Gen. 439<br />
(1944)). (Ex: It would be improper to amend a travel authorization/order to 'un-authorize' POC travel<br />
after travel had been completed that <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order had clearly permitted POC use.)<br />
e. See pars. C4554-A and C4554-B regarding <strong>the</strong> effect <strong>of</strong> deductible meals on per diem rates.<br />
3. Amendment Effective Date<br />
a. The amendment effective date is <strong>the</strong> issuance date unless a later date is specified.<br />
b. The amendment may indicate retroactive effect under <strong>the</strong> conditions in par. D1.<br />
c. An amendment authorizing a change in per diem or mileage rate and reimbursement basis applies only<br />
to unperformed travel on and after <strong>the</strong> effective date.<br />
d. An amendment changing allowance amounts should be made effective on a date that an employee<br />
reasonably may be expected to receive <strong>the</strong> amendment or advance notification <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> effective date should<br />
be furnished <strong>the</strong> employee concerned.<br />
4. How to Amend a Travel Authorization/Order<br />
a. <strong>General</strong>. A travel authorization/order is amended by issuing an appropriate document citing <strong>the</strong> original<br />
travel authorization/order by number, and stating <strong>the</strong> pertinent changes, additions or deletions, and effective<br />
date(s).<br />
b. Responsible Official. The AO directing an employee’s travel is responsible for amending a travel<br />
authorization/order. Before issuing a travel authorization/order amendment involving additional funds<br />
expenditure, authorization is required from <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial whose funds are affected. Any <strong>of</strong>ficial with<br />
delegated authority to issue a travel authorization/order (see APP I, Part 1, par. A) may issue a permitted<br />
amendment.<br />
E. Rescinding a Travel Authorization/Order<br />
*1. An authorization/order may:<br />
*a. Not be rescinded if an employee has traveled or incurred expenses that must be reimbursed under an<br />
issued travel authorization/order (GSBCA 15647-RELO, 20 September 2001); and<br />
b. Be rescinded when it applies to unperformed authorized travel.<br />
*2. Incurred expenses/services, initiated by <strong>the</strong> employee based on an anticipated travel authorization/order, are<br />
not reimbursable. See JTR, par. C1050 and CBCA 1370-RELO, 22 January 2009.<br />
F. Numbering Travel Authorization/Order. Strict administrative control must be maintained over travel<br />
authorization/order issuance. Each authorized issuing <strong>of</strong>fice must assign an identifying number or symbol to each<br />
travel authorization/order and cite it as reference in related documents and records when necessary. Authorization/<br />
order identification must be as prescribed in Service regulations.<br />
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G. Authorization (Au<strong>the</strong>ntication) <strong>of</strong> a Travel Authorization/Order (FTR §301-71.3). A travel authorization/order<br />
is “authorized” or “au<strong>the</strong>nticated” by affixing <strong>the</strong> AO’s seal or signature. Authorization (au<strong>the</strong>ntication) may be by<br />
written signature with printed name and title, by facsimile signature with printed name and title, by electronic<br />
signature with printed name and title if <strong>the</strong> security and privacy requirements established by <strong>the</strong> National Institute <strong>of</strong><br />
Standards and Technology (NIST) for electronic data interchange are met, or by seal.<br />
H. Distribution. The required number <strong>of</strong> copies <strong>of</strong> a travel authorization/order for distribution depends on <strong>the</strong><br />
circumstances and <strong>the</strong> Service organization concerned. In addition to <strong>the</strong> original and copies that a traveler may be<br />
required to submit with a travel claim (see financial management regulations), <strong>the</strong> traveler must be furnished<br />
sufficient copies to support:<br />
1. Issuance <strong>of</strong> Government-procured transportation;<br />
2. Travel advances;<br />
3. HHG transportation and/or storage;<br />
4. Transportation <strong>of</strong> unaccompanied dependents;<br />
5. Transportation by Military Sealift Command (5 copies);<br />
6. Transportation by Air Mobility Command (3 copies);<br />
7. Immunization, passport, visa, and green cards. See APP G.; and<br />
8. Administrative requirements, including for a record in <strong>the</strong> employee’s personnel folder, for OCONUS PCS<br />
travel.<br />
I. Unused Travel Authorization/Order.<br />
An unused travel authorization/order must be returned promptly to <strong>the</strong> AO<br />
with an appropriate explanation. That <strong>of</strong>ficial must have <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order canceled and a copy <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
cancellation furnished to appropriate <strong>of</strong>ficials as required by Service directives.<br />
J. Statements Required on Travel Authorizations. A travel authorization that does not have a box to check for a<br />
particular allowance must include a statement authorizing <strong>the</strong> allowance (Ex., DTR 4500.9-R, Part 1, Chapter 106,<br />
par. B indicates that a statement authorizing commercial vehicle rental must be contained in <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/<br />
order to expedite processing at rental location).<br />
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A. Form <strong>of</strong> Request. Use <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order forms prescribed in APP I, Part 4, par. A (TDY) and APP I,<br />
Part 4, par. B (PCS).<br />
B. Information Required (FTR §301-71.103)<br />
1. <strong>General</strong> Information. The following information must be included on each travel authorization/order.<br />
NOTE: See par. C2000-A2 if premium-class accommodations are authorized.<br />
a. Employee’s name;<br />
b. AO’s signature (digital in DTS);<br />
c. Travel purpose (see APP H);<br />
d. Travel authorization conditions or limitations;<br />
e. Costs (for an open authorization/order, include a travel cost estimate over <strong>the</strong> period covered) estimate;<br />
f. A statement that <strong>the</strong> employee is authorized to travel;<br />
g. The following statement: “The Travel and Transportation Reform Act (TTRA) <strong>of</strong> 1998 stipulates that<br />
<strong>the</strong> GTCC must be used by all U.S. GOV’T personnel (civilian and military) to pay for costs incident to<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial business travel unless specifically exempted by authority <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Administrator <strong>of</strong> <strong>General</strong> Services<br />
or <strong>the</strong> head <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> agency.”(DODFMR, Vol. 9, paragraph 030301.B.1); See<br />
http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/.;<br />
h. A statement indicating whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> traveler is/is not a GTCC IBA holder (DODFMR, Vol. 9, paragraph<br />
030301.B.2) See http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/;<br />
i. If <strong>the</strong> traveler is a GTCC IBA holder, a statement indicating whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong> traveler is exempt from<br />
<strong>the</strong> TTRA mandatory use provision. This statement also authorizes alternative payment methods.<br />
(DODFMR, Vol. 9, paragraph 030301.B.3) See http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/.;<br />
j. A statement indicating that a GTCC holder should obtain necessary cash (and <strong>the</strong> amount), as<br />
authorized, through ATMs ra<strong>the</strong>r than obtaining cash advances from a DOD disbursing <strong>of</strong>ficer (DODFMR,<br />
Vol. 9, paragraph 030301.B.4) See http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/.;<br />
k. A statement indicating that CTO/TMC use to arrange <strong>of</strong>ficial travel is mandatory, or a statement in<br />
detail as to exactly why a CTO/TMC is not available, or o<strong>the</strong>rwise is not being used. NOTE: Virtually all<br />
DOD components have contractual arrangements with CTOs/TMCs requiring that all <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
transportation (common carrier, special conveyance, etc.) be arranged through <strong>the</strong> CTO/TMC if <strong>the</strong><br />
CTO/TMC can provide <strong>the</strong> required <strong>of</strong>ficial transportation arrangements.;<br />
l. A statement indicating that available GSA contract city-pair airfare connecting an <strong>of</strong>ficial-travel origin<br />
and an <strong>of</strong>ficial travel destination should be used unless one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 5 reasons in APP P, Part 1, par. A6 exists.<br />
The travel authorization/order must include a detailed explanation why <strong>the</strong> contract city-pair airfare was not<br />
used if one <strong>of</strong> reasons applies. .For example, “Space on a scheduled contract flight is not available in time<br />
to accomplish <strong>the</strong> travel purpose, or contract service use would require <strong>the</strong> traveler to incur unnecessary<br />
overnight lodging costs that would increase <strong>the</strong> total trip cost.”); and<br />
m. A statement indicating whe<strong>the</strong>r transportation tickets are purchased using a GTCC CBA or a GTCC<br />
IBA. This statement is only to alert voucher examiners to instances in which a CBA ordinarily is used to<br />
purchase transportation and <strong>the</strong> transportation cost shows up as a reimbursable expense so that appropriate<br />
questions may be asked and duplicate payments avoided.<br />
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2. Specific Authorization or Approval. (FTR §301-71.105) The following travel arrangements require specific<br />
prior authorization:<br />
a. Use <strong>of</strong> premium-class service on common carrier transportation (par. C2204-B);<br />
b. Use <strong>of</strong> a foreign air carrier (par. C2204-C);<br />
c.. Use <strong>of</strong> extra-fare train service (par. C2208);<br />
d. Travel costs estimate (for blanket travel authorizations it should include an estimate for <strong>the</strong> period<br />
covered);<br />
e. A statement that <strong>the</strong> employee(s) is (are) authorized to travel; and<br />
f. If permitted, a statement that return travel to <strong>the</strong> PDS during extended TDY is authorized at GOV’T<br />
expense must be included in <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order, or on <strong>the</strong> travel voucher or by travel<br />
authorization/order amendment, if approved after <strong>the</strong> travel has been performed. This travel is an<br />
exception to <strong>the</strong> policy <strong>of</strong> scheduling travel during regular hours <strong>of</strong> duty. Accordingly, <strong>the</strong> authorized<br />
return should be performed outside <strong>the</strong> employee's regular duty hours or during authorized leave periods.<br />
3. Advance Arrangements. The following travel arrangements require a written or electronic advance<br />
authorization/order:<br />
a. Reimbursement limitations for travel by an unauthorized transportation mode or route must be stated on<br />
<strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order under which a dependent travels;<br />
b. Reduced per diem rate payment (par. C4550);<br />
c. Acceptance <strong>of</strong> payment from a non-Federal source for travel expenses (see <strong>the</strong> Joint Ethics Regulation<br />
(JER), DOD 5500.7-R, at<br />
http://www.defenselink.mil/dodgc/defense_ethics/ethics_regulation/index.html); and<br />
d. Travel expenses related to conference attendance (APP R).<br />
C. Blanket TDY Travel. A blanket TDY travel authorization/order must include <strong>the</strong> same basic information as in<br />
<strong>the</strong> REQUEST AND AUTHORIZATION FOR TDY <strong>TRAVEL</strong> OF DOD PERSONNEL (DD Form 1610), plus<br />
statements:<br />
1. That <strong>the</strong> travel type is “blanket TDY travel”;<br />
2. That <strong>the</strong> employee must proceed at such times, to such places, and at such frequency as may be necessary;<br />
3. Of <strong>the</strong> general geographic area limitations;<br />
4. Of a specific period <strong>of</strong> time within a fiscal year;<br />
5. Of <strong>the</strong> reason(s) for this type <strong>of</strong> travel;<br />
6. Designating <strong>the</strong> traveler as an acting transportation <strong>of</strong>ficer, if applicable;<br />
7. Authorizing special conveyance use with reimbursement allowed when approved on claim vouchers as being<br />
to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s advantageous, if appropriate;<br />
8. Authorizing excess accompanied baggage, if necessary; and<br />
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9. Of o<strong>the</strong>r conditions, limitations, and instructions, as appropriate.<br />
NOTE 1: A blanket travel authorization/order is not used in DTS.<br />
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NOTE 2: A blanket travel authorization/order must never authorize premium-class travel. If travel in premiumclass<br />
accommodations becomes necessary for specific trips, an amendment to <strong>the</strong> authorization/order for each<br />
such trip must be issued.<br />
D. Consultant and Expert TDY Travel. An ITA is used for authorizing travel and transportation allowances for a<br />
consultant or expert intermittently employed (for 130 or fewer days in any continuous 365 day period) by <strong>the</strong><br />
GOV’T (under 5 USC §5703) and paid on a daily-WAE basis or serving without pay or at $1 a year (see par. C4975<br />
and APP E, Parts I and II). A consultant or expert employed for more than 130 days is a temporary employee. The<br />
rules and forms prescribed in this regulation for regular employees apply to temporary employees. NOTE: This use<br />
<strong>of</strong> ITAs does not apply to contractors.<br />
E. PCS Travel<br />
1. <strong>General</strong>. A travel authorization/order must state specific allowances and procedures <strong>the</strong> employee is<br />
authorized to follow (FTR §302-2.104). A PCS travel authorization/order must contain <strong>the</strong> same basic<br />
information prescribed in APP I, Part 4, par. B, plus a statement:<br />
a. In all cases:<br />
(1) Naming <strong>the</strong> old and new PDSs and <strong>the</strong>ir locations;<br />
(2) The reporting date at <strong>the</strong> new PDS; and<br />
b. If applicable:<br />
(1) The name and relationship <strong>of</strong> each eligible dependent (and children’s birth dates) who is<br />
authorized travel;<br />
(2) That dependents are accompanying <strong>the</strong> employee or traveling separately, and if so when, and by<br />
what transportation mode, if known, and <strong>of</strong> dependents’ travel origin(s) and/or destination point(s)<br />
(when different from <strong>the</strong> employee’s);<br />
(3) That excess accompanied baggage transportation costs may be approved only after PCS travel.<br />
See par. C2302. A statement should be added to advise travelers that <strong>the</strong>y should be financially<br />
prepared to pay for excess accompanied baggage charges. See par. C4720-A11.;<br />
(4) Of <strong>the</strong> maximum HHG weight <strong>the</strong> employee may transport including:<br />
(a) SIT authority;<br />
(b) HHG shipment origin and/or destination points (when different from <strong>the</strong> employee's);<br />
(c) The transportation method (commuted rate, or GOV’T-arranged (or actual expense NTE <strong>the</strong><br />
GOV’T-arranged cost)); and<br />
(d) (For GOV’T-arranged moves) How <strong>the</strong> employee intends to fulfill <strong>the</strong> personal financial<br />
responsibility for charges not allowed at GOV’T expense (e.g., borne by, or collected from, <strong>the</strong><br />
employee);<br />
(5) That mobile home transportation is in lieu <strong>of</strong> HHG transportation, and <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> authorized basis for<br />
reimbursement and <strong>the</strong> origin and destination points;<br />
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(6) Transfer from ano<strong>the</strong>r agency without a break in service following return for separation after<br />
satisfactorily completing an overseas tour <strong>of</strong> duty.<br />
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(7) Agencies have <strong>the</strong> discretion to authorize Relocation Services due to hardship situations only if<br />
supported by agency policy and documented on <strong>the</strong> initial PCS travel authorization/order. If<br />
Relocation Services is contingent, <strong>the</strong> block must be checked on <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order with<br />
reference to <strong>the</strong> remarks section. In <strong>the</strong> remarks section <strong>the</strong> source and limitations should be stated.<br />
For example: “IAW (Command) (date) memo, Payment <strong>of</strong> PCS and Relocation Costs, employee<br />
authorized relocation services IF <strong>the</strong> employee is unable to sell <strong>the</strong> home within 180 days and proves<br />
to <strong>the</strong> AO that <strong>the</strong> employee aggressively marketed <strong>the</strong> house.”<br />
Conditions and instructions that obviously are applicable only for TDY travel, including security clearance, should<br />
be omitted.<br />
2. CONUS PCS Travel. A travel authorization/order for a CONUS-to-CONUS PCS must contain <strong>the</strong> same<br />
information as in par. E1, plus a statement:<br />
a. That <strong>the</strong> travel type is “PCS travel,” and<br />
b If applicable:<br />
(1) That a service agreement has been signed. See par. C5550;<br />
(2) Authorizing <strong>the</strong> employee and/or spouse one round trip to seek a permanent residence, <strong>the</strong><br />
transportation mode, type <strong>of</strong> reimbursement and <strong>the</strong> maximum time allowed for <strong>the</strong> trip;<br />
*(3) If applicable, authorizing TQSE for <strong>the</strong> employee and/or dependent incident to temporary QTRS<br />
occupancy, TQSE type (actual expense or fixed) and <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> days authorized (subject to <strong>the</strong><br />
maximums) NOTE: Order preparers must not reduce <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> TQSE(AE) days on an<br />
authorization/order to accommodate <strong>the</strong> anticipated 10-day HHT. The number <strong>of</strong> TQSE(AE) days<br />
are reduced by <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> HHT days used/authorized when <strong>the</strong> voucher is computed (e.g., if 60<br />
days TQSE(AE) and 10 days HHT are authorized and used, 10 days <strong>of</strong> HHT but only 50 days TQSE<br />
is reimbursed);<br />
(4) Authorizing HHG NTS incident to a transfer or appointment to an isolated CONUS PDS;<br />
(5) Authorizing real estate and unexpired lease expenses;<br />
(6) Authorizing special conveyance use for PCS travel;<br />
(7) That transportation <strong>of</strong> POV(s) within CONUS is authorized (only after <strong>the</strong> mandatory cost<br />
comparison showing a financial savings to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T has been completed) as being to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s<br />
advantage;<br />
(8) Authorizing Relocation Services and which ones (e.g., home sale, home marketing assistance,<br />
home finding assistance);<br />
(9) That a home marketing incentive payment is authorized if earned IAW Ch 5, Part Q;<br />
(10). That a reduction in force or function transfer is due to base closure if such is <strong>the</strong> case; and<br />
(11) The conditions in par. C2159-C1 for using more than 2 POCs are authorized/approved by travel<br />
authorization/order amendment after <strong>the</strong> fact.<br />
3. First Duty Station for an Appointee. A travel authorization/order to <strong>the</strong> first PDS for an appointee must<br />
contain <strong>the</strong> same basic information prescribed in par. E1, plus a statement:<br />
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a. That <strong>the</strong> travel type is "travel to first duty station (5 USC §5723)”;<br />
b. Of <strong>the</strong> date <strong>the</strong> required service agreement is signed;<br />
c. Of <strong>the</strong> actual residence;<br />
d. Of <strong>the</strong> position title and grade to which appointed;<br />
e. If transportation <strong>of</strong> POV(s) within CONUS is authorized (only after <strong>the</strong> mandatory cost comparison<br />
showing a financial savings to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T has been completed) as being to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s financial<br />
advantage; and<br />
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f. That <strong>the</strong> conditions in par. C2159-C1 for using more than 2 POCs are authorized, or approved by travel<br />
authorization/order amendment after <strong>the</strong> fact.<br />
4. OCONUS Permanent Duty Travel<br />
a. <strong>General</strong>. A travel authorization/order for OCONUS PDT must contain <strong>the</strong> same basic information<br />
prescribed in par. E1, plus a statement:<br />
(1) That <strong>the</strong> travel type is "PDT" and <strong>the</strong> purpose (as appropriate) is reassignment between two PDSs,<br />
initial appointment to an OCONUS PDS, round trip RAT, separation, or advance return travel (see par.<br />
C5000);<br />
(2) Of <strong>the</strong> actual residence, as appropriate;<br />
(3) Of <strong>the</strong> date <strong>the</strong> required service agreement is signed ICW assignment at an OCONUS PDS;<br />
(4) Of <strong>the</strong> duration in days if delay or leave en route is authorized (delay or leave en route may be<br />
restricted ICW <strong>the</strong> initial OCONUS assignment or separation travel);<br />
(5) Of transportation modes (see APP I4, par. B) (circuitous route travel for personal reasons may not<br />
be authorized at GOV’T expense, see pars. C2000 and C2206);<br />
(6) For POC travel, that POC travel is to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s advantage, or <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> reimbursement limitation<br />
IAW par. C2159;<br />
(7) Prohibiting <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> commercial transportation modes when travel reservations are made by<br />
GOV’T transportation facilities (see par. C2206);<br />
(8) Of <strong>the</strong> maximum HHG weight <strong>the</strong> employee may transport and/or store; and<br />
(a) Any weight limitation imposed by <strong>the</strong> OCONUS command;<br />
(b) The weight allowance for consumables if authorized (par. C5154-D and APP F);<br />
(c) The employee is financially responsible for, and subject to collection <strong>of</strong>, any charges not<br />
allowed if <strong>the</strong> shipment is a GOV’T-arranged move; and<br />
(d) If assignment is to an OCONUS PDS, whe<strong>the</strong>r concurrent, delayed, or partial shipment is<br />
authorized;<br />
(9) That concurrent movement <strong>of</strong> dependents and/or HHG to an OCONUS PDS is prohibited by<br />
command authority, if appropriate;<br />
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(10) Of an alternate travel origin or destination point allowable within <strong>the</strong> JTR, if applicable, including<br />
<strong>the</strong> actual residence or PDS location, as appropriate, and that <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s travel and transportation<br />
cost is limited to <strong>the</strong> cost by authorized modes(s) and usual route between duty stations or actual<br />
residence and <strong>the</strong> OCONUS PDS, as appropriate;<br />
(11) Whe<strong>the</strong>r or not a POV shipment is authorized;<br />
(12) If ocean-going car ferries are authorized (see par. C2166);<br />
*(13) If applicable, authorizing TQSE for <strong>the</strong> employee and/or dependents incident to temporary<br />
QTRS occupancy, TQSE type (actual expense or fixed), and number <strong>of</strong> days authorized (subject to <strong>the</strong><br />
maximums); NOTE: Order preparers must not reduce <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> TQSE(AE) days on an<br />
authorization/order to accommodate <strong>the</strong> anticipated 10-day HHT. The number <strong>of</strong> TQSE(AE) days<br />
are reduced by <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> HHT days used/authorized when <strong>the</strong> voucher is computed (e.g., if 60<br />
days TQSE(AE) and 10 days HHT are authorized and used, 10 days <strong>of</strong> HHT but only 50 days TQSE<br />
is reimbursed);<br />
(14) If property management services are authorized; and<br />
(15) If TQSA and/or FTASE are/is authorized.<br />
b. RAT Conditions. For OCONUS RAT, <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order also must include a statement:<br />
(1) Authorizing travel from <strong>the</strong> OCONUS PDS to <strong>the</strong> actual residence (or specified alternate location)<br />
and return to <strong>the</strong> OCONUS PDS;<br />
(2) Of <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> leave days granted;<br />
(3) That "This employee has completed <strong>the</strong> minimum period <strong>of</strong> service for this command and has<br />
signed a new eligibility renewal agreement on (date)”;<br />
(4) Of <strong>the</strong> appropriate citations and information for cost application purposes if return is to a different<br />
OCONUS PDS in <strong>the</strong> same Department that requires different accounting classification citations;<br />
(5) Of <strong>the</strong> reporting date for duty at <strong>the</strong> OCONUS PDS following authorized absence;<br />
(6) Of accompanied baggage weight limits;<br />
(7) Authorizing up to 90 days HHG temporary storage if allowed in par. C5190;<br />
(8) Of specific instructions about where, when, and how to submit passports and requests for revalidation,<br />
renewal, or visas; and<br />
(9) Of instructions about arranging for port notification for return travel purposes and when and where<br />
<strong>the</strong> traveler must be available for receiving a port call.<br />
1. Events Requiring a Travel Authorization/Order. A separate travel authorization/order is required to:<br />
a. Assign <strong>the</strong> employee from <strong>the</strong> PDS to a TCS location;<br />
b. Return <strong>the</strong> employee from <strong>the</strong> TCS location to <strong>the</strong> PDS; or if <strong>the</strong> TCS location becomes <strong>the</strong> employee’s<br />
new PDS:<br />
c. Assign <strong>the</strong> TCS location as <strong>the</strong> new PDS; and<br />
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d. Authorize <strong>the</strong> employee to return to <strong>the</strong> former PDS (par. C5720-B1).<br />
2. Travel Authorization/Order Content. Each travel authorization/order must reference any prior TCS travel<br />
authorizations/orders to which it is related. A travel authorization/order must state specific allowances and<br />
procedures <strong>the</strong> employee is authorized to follow (FTR §302-2.104). A TCS travel authorization/order must<br />
contain <strong>the</strong> same basic information prescribed in APP I, Part 4, par. B, plus a statement:<br />
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a. That <strong>the</strong> travel type is "Temporary Change <strong>of</strong> Station (TCS) travel" and <strong>the</strong> purpose (as applicable) is<br />
assignment to <strong>the</strong> TCS location, return from <strong>the</strong> TCS location, changing <strong>the</strong> TCS location to a new PDS, or<br />
return to <strong>the</strong> former PDS when <strong>the</strong> TCS location becomes a PDS;<br />
b. Of <strong>the</strong> PDS(s) and TCS involved and locations;<br />
c. Of <strong>the</strong> TCS/PDS reporting date; and if applicable;<br />
d. Of <strong>the</strong> name and relationship <strong>of</strong> each eligible dependent (and children’s birth dates) who is authorized<br />
travel;<br />
e. That dependents are accompanying <strong>the</strong> employee or are traveling separately, and if so when, and by<br />
what transportation mode, if known and <strong>of</strong> dependents' travel origin(s) and/or destination point(s) (when<br />
different from <strong>the</strong> employee's);<br />
f. That excess accompanied baggage transportation costs may be approved only after TCS travel is<br />
completed). See par. C2302. A statement should be added to advise <strong>the</strong> traveler to be financially prepared<br />
to pay for excess accompanied baggage charges (see par. C4720-A11).;<br />
g. Of <strong>the</strong> maximum HHG weight <strong>the</strong> employee may transport;<br />
(1) Of SIT storage authority;<br />
(2) Of HHG origin and/or destination points (when different from <strong>the</strong> employee's);<br />
(3) Of <strong>the</strong> transportation method (commuted rate, or GOV’T-arranged (or actual expense NTE <strong>the</strong><br />
GOV’T-arranged cost)); and<br />
(4) How <strong>the</strong> employee intends to fulfill financial responsibility for charges not allowed on a GOV’T<br />
arranged move (e.g., borne by, or collected from, <strong>the</strong> employee);<br />
h. Authorizing <strong>the</strong> employee and/or spouse one round trip to seek a permanent residence, <strong>the</strong> transportation<br />
mode, reimbursement type (actual expense or fixed), and <strong>the</strong> maximum time allowed for <strong>the</strong> trip;<br />
i. If TQSE is authorized for <strong>the</strong> employee and/or dependents incident to temporary QTRS occupancy,<br />
TQSE type (actual expense or fixed), and <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> days authorized subject to <strong>the</strong> maximums); and<br />
For OCONUS travel only:<br />
j. Of <strong>the</strong> duration in days if delay or leave en route is authorized (delay or leave en route may be restricted<br />
ICW <strong>the</strong> initial OCONUS assignment or separation travel);<br />
k. Of transportation modes (see par. APP I, Part 4, par. B);<br />
l. Prohibiting commercial transportation use when GOV’T transportation facilities (see par. C2206) make<br />
<strong>the</strong> travel reservations;<br />
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m. Of any HHG limitation imposed by <strong>the</strong> OCONUS PDS and whe<strong>the</strong>r concurrent, delayed, or partial<br />
shipment is authorized;<br />
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n. That concurrent movement <strong>of</strong> dependents and/or HHG to an OCONUS PDS is prohibited by command<br />
authority, if appropriate;<br />
o. Whe<strong>the</strong>r or not POV shipment is authorized; and<br />
p. If property management services are authorized.<br />
Conditions and instructions that obviously are applicable only for TDY travel, including security clearance,<br />
should be omitted.<br />
G. Invitational Travel. An ITA must contain a statement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>:<br />
1. Date that travel is requested or approved;<br />
2. Type <strong>of</strong> Travel -- Indicate as appropriate e.g., “Invitational Travel”; “EVT, JTR, Ch 7, Part M”;<br />
3. Traveler’s name and position title and employer, if applicable;<br />
4. Traveler’s home address;<br />
5. Traveler’s business address (if applicable);<br />
6. Date travel begins;<br />
7. Number <strong>of</strong> assignment days;<br />
8. Assignment purpose;<br />
9. Place travel begins;<br />
10. Assignment place or itinerary;<br />
11. Place travel ends;<br />
12. Transportation modes;<br />
13. Allowances;<br />
14. Conditions, instructions, limitations (see APP I, Part 4, par. A2, item 16 for pertinent statements required to<br />
be included); and<br />
15. Travel approving/directing <strong>of</strong>ficial’s name and accounting citation.<br />
There is a sample ITA format in APP E, Part II. NOTE: An ITA, DD Form 1610, or DD Form 1614 may not<br />
be used to authorize travel and transportation for a contractor or a contractor’s employee to travel in <strong>the</strong><br />
performance <strong>of</strong> a contract. Nei<strong>the</strong>r a contractor nor a contractor’s employee is an employee for <strong>the</strong> purpose<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> JTR.<br />
H. Travel at No Expense to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T. See par. C7200.<br />
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PART IV: <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION/ORDER PREPARATION<br />
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1. <strong>General</strong>. The REQUEST AND AUTHORIZATION FOR TDY <strong>TRAVEL</strong> OF DOD PERSONNEL (DD<br />
Form 1610) is used for all <strong>of</strong>ficial TDY travel, FEML travel, R&R travel, dependent evacuation, and for group<br />
or blanket TDY travel with additional names, authorizations (au<strong>the</strong>ntications), and necessary information on<br />
continuation sheet(s). Information from <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order such as <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial travel days may be<br />
provided to a commercial vendor (i.e., lodging, transportation reservation, vehicle rental agency) to justify <strong>the</strong><br />
use <strong>of</strong> Gov’t-discounted rates. DD Form 1610 is available at <strong>the</strong> following website,<br />
http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/infomgt/forms/eforms/dd1610.pdf<br />
NOTE: DD Form 1610 must not be used for invitational travel or a contractor’s travel.<br />
2. DD Form 1610 Preparation. DD Form 1610 ordinarily is self-explanatory. Special explanatory material for<br />
completing certain items on DD Form 1610 follows:<br />
NOTE: See APP I, Part 3, par. B for specific information required on all travel authorizations.<br />
Item 4. POSITION TITLE AND GRADE/RATING--This information is not required if <strong>the</strong> travelapproving/directing<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial determines that inclusion <strong>of</strong> this information may endanger <strong>the</strong> employee.<br />
Item 6. ORGANIZATIONAL ELEMENT--Enter division, branch, or unit to which traveler is assigned.<br />
Item 8. AUTHORIZATION TYPE--Indicate as appropriate, e.g., TDY, EVT, confirmatory, amendment,<br />
extension, blanket, group.<br />
Item 9. TDY PURPOSE (See APP H)--Insert one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> applicable standardized purpose categories listed in<br />
APP H. This is required.<br />
Item 10.<br />
a. APPROX. NO OF TDY DAYS (Including Travel Time)--Self-explanatory. NOTE: The assignment,<br />
including travel time, may be exceeded by 100 percent or seven days, whichever is less, without requiring<br />
a travel authorization/order amendment.<br />
b. DEPARTURE DATE (yyyy/mm/dd)--Indicate <strong>the</strong> date that <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial travel is expected to begin.<br />
NOTE: Official travel may begin as many as seven days before or seven days after <strong>the</strong> indicated<br />
departure date.<br />
Item 11. ITINERARY--Indicate all locations from/to which travel is authorized and <strong>the</strong> "return to" location.<br />
If <strong>the</strong> traveler may need to alter <strong>the</strong> prescribed itinerary to accomplish <strong>the</strong> mission assignment, indicate by<br />
marking an "X" in <strong>the</strong> block preceding "Variation Authorized". See par. C4425. NOTE: This box should<br />
not be marked unless <strong>the</strong> traveler has a high probability <strong>of</strong> needing to change <strong>the</strong> itinerary while traveling.<br />
Item 12. TRANSPORTATION MODE--Indicate in <strong>the</strong> applicable block(s) <strong>the</strong> commercial, Gov’t, and/or<br />
local transportation mode(s) authorized. If <strong>the</strong> transportation <strong>of</strong>ficer determines <strong>the</strong> mode, indicate<br />
accordingly in <strong>the</strong> block provided. If POC travel is authorized whe<strong>the</strong>r or not to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts advantage,<br />
indicate <strong>the</strong> appropriate TDY mileage rate in <strong>the</strong> space provided. Also indicate if <strong>the</strong> POC travel is to <strong>the</strong><br />
Gov’ts advantage or if reimbursement is limited. NOTE: Do not simply check all or most transportation<br />
modes as that creates confusion as to what transportation modes are intended by <strong>the</strong> AO to be used.<br />
Item 13. Per Diem--When per diem under <strong>the</strong> ‘Lodgings-Plus’ method in par. C4553 is authorized, check<br />
block 13a, "PER DIEM AUTHORIZED IAW JTR" and make no fur<strong>the</strong>r entries. When a different per diem<br />
rate is prescribed/ authorized, check block 13b, "O<strong>THE</strong>R RATE OF PER DIEM (Specify)" and enter <strong>the</strong><br />
appropriate rate information. For example:<br />
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a. If <strong>the</strong>re is a reduced per diem rate - check block 13b "O<strong>THE</strong>R RATE OF PER DIEM (Specify)”<br />
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(1) When <strong>the</strong> 55% rate prescribed for a long-term TDY (par. C4561-D) or training assignment (par.<br />
C4530-D1a) applies, and <strong>the</strong> resulting per diem is $48 ($86 x 55%), <strong>the</strong> entry should be “Fixed/flat rate<br />
$48.”<br />
(2) When <strong>the</strong> 55% rate prescribed for a long-term TDY (par. C4561-D) or training assignment (par.<br />
C4530-D1a) would normally apply, but a reduced or higher per diem rate is justified and authorized<br />
instead under pars. C4530-D2, C4561-B, and C4550, <strong>the</strong> entry should reflect <strong>the</strong> actual rate authorized,<br />
for example “Fixed/flat rate $56.”<br />
(3) When anticipated expenses justify a lower per diem rate and a fixed/flat rate <strong>of</strong> $60 is authorized<br />
under par. C4550-B; <strong>the</strong> entry should be “Fixed/flat rate $60.”<br />
Also indicate <strong>the</strong> authority (e.g., memo, letter, etc.) in block 16 from <strong>the</strong> designated <strong>of</strong>fice (based on pars.<br />
C4550-C & C4550-D) for <strong>the</strong> rate shown.<br />
b. If <strong>the</strong>re is a conference lodging allowance rate - check block 13b "O<strong>THE</strong>R RATE OF PER DIEM<br />
(Specify) $200 Total (Conference Lodging Rate $150; M&IE $50)" and indicate authority (e.g., conference<br />
website, flyer, etc.) from <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial sponsoring agency (based on APP R, Part I, par. M).<br />
NOTE: For FEML & R&R, boxes 13a and 13b should be left blank since per diem is not authorized.<br />
If additional space is needed, use <strong>the</strong> "REMARKS" section <strong>of</strong> block 16 or a continuation sheet.<br />
Item 15. ADVANCE AUTHORIZED--Requester leaves blank. This item is for travel or transportation<br />
advances from <strong>the</strong> Gov’t to <strong>the</strong> traveler via EFT, check, or cash. The advance travel funds amount is<br />
computed by <strong>the</strong> appropriate finance/disbursing activity IAW Service finance policy. Authorization for ATM<br />
advances against <strong>the</strong> GTCC (i.e., <strong>the</strong> amount) should be addressed in item 16, REMARKS.<br />
Item 16. REMARKS--This space is for special authorizations, pertinent information or requirements such as<br />
leave, excess accompanied baggage, accommodations, registration fees, etc. The following statement may or<br />
must be use as appropriate to <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
a. Commercial transportation tickets -- "If <strong>the</strong> trip itinerary is canceled or changed after tickets or<br />
transportation requests are issued to <strong>the</strong> traveler, <strong>the</strong> traveler is liable for <strong>the</strong>ir value until all ticket<br />
coupons have been used for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel and/or all unused tickets or coupons are properly accounted<br />
for ICW <strong>the</strong> travel reimbursement voucher." The preceding statement must be incorporated in <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
authorization/order or attached to <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order or to <strong>the</strong> ticket or transportation request<br />
issued to <strong>the</strong> traveler if it is not practicable to include this statement in <strong>the</strong> Remarks section.<br />
b. Excess Accompanied Baggage -- "______ pieces or ______ pounds <strong>of</strong> excess accompanied baggage are<br />
authorized" and include whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong> excess accompanied baggage service must be paid by <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler subject to reimbursement or is authorized per par. C2302.<br />
c. Delay in en route -- Indicate <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> annual leave days authorized if delay en route for personal<br />
reasons is authorized.<br />
d. Premium-class Accommodation Authorization -- Indicate <strong>the</strong> applicable statement when premium-class<br />
accommodation is authorized/approved.<br />
(1) First-class air accommodation -- “The use <strong>of</strong> first-class accommodations is authorized by (insert <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial’s appropriate title, Name, Rank, and <strong>Office</strong> Symbol in (cite <strong>the</strong> memo/letter/message reference<br />
and date (See APP H, Part II, Section B.)). Travel has been justified and approved based on JTR, par.<br />
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(insert JTR par. number). The cost difference between <strong>the</strong> first-class fare and <strong>the</strong> coach-class fare is<br />
($XXX.XX).” See Chapter 2, Part E and APP H, Part II, Section B; or<br />
(2) Business-class air accommodations -- “The use <strong>of</strong> business-class accommodations is authorized by<br />
(insert <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial’s appropriate title, Name, Rank, and <strong>Office</strong> Symbol in (cite <strong>the</strong> memo/letter/message<br />
reference and date (See APP H, Part III, Section A)). Travel has been justified and approved based on<br />
JTR, par. (insert JTR par. number). The cost difference between <strong>the</strong> business-class fare and <strong>the</strong> coachclass<br />
fare is ($XXX.XX).” See Chapter 2, Part E, and APP H, Part II, Section A.<br />
NOTE: Only an <strong>of</strong>ficial, designated IAW par. C2204-B2a, has authorization/approval authority for<br />
first-class accommodations and par. C2204-B2b for business-class accommodations.<br />
e. Special Requirements -- Include instructions if <strong>the</strong> TDY assignment involves special clothing, or o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
conditions apply. NOTE: These instructions are for <strong>the</strong> traveler and do not carry any reimbursement<br />
authority.<br />
f. Accompanied Traveler -- Indicate if <strong>the</strong> traveler accompanies or is accompanied by ano<strong>the</strong>r person in an<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel status in a POC. Provide <strong>the</strong> accompanying person’s name and status (e.g., military, civilian<br />
employee).<br />
(1) Cite par. C7100 or C7105 when traveling as an attendant or escort for a Service member’s<br />
dependents.<br />
(2) Cite par. C7800 when traveling as family member <strong>of</strong> a seriously ill or injured Service member.<br />
g. GTCC -- See DODFMR, Vol. 9 (http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/) when a GTCC is not accepted or<br />
cannot be used. See also par. C1100-B.<br />
h. Registration Fee -- Indicate whe<strong>the</strong>r or not meals (and if so, <strong>the</strong> number and dates) and/or lodgings are<br />
included in <strong>the</strong> registration fee (APP R, Part II, par. M) if a registration fee is authorized.<br />
i. POC Restrictions -- Include any administrative restriction precluding or limiting o<strong>the</strong>r allowable POC<br />
costs or <strong>the</strong> constructed common carrier cost when <strong>the</strong> employee’s POC travel is not to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts<br />
advantage (Chapter 2, Part D).<br />
k. ATM Advance -- Indicate <strong>the</strong> amount authorized for ATM advance against <strong>the</strong> GTCC (par. C1100-A).<br />
l. Transportation Mode -- Indicate <strong>the</strong> reason for nonuse <strong>of</strong> a particular transportation mode that may<br />
o<strong>the</strong>rwise appear to be to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts advantage when <strong>the</strong> AO has determined that an employee should not<br />
travel via a particular transportation mode (ex. travel by air (ocean ferry or Chunnel) is precluded for<br />
medical reasons). This is done to justify travel reimbursement based on <strong>the</strong> transportation mode authorized<br />
on <strong>the</strong> travel authorization, and actually used, instead <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> constructed cost <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> transportation mode<br />
o<strong>the</strong>rwise apparently to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts advantage. See par. C2001-A1. (Ex: Air travel is apparently to <strong>the</strong><br />
Gov’ts advantage but air travel is medically precluded. The authorization/ order should contain a statement<br />
similar to “Air transportation is medically precluded and must not be used for this traveler. Rail<br />
transportation authorized.”)<br />
m. Permissive Travel at No Expense to <strong>the</strong> Gov’t -- Indicate “This travel authorization is issued in <strong>the</strong><br />
DOD’s interest but is voluntary (permissive) in nature. If used, it must result in no travel and/or<br />
transportation-related cost to <strong>the</strong> U.S. Gov’t. The employee is financially responsible for all travel and<br />
transportation expenses.” No accounting information should be placed on <strong>the</strong> travel authorization.<br />
There is no penalty if <strong>the</strong> traveler chooses not to use this travel authorization; however, <strong>the</strong> AO should be<br />
notified without delay that this travel authorization has not been used.<br />
n. Conference Lodging Allowance -- Indicate “Conference lodging allowance NTE 125% (or o<strong>the</strong>r lesser<br />
amount) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> applicable per diem lodging rate for (location) is authorized by (insert <strong>the</strong> authority<br />
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making <strong>the</strong> determination) if a conference lodging allowance (a pre-determined allowance up to 125% <strong>of</strong><br />
applicable locality lodging per diem rate (see APP R, Part I, par. H) is authorized. Insert <strong>the</strong> actual predetermined<br />
allowance in lieu <strong>of</strong> 125% if a lesser amount is authorized.<br />
*o. Communication Services -- Include <strong>the</strong> dollar amount/call for authorized calls home. See APP G.<br />
p. Costs for Expenses not Fully Covered by Non-Federal Source - Indicate if <strong>the</strong> traveler is being<br />
reimbursed for <strong>the</strong> difference between <strong>the</strong> full Gov’t allowances and <strong>the</strong> payment from <strong>the</strong> non-Federal<br />
source if it is determined in advance <strong>of</strong> travel that payment from a non-Federal source (see <strong>the</strong> Joint Ethics<br />
Regulation (JER), DOD 5500.7-R, at<br />
http://www.defenselink.mil/dodgc/defense_ethics/ethics_regulation/index.html) covers some but not all <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> allowable travel and subsistence expenses. See Chapter 4, Part L to determine <strong>the</strong> applicable maximum<br />
allowances.<br />
q. Pet Transportation -- Include <strong>the</strong> following statement on an authorization/order for travel to foreign<br />
locations and back to <strong>the</strong> U.S.<br />
NOTICE (see par. C5400): A traveler transporting exotic pets is required by U.S. law to have a U.S. Fish<br />
and Wildlife Service (FWS) certification before transporting <strong>the</strong> pets to foreign locations or back to <strong>the</strong><br />
U.S. A traveler returning to <strong>the</strong> U.S. with an exotic pet prior to transporting <strong>the</strong> pet, or requiring more<br />
information, should contact <strong>the</strong> FWS at, 1-800-358-2104 or (703) 358-2104. An FWS fact sheet is at,<br />
http://international.fws.gov/pdf/pe.pdf; to get an application for travel with pet birds and o<strong>the</strong>r Convention<br />
on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) listed species, go to: http://forms.fws.gov/3-200-<br />
46.pdf.<br />
r. Fly America Act -- Include <strong>the</strong> endorsement required by par. C2204-C3 when use <strong>of</strong> commercial non-<br />
U.S.-certificated/registered ship(s) or air carrier(s) is authorized. The endorsement on <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
authorization, made IAW Service regulations, should include <strong>the</strong> name <strong>of</strong> traveler, non-U.S.certificated/registered<br />
ship(s) or air carrier(s) used, flight identification no(s), origin, destination and en<br />
route points, date(s), justification, and authorizing <strong>of</strong>ficial's title, organization and signature.<br />
s. Emergency Visitation Travel -- Indicate “EVT transportation authorized for dependent under Chapter 7,<br />
Part M and include <strong>the</strong> dependent’s name(s) if EVT transportation is authorized for dependent traveling<br />
with <strong>the</strong> employee. An ITA is used to authorize EVT transportation for a dependent traveling without<br />
<strong>the</strong> employee.<br />
t. If EVT transportation is authorized for a dependent traveling with an employee, include <strong>the</strong> statement<br />
“EVT transportation authorized for <strong>the</strong> dependent under Chapter 7, Part M.”, and include <strong>the</strong> dependent’s<br />
name. (An ITA is sued to authorize EVT transportation for a dependent traveling without <strong>the</strong> employee.)<br />
Item 17, <strong>TRAVEL</strong>-REQUESTING OFFICIAL (Title and signature) o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial signing in block<br />
20. The travel-requesting <strong>of</strong>ficial must be o<strong>the</strong>r than ei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials signing in blocks 18 and 20 when<br />
a traveler is permitted to be a travel requesting <strong>of</strong>ficial for a personal travel authorization.<br />
Item 18. <strong>TRAVEL</strong>-APPROVING/DIRECTING OFFICIAL (Title and signature) o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
signing in block 17.<br />
Item 19. ACCOUNTING CITATION--Show <strong>the</strong> fiscal data IAW Service regulations and include <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
computation unit (location/address) to which travel vouchers must be forwarded (faxed/mailed). The fundapproving<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial (see APP A) certifying to funds availability signs in <strong>the</strong> lower right corner <strong>of</strong> this block.<br />
Item 20. AO (Title and signature). O<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial signing in block 17, show <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
authorization-issuing organization and address in addition to <strong>the</strong> AO’s title and signature.<br />
Item 22. <strong>TRAVEL</strong> AUTHORIZATION NUMBER -- Show <strong>the</strong> identifying number and/or symbol assigned<br />
by <strong>the</strong> issuing <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />
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NOTE: Actual signatures (items 17, 18, and 19) are not required when <strong>the</strong> signatures are available on<br />
ano<strong>the</strong>r <strong>of</strong>ficial document. The AO (item 20) must keep that ‘o<strong>the</strong>r’ document on file for audit purposes.<br />
While actual signatures are not required in items 17, 18 and 19, <strong>the</strong> responsible <strong>of</strong>ficials’ names and titles<br />
must be legibly indicated in <strong>the</strong> appropriate blocks. The AO’s signature (item 20) may be transmitted<br />
electronically by fax after signature. An electronic signature that meets <strong>the</strong> security and requirements<br />
established by <strong>the</strong> National Institute <strong>of</strong> Standards and Technology (NIST) for electronic data interchange<br />
may be used. This signature can include a digital signature discussed by <strong>the</strong> Comptroller <strong>General</strong> in B-<br />
261647, 26 June 1995, which must be (1) unique to <strong>the</strong> signer, (2) under <strong>the</strong> signer's sole control, (3)<br />
capable <strong>of</strong> being verified, and (4) linked to <strong>the</strong> data in such a manner that if <strong>the</strong> data is changed, <strong>the</strong><br />
signature is invalidated.<br />
3. Distribution. See APP I, Part 2. par. H.<br />
B. Permanent Duty Travel<br />
1. <strong>General</strong>. The REQUEST/AUTHORIZATION FOR DOD CIVILIAN PERMANENT DUTY OR<br />
TEMPORARY CHANGE OF STATION (TCS) <strong>TRAVEL</strong> (DD FORM 1614) is used as a request and<br />
authorization/order for all <strong>of</strong>ficial PCS/TCS travel by an employee and family. See APP I, Part 3, par. F2. DD<br />
Form 1614 is available at <strong>the</strong> following website:<br />
http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/infomgt/forms/eforms/dd1614.pdf.<br />
NOTE 1: DD Form 1614 must not be used for contractor’s travel.<br />
NOTE 2: An employee’s per diem generally stops on <strong>the</strong> date <strong>the</strong> employee receives notice <strong>of</strong> a PCS to a<br />
location at which <strong>the</strong> employee is on TDY. A DOD component must carefully review <strong>the</strong> circumstances <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> employee’s TDY assignment before issuing PCS notification to avoid imposing per diem costs on <strong>the</strong><br />
employee that should be borne by <strong>the</strong> Gov’t. See par. C4113. An employee should be permitted to complete<br />
a TDY assignment, return to <strong>the</strong> PDS from <strong>the</strong> TDY assignment to arrange for residence sale, dependent<br />
and/or HHG transportation, and <strong>the</strong>n perform PCS travel to <strong>the</strong> new PDS to report for duty on <strong>the</strong> PCS<br />
effective date.<br />
2. DD Form 1614 Preparation. DD Form 1614 is ordinarily self-explanatory. Special explanatory material for<br />
completing certain items on DD Form 1614 follows:<br />
NOTE: See APP I, Part 3, par. B for specific information required on all travel authorizations.<br />
Item 6. Retirement Code--Insert <strong>the</strong> employee's applicable retirement code from Block 30 <strong>of</strong> employee's<br />
most current SF-50. If unsure <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> correct retirement code, <strong>the</strong> employee should contact <strong>the</strong> servicing<br />
personnel <strong>of</strong>fice. See OPM website http://www.opm.gov/retire/ for more information on retirement.<br />
Item 7. Releasing Official Station and Location, or Actual Residence--Enter <strong>the</strong> name and location <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
releasing PDS, if a transfer, or <strong>the</strong> address shown on <strong>the</strong> service agreement as <strong>the</strong> actual residence, if first<br />
duty travel.<br />
Item 10. Travel Purpose--O<strong>the</strong>r. When this block is checked, please explain in Item 28, Remarks or O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Authorizations.<br />
Item 13a. House hunting Trip--Round Trip Travel for House hunting--Indicate if round trip travel to seek a<br />
permanent residence is, or is not, authorized. If authorized, insert in Item 13b <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> calendar days<br />
for which travel is authorized (within <strong>the</strong> maximum).<br />
Item 16. O<strong>the</strong>r Authorized Expenses--This block is for travel and/or transportation advances from <strong>the</strong> Gov’t<br />
to <strong>the</strong> traveler. The amount <strong>of</strong> any PCS advance is computed by <strong>the</strong> appropriate finance/ disbursing activity<br />
IAW Service/Agency finance policy. Authorization for ATM advances against <strong>the</strong> GTCC (i.e., <strong>the</strong> amount)<br />
should be addressed in item 20, Remarks.<br />
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Item 17. Dependent Travel - The blocks on <strong>the</strong> form are connected with OCONUS travel options.<br />
Dependents’ travel (after issuance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> DD Form 1614) before/after <strong>the</strong> employee doesn’t need any<br />
statement on <strong>the</strong> DD Form 1614 or boxes checked. Add pertinent information if necessary in item 28,<br />
Remarks. For example, if dependent(s)’ travel is delayed to an OCONUS location because <strong>of</strong> a housing<br />
shortage at <strong>the</strong> new PDS or dependent early return from OCONUS is per Chapter 5, Part J.<br />
Item 22. Accounting Citation--Show fiscal data IAW regulations <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> DOD component concerned. Please<br />
ensure that funds are obligated against <strong>the</strong> PCS/TCS travel authorization. For Transportation Account<br />
Codes (TACs) for DOD personnel see DOD 4500.9-R, Volume 2. TAC codes: Army see website<br />
https://www.daas.dla.mil/tac_inq/tac_menu.html, Air Force F750/FCHP, and Navy and Marine Corps see<br />
website http://192.67.251.41/tac_inq/tac_menu.html.<br />
Item 23. (Travel-)Approving(/Directing) Official—See APP A. Show <strong>the</strong> name <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> individual who<br />
directs, approves/disapproves travel requests, and vouchers before claim settlement in addition to that and<br />
signature.<br />
Item 24. AO--See APP A. Indicate <strong>the</strong> authorization-issuing organization, address, signature <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
Item 27. Claimant – Forward Completed Claim to <strong>the</strong> Following Address--The losing/gaining activity, as<br />
appropriate, should provide <strong>the</strong> address to which <strong>the</strong> employee should submit <strong>the</strong> claim for final disbursement<br />
in this block.<br />
Item 28. Remarks or O<strong>the</strong>r Authorizations—In addition to <strong>the</strong> type <strong>of</strong> information suggested within <strong>the</strong> box,<br />
this item may be used to show any o<strong>the</strong>r pertinent information. Statements may be included to clarify any<br />
special instructions such as:<br />
a. House hunting Trip--Indicate <strong>the</strong> authorized transportation mode when round trip travel is authorized for<br />
seeking a permanent residence.<br />
b. TDY--Indicate <strong>the</strong> purpose, TDY assignment duration, location, and any pertinent conditions if TDY is<br />
authorized en route.<br />
c. Premium-Class Accommodation--Indicate <strong>the</strong> applicable statement when premium-class accommodation<br />
is authorized/approved.<br />
(1) First-class air accommodations-- “The use <strong>of</strong> first-class accommodations is authorized/approved by<br />
(insert <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial’s appropriate title, Name, Rank, and <strong>Office</strong> Symbol in (cite <strong>the</strong> memo/letter/message<br />
reference and date (See APP H, Part II, Section B.)). First-class accommodations have been justified<br />
and approved based on JTR, par. (insert JTR par. number). The cost difference between <strong>the</strong> first-class<br />
fare and <strong>the</strong> coach-class fare is ($XXX.XX).” See Chapter 2, Part E and APP H, Part II, Section B, or<br />
(2) Business-class air accommodations-- “The use <strong>of</strong> business-class transportation is<br />
authorized/approved by (insert <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial’s appropriate title, Name, Rank, and <strong>Office</strong> Symbol in (cite<br />
<strong>the</strong> memo/letter/message reference and date (See APP H, Part III, Section A.)). Business-class<br />
accommodations have been justified and approved based on JTR, par. (insert JTR par. number). The<br />
cost difference between <strong>the</strong> business-class fare and <strong>the</strong> coach-class fare is ($XXX.XX).” See Chapter 2,<br />
Part E and APP H, Part II, Section A.<br />
NOTE: Only an <strong>of</strong>ficial, designated IAW par. C2204-B2a, has authority for first-class accommodations<br />
authorization/approval and par. C2204-B2b for business accommodations authorization/approval.<br />
d. Transportation Mode--Indicate <strong>the</strong> reason for nonuse <strong>of</strong> a particular transportation mode that may<br />
o<strong>the</strong>rwise appear to be to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts advantage when <strong>the</strong> AO has determined that an employee and/or<br />
dependents should not travel via a particular transportation mode (ex. travel by air (ocean ferry or Chunnel)<br />
is precluded for medical reasons). This helps to justify travel reimbursement based on <strong>the</strong> transportation<br />
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mode authorized on <strong>the</strong> travel authorization, and actually used, instead <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> constructed cost <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
transportation mode o<strong>the</strong>rwise apparently to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts advantage. See par. C2001-A1. (Ex: Air travel is<br />
apparently <strong>the</strong> most advantageous transportation mode but air travel is precluded due to a disability or o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
special medical need. The travel authorization/order should contain a statement similar to "Air<br />
transportation is medically precluded and must not be used for this traveler. Rail transportation<br />
authorized.")<br />
e. ATM Advance--Indicate <strong>the</strong> amount authorized for ATM advance against <strong>the</strong> GTCC. See par. C1100-<br />
A.<br />
f. Indicate <strong>the</strong> issuing CPO's name, address, PoC with phone number and DSN (including area code for<br />
each).<br />
g. Indicate <strong>the</strong> paper tickets cost when authorized if electronic tickets are available to <strong>the</strong> traveler.<br />
h. POC Use Is Not to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts Advantage—Indicate when POC travel is not to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts advantage.<br />
When travel is by POC (specifically by privately owned boat) and not to <strong>the</strong> Gov’ts advantage, a statement<br />
must be placed on <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order that Gov’t-procured air transoceanic travel is authorized<br />
and travel time and reimbursement for travel at personal expense (including per diem) does not exceed what<br />
would have been authorized for <strong>the</strong> available Gov’t-procured air transportation (plus appropriate per diem).<br />
See par. C2165.<br />
i. Include <strong>the</strong> following endorsements/statements on an authorization/order for travel to foreign locations<br />
and back to <strong>the</strong> U.S.<br />
(1) Fly America Act--Include <strong>the</strong> endorsement required by par. C2204-C3 when commercial non-U.S.certificated/registered<br />
ship(s) or air carrier(s) use is authorized. The endorsement on <strong>the</strong> travel<br />
authorization, made IAW Service regulations, should include <strong>the</strong> name <strong>of</strong> traveler, <strong>the</strong> non-U.S.certificated/registered<br />
ship(s) or air carrier(s) used, flight identification no(s), origin, destination and en<br />
route points, date(s), justification, and authorizing <strong>of</strong>ficial’s title, organization and signature.<br />
(2) Pet Transportation--Include <strong>the</strong> following statement on a travel authorization/order for an employee<br />
who indicates a pet is to be transported: “A traveler transporting an exotic pet is required by U.S. law to<br />
have a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) certification before transporting <strong>the</strong> pet to a foreign<br />
location or back to <strong>the</strong> U.S. A traveler returning to <strong>the</strong> U.S. who owns an exotic pet and who returns<br />
prior to transporting <strong>the</strong> pet, or requiring more information, should contact <strong>the</strong> FWS at, 1-800-358-2104<br />
or (703) 358-2104. The website for FWS fact sheet is http://international.fws.gov/pdf/pe.pdf; to get an<br />
application for travel with a pet bird and any o<strong>the</strong>r Convention on International Trade in Endangered<br />
Species (CITES) listed species, go to: http://forms.fws.gov/3-200-46.pdf. See, par. C5400.”<br />
3. Distribution. See APP I, Part 2, par. H.<br />
4. Privacy Act Statement. Par. B implements <strong>the</strong> Privacy Act <strong>of</strong> 1974 (5 USC §552a) by adding a Privacy Act<br />
Statement for “Request/Authorization for DOD Civilian Permanent Duty or Temporary Change <strong>of</strong> Station<br />
(TCS) Travel” (DD Form 1614). The form may be reproduced locally and made available to <strong>the</strong> individual<br />
supplying data shown on DD Form 1614. The form also is available for printing and/or downloading from <strong>the</strong><br />
Internet through <strong>the</strong> Washington Headquarters Service DOD Forms Program at <strong>the</strong> following website:<br />
http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/infomgt/forms/eforms/dd1614.pdf.<br />
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APPENDIX O<br />
TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY) <strong>TRAVEL</strong> ALLOWANCES<br />
Title/Contents<br />
T4000 INTRODUCTION<br />
T4005 APPROPRIATE ACTION FOR FAILURE TO FOLLOW JFTR/JTR <strong>REGULATIONS</strong><br />
T4010 REIMBURSEMENT RATE<br />
T4020 TDY <strong>TRAVEL</strong> POLICY<br />
A. Criteria for TDY Travel<br />
B. Traveler Rights and Responsibilities<br />
T4025 ARRANGING OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
A. CTO Use<br />
B. Requirements<br />
C. Foreign Ship or Aircraft Transportation<br />
D. Transportation Reimbursement<br />
T4030 GETTING <strong>THE</strong>RE AND BACK (TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCES)<br />
A. Transportation Mode<br />
B. Commercial Transportation<br />
C. Special Conveyances (Includes Aircraft) Reimbursement<br />
D. GOV’T Transportation<br />
E. POC<br />
F. Rest Stops<br />
G. Insurance Coverage in Foreign Areas<br />
H. Allowable Travel Days<br />
I. Authorized Trips Home during Extended Business or Training TDY<br />
J. Voluntary Return Home during Intervening Weekend/Holidays<br />
K. Constructed Cost<br />
L. Travel to/from Transportation Terminals<br />
T4040 LIVING EXPENSES (PER DIEM)<br />
A. Lodging Overnight Required - Business Travel Standards<br />
B. Lodging Overnight Required - Schoolhouse Training Standards<br />
C. Lodging Overnight Required - Standards for Deployment, Personnel Traveling Toge<strong>the</strong>r with<br />
No/Limited Reimbursement, and TDY Aboard Ships<br />
D. Lodging Overnight Not Required<br />
E. Miscellaneous Reimbursable Expenses<br />
F. Reimbursement for Travel Expenses at <strong>the</strong> TDY Location<br />
T4045 <strong>TRAVEL</strong> ALLOWANCES FOR AN RC MEMBER (48 Comp. Gen. 301 (1968))<br />
A. <strong>General</strong><br />
B. Inactive Duty Training<br />
C. Travel for AT<br />
D. Per Diem Not Payable<br />
E. Per Diem<br />
F. Funeral Honors Duty<br />
G. Inactive Duty Training Outside Normal Commuting Distance<br />
H. Summary <strong>of</strong> Allowances for an RC Member<br />
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Title/Contents<br />
T4050 TAKING A TYPICAL BUSINESS TRIP<br />
A. Before <strong>the</strong> Trip<br />
B. During <strong>the</strong> Trip<br />
C. After <strong>the</strong> Traveler Returns<br />
T4060 AO’S RESPONSIBILITIES<br />
A. <strong>General</strong><br />
B. What’s Allowable and Not Allowable<br />
T4070 TDY GLOSSARY<br />
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*This APP contains a summary <strong>of</strong> travel and transportation allowances for business, training and deployment<br />
TDY. This APP does not contain all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> information required. Please consult JFTR/JTR, Chs 1-4 for fur<strong>the</strong>r<br />
details.<br />
T4000 INTRODUCTION<br />
*This APP is a summary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> travel and transportation allowances and responsibilities <strong>of</strong> a traveler who performs<br />
<strong>the</strong> most common TDY travel types as authorized by law for a uniformed member, DOD civilian employee and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r non-DOD GOV’T employee who is working for DOD and is paid travel allowances funded by DOD. This<br />
APP covers individual travel for business, travel for schoolhouse training, and deployment or personnel traveling<br />
toge<strong>the</strong>r with or without no/limited reimbursement. This APP is to be used ICW <strong>the</strong> JFTR and JTR where more<br />
detailed allowances are prescribed This APP does not contain provisions for travel <strong>of</strong>:<br />
1. Senior ROTC,<br />
2. RC member travel for medical and dental care,<br />
3. Retirees called to active duty,<br />
4. A Ready RC member authorized muster duty allowance,<br />
5. A Midshipman and cadet,<br />
6. Patients/for health care, and escorts and attendants,<br />
7. Pre-employment travel;<br />
8. When accompanying a member <strong>of</strong> Congress and/or Congressional Staff;<br />
9. An employee with a disability when additional travel and transportation expenses are incurred;<br />
10. UN Peacekeeping;<br />
11. Prisoners and <strong>the</strong>ir guards or for disciplinary action; and<br />
12. For rules that apply when emergency situations occur while TDY is being performed<br />
that are in JFTR/JTR, Ch 7. Rules on per diem for a uniformed member who are inpatients in a hospital are in<br />
JFTR, par. U7125-D. For travel <strong>of</strong> a civilian consultant or expert, see JTR, par. C4975. TDY performed as part <strong>of</strong> a<br />
PCS move continues to be paid as prescribed for TDY travel in JFTR and JTR Chs 4. Except where differences are<br />
identified, <strong>the</strong> allowances and responsibilities in this APP apply equally to a uniformed member and a DOD civilian<br />
employee and any o<strong>the</strong>r non-DOD GOV’T employee who is working for DOD and paid travel allowances funded by<br />
DOD. In this APP, "authorizing <strong>of</strong>ficial" or "AO" means <strong>the</strong> individual who controls <strong>the</strong> mission, authorizes <strong>the</strong><br />
trip, and controls funds for TDY travel. Definitions are in APP A.<br />
NOTE 1:<br />
See JFTR/JTR, APP E for Invitational Travel Authorizations.<br />
*NOTE 2:<br />
This APP is not used for evacuations. See JFTR/JTR, Ch 6.<br />
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T4005 APPROPRIATE ACTION FOR FAILURE TO FOLLOW JFTR/JTR <strong>REGULATIONS</strong><br />
Commands/units are expected to take appropriate disciplinary action when a traveler and/or an AO fails to follow<br />
<strong>the</strong> regulations contained in this Volume. Disciplinary action should be for willful violations and may be in <strong>the</strong><br />
form <strong>of</strong> counseling (oral/written), or non-judicial action (uniformed member), or o<strong>the</strong>r personnel means (civilian<br />
employee). Action must not be through refusal to reimburse. See par. T4025-A4 for exceptions when<br />
reimbursement is not allowed.<br />
T4010 REIMBURSEMENT RATE<br />
Rates for private vehicle mileage reimbursement rates are found in JFTR, par. U2600, and JTR, par. C2500.<br />
GOV’T dining facility/mess food and operating expense rates are found in JFTR, pars. U4149 and U4151 and JTR,<br />
par. C2510. Per diem rates (http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) by location showing <strong>the</strong><br />
lodging, meals and incidental expense components are provided under separate issuance by <strong>the</strong> PDTATAC. These<br />
rates also are available from <strong>the</strong> CTO.<br />
T4020 TDY <strong>TRAVEL</strong> POLICY<br />
A. Criteria for TDY Travel.<br />
TDY travel is mission support. TDY travel is performed when <strong>the</strong>re is no o<strong>the</strong>r means<br />
to successfully complete <strong>the</strong> mission. When <strong>the</strong> mission can be achieved by ano<strong>the</strong>r means, such as written<br />
correspondence or teleconferencing, <strong>the</strong> AO must choose that method.<br />
B.<br />
Traveler Rights and Responsibilities<br />
1. A traveler is to follow <strong>the</strong> policies and procedures in this regulation, and use good judgment in incurring<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel-related expenses, as if traveling using personal funds. See JFTR, par. U2010 and JTR, par.<br />
C1058.<br />
*2. A traveler is provided transportation, lodging, and food, or must be reimbursed promptly for reasonable and<br />
necessary authorized expenses if <strong>the</strong> traveler purchases <strong>the</strong>m. An AO must authorize/approve reimbursement<br />
for o<strong>the</strong>r travel-related expenses appropriate to <strong>the</strong> mission.<br />
*3. It is mandatory that <strong>the</strong> traveler arranges commercial transportation, rental cars (if authorized/approved),<br />
through an available CTO or in-house travel arranger IAW TRANSCOM policy. The CTO estimates <strong>the</strong> total<br />
cost for <strong>the</strong> trip (a “should-cost” estimate) forming <strong>the</strong> reimbursement basis.<br />
4. It is mandatory that <strong>the</strong> traveler makes <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial travel and transportation arrangements through <strong>the</strong> CTO.<br />
Only in extremely unusual circumstances in which <strong>the</strong> traveler cannot communicate with <strong>the</strong> CTO should <strong>the</strong><br />
CTO not be used. A traveler:<br />
*a. Who does not use a CTO or <strong>the</strong> GTCC to purchase transportation must forward <strong>the</strong> ticket coupon,<br />
and/or <strong>the</strong> receipt for <strong>the</strong> excess accompanied baggage costs, with <strong>the</strong> Trip Record for reimbursement,<br />
*b. Must use coach-class for all <strong>of</strong>ficial travel, unless premium-class accommodations are<br />
authorized/approved prior to travel by <strong>the</strong> appropriate level listed in JFTR, par. U3125-B2a or U3125-B2b.<br />
(1) See JTR, par. C2000-A2c/JFTR, par. U2000-A2c for medical reasons, or<br />
*(2) TDY mission timing requires premium-class. When premium-class TDY transportation is<br />
authorized/approved because <strong>the</strong> mission timing is “so urgent it cannot be postponed,” premium-class<br />
travel should only by authorized to <strong>the</strong> TDY site. Coach-class accommodations use should be<br />
annotated on <strong>the</strong> trip record and used for <strong>the</strong> return flight if <strong>the</strong> return flight is not critical and traveler<br />
can rest before reporting back to work. See JFTR, pars. U3125-B2a and U3125-B2b and JTR, pars.<br />
C2204-B2a and C2204-B2b.<br />
*c. Must not use foreign flag transportation even if U.S.-certificated air flag carrier fares are higher,<br />
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d. Who use premium-class or a foreign flag transportation presumably at GOV’T expense must provide to<br />
<strong>the</strong> AO adequate acceptable justification that meets <strong>the</strong> JFTR/JTR requirements for reimbursement, and<br />
*e. Should as soon as possible after personally making arrangements get <strong>the</strong> Trip Record updated, and<br />
arrangements confirmed, and/or get alternate arrangements.<br />
5. Each traveler is advised, in advance, <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> allowances, <strong>the</strong> arrangements made, probable expenses, and a<br />
good estimate <strong>of</strong> what should be reimbursed.<br />
6. A traveler should have use <strong>of</strong> a GTCC. The policies and procedures for <strong>the</strong> GTCC program (including<br />
central billing and unit cards) are found in <strong>the</strong> DOD Financial Management Regulation (DOD 7000.14-R),<br />
Volume 9, "Travel Policy and Procedures." The DOD Comptroller Finance Management Regulation website<br />
is found at http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/.<br />
7. A traveler should turn in <strong>the</strong> Trip Record expense report portion and be paid every 30 days when <strong>the</strong> TDY is<br />
over 45 days. This ensures <strong>the</strong> traveler is paid for expenses in about <strong>the</strong> same time as GTCC bills are received.<br />
8. A traveler must comply with Federal and Departmental ethics rules when accepting travel benefits (i.e.,<br />
goods, services or payment) from non-Federal sources. For DOD, see Joint Ethics Regulation, DOD 5500.7-R,<br />
Ch 4. For Coast Guard, see COMDTINST M5370.8 (series). For NOAA Corps, see Department <strong>of</strong> Commerce<br />
Administrative Order 202-735. For Public Health Service, see Commissioned Corps Personnel Manual<br />
CC26.1, Inst 1. A traveler may keep items <strong>of</strong> nominal value (as defined in applicable ethics regulations). A<br />
traveler also may keep benefits received for voluntarily vacating a seat on an overbooked flight, but are not to<br />
vacate <strong>the</strong> seat if <strong>the</strong> GOV’T would incur additional costs or if it would affect <strong>the</strong> mission.<br />
9.<br />
Retaining Promotional Items<br />
a. A traveler on <strong>of</strong>ficial business traveling at GOV’T expense on <strong>the</strong> funds <strong>of</strong> an agency (See definition in<br />
APP A) may keep promotional material (including frequent traveler benefits such as points or miles,<br />
upgrades, or access to carrier clubs or facilities) for personal use. This applies to promotional items<br />
received before, on, or after 31 December 2001.<br />
b. The promotional material must be obtained under <strong>the</strong> same terms as those <strong>of</strong>fered to <strong>the</strong> general public<br />
and must be at no additional GOV’T cost.<br />
c. Promotional items received for travel using funds o<strong>the</strong>r than those <strong>of</strong> an agency are not covered by this<br />
rule. The traveler should seek guidance from <strong>the</strong> funding authorities.<br />
10. Each traveler must be treated as honest, responsible customers, but <strong>the</strong> traveler must follow <strong>the</strong> rules in this<br />
regulation. The DOD Financial Management Regulation (DODFMR), Volume 9, JFTR, par. U2505, and JTR,<br />
par. C1305, apply when a fraudulent claim submission is suspected.<br />
T4025 ARRANGING OFFICIAL <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
A.<br />
CTO Use<br />
1. Mandatory Policy.<br />
It is DOD mandatory policy that each traveler uses an available CTO to arrange <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
travel, including transportation and rental cars.<br />
2. Service Regulations.<br />
See DOD Component/Service regulations for CTO use information.<br />
3.<br />
Failure to Follow Regulations<br />
a. Commands/units are expected to take appropriate disciplinary action when a traveler and/or an AO fails<br />
to follow <strong>the</strong> regulations concerning CTO use. See par. T4005.<br />
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B.<br />
b. Disciplinary action should be for willful violations and may be in <strong>the</strong> form <strong>of</strong> counseling (oral/written),<br />
or non-judicial action (uniformed member), or o<strong>the</strong>r personnel means (civilian employee). Action must not<br />
be through refusal to reimburse. See par. T4025-A4 below for exceptions when reimbursement is not<br />
allowed.<br />
4. Reimbursement Not Allowed.<br />
Reimbursement is not allowed when <strong>the</strong> traveler does not follow <strong>the</strong><br />
regulations for foreign flag carriers (see par. T4025-C).<br />
Requirements<br />
1. When making travel arrangements, <strong>the</strong> traveler should use <strong>the</strong> following:<br />
a. Services available under a TMS (see APP A), or<br />
b. In-house travel <strong>of</strong>fices.<br />
2. All travel arrangements must be made IAW:<br />
a. DODD 4500.9 (Transportation and Traffic Management) at<br />
http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/html/45009.htm;<br />
b. DODI 4500.42 (DOD Passenger Transportation Reservation and Ticketing Services) at<br />
http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/html/450042.htm;<br />
and<br />
c. Service regulations.<br />
C. Foreign Ship or Aircraft Transportation.<br />
Transportation on foreign ships or aircraft <strong>of</strong> foreign registry must not<br />
be authorized/approved unless <strong>the</strong> conditions in par. T4060-B3 are met (see also JFTR, par. U3125-C and JTR, par.<br />
C2204-C).<br />
D.<br />
Transportation Reimbursement<br />
1. CTO/TMC Available.<br />
When a CTO/TMC is available but not used by <strong>the</strong> traveler, reimbursement for <strong>the</strong><br />
transportation cost is limited to <strong>the</strong> amount <strong>the</strong> GOV’T would have paid if <strong>the</strong> arrangements had been made<br />
directly through a CTO/TMC.<br />
2. CTO/TMC Not Available. When <strong>the</strong> AO certifies that a CTO/TMC was/is not available to arrange <strong>the</strong><br />
required <strong>of</strong>ficial transportation, reimbursement is for <strong>the</strong> authorized/approved transportation actual cost NTE<br />
<strong>the</strong> policy-constructed airfare (see APP A) that meets mission requirements. NOTE:<br />
CTO/TMC service not<br />
being available should be an extremely rare occurrence. Each event <strong>of</strong> non-availability should lead to<br />
correction(s) that make CTO/TMC service available should <strong>the</strong> same situation arise again.<br />
NOTE: The cost paid by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T for GOV’T/GOV’T-procured transportation, in house or CTO/TMC<br />
transportation, frequently includes a transaction fee for arranging <strong>the</strong> transportation. A CTO transaction fee<br />
incurred by a member/employee is reimbursable under APP G. When an available CTO/TMC is not used and no<br />
transaction fee is included in <strong>the</strong> GOV’T/GOV’T-procured transportation, <strong>the</strong> transaction fee for personally<br />
procured transportation from o<strong>the</strong>r than a CTO/TMC may be reimbursed as long as <strong>the</strong> total reimbursable<br />
amount for <strong>the</strong> transaction fee and transportation cost does not exceed <strong>the</strong> GOV’T/GOV’T procured<br />
transportation cost.<br />
T4030 GETTING <strong>THE</strong>RE AND BACK (TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCES)<br />
A. Transportation Mode. The AO may direct travel by any mode (e.g., GOV’T or commercial air, bus, train) except<br />
<strong>the</strong> AO cannot require <strong>the</strong> traveler to use a personal or rental vehicle for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel. If a certain mode is directed<br />
and ano<strong>the</strong>r mode is used, <strong>the</strong> traveler may only receive transportation reimbursement up to <strong>the</strong> directed<br />
transportation mode cost.<br />
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*B. Commercial Transportation. The Services must require that <strong>the</strong> CTO/TMC arrange commercial transportation<br />
IAW law, GOV’T policies, agreements and contracted rates using U.S.-certificated carriers and coach/economyclass<br />
accommodations whenever possible. The AO may, under certain conditions, authorize <strong>the</strong> CTO/TMC to<br />
arrange o<strong>the</strong>r than contract city-pair flights, or to arrange non-U.S.-certificated carriers, or business- (but not first)<br />
class accommodations (see JTR, par. C1060, NOTE 1 and JFTR, par. U4326, NOTE 1)<br />
when needed to fulfill a<br />
documented mission requirement as specified in par. T4060-B1. Only <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials listed in JTR, pars. C2204-B2,<br />
and C2208-C (trains only), and JFTR, pars. U3125-B2, and U3135-C (trains only), may authorize/approve businessor<br />
first-class accommodations use.<br />
C. Special Conveyances (Includes Aircraft) Reimbursement.<br />
When <strong>the</strong> AO authorizes special conveyance/rental<br />
vehicle use for <strong>of</strong>ficial business, <strong>the</strong> following reimbursements are authorized per APP G. The AO may authorize<br />
an appropriately sized vehicle IAW mission needs when a compact rental car (<strong>the</strong> "standard" for TDY travel), does<br />
not meet requirements. It is mandatory to obtain rental vehicles (except for aircraft or bus) through <strong>the</strong> CTO/<br />
TMC per TRANSCOM policy, when <strong>the</strong> CTO/TMC is available.<br />
1. Rental costs, tax and local assessments on rental vehicle users, necessary gas and oil, landing and tie-down<br />
fees, and transportation to and from <strong>the</strong> rental facility.<br />
2. Parking; ferry fares; bridge, road and tunnel tolls; traveler access fee (when charged); any per-day<br />
administrative fee called for in <strong>the</strong> DTMO rental car agreements; garage (POC parking is a separate<br />
reimbursable expense), hangar or boathouse rental; operator’s subsistence; and optional extra collision hull<br />
insurance for rental aircraft.<br />
*3. Snow tires and similar non-standard equipment necessary for travel by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T renter, may incur<br />
additional charges which are reimbursable when authorized/approved in <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order.<br />
Reimbursement is limited to <strong>the</strong> rental conveyance upgrade costs necessary for <strong>the</strong> required non-standard<br />
equipment. A traveler who disregards a special conveyance arrangement made by a CTO/TMC must be<br />
prepared to provide justification for additional special conveyance costs before reimbursement (beyond <strong>the</strong> cost<br />
using <strong>the</strong> CTO/TMC) is allowed. Reimbursement for purchase <strong>of</strong> snow tire and o<strong>the</strong>r non-standard items is<br />
not authorized.<br />
4. A traveler is reimbursed for mandatory rental car insurance coverage required in foreign countries.<br />
5. A claim for damage to a rental vehicle, while <strong>the</strong> vehicle is being used for <strong>of</strong>ficial business, is reimbursable<br />
to <strong>the</strong> traveler or <strong>the</strong> rental car company when appropriate as a miscellaneous transportation expense. The claim<br />
must be adjudicated as payable per <strong>the</strong> DOD Financial Management Regulation (Volume 9, Ch 4) (found at<br />
http://www.dtic.mil/comptroller/fmr/) (or appropriate Service directives for <strong>the</strong> non-DOD Services).<br />
*When <strong>the</strong> AO has not authorized/approved special conveyance use, reimbursement is limited to <strong>the</strong> POC mileage<br />
rate in JTR, par. C2500 and JFTR, par. U2600 plus constructed per diem for <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial distance NTE <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s<br />
constructed cost. See JTR, par. C2150, item 8 or JFTR, par. U3310-A1.<br />
NOTE:<br />
1. Travelers are not reimbursed for rental car insurance coverage purchased in <strong>the</strong> U.S. or in a non-foreign<br />
OCONUS location regardless <strong>of</strong> from whom <strong>the</strong> rental car is rented.<br />
2. Reimbursement for personal funds paid for damage sustained by a rented automobile while being used on<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>of</strong>ficial business is not authorized.<br />
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D.<br />
3. Some vehicles are not covered with liability and vehicle loss and damage insurance for <strong>the</strong> traveler or <strong>the</strong><br />
GOV’T when rented for <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T travel. To view appropriate rental car companies and rates go to <strong>the</strong><br />
DTMO website at http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil and click on Car/Truck Rental Programs in <strong>the</strong> left-hand<br />
column. A vehicle listed in <strong>the</strong> rental car agreement on <strong>the</strong> DTMO website is covered under <strong>the</strong> DTMO<br />
rental-car agreement. A vehicle, <strong>of</strong>fered by a company that is under <strong>the</strong> DTMO rental car agreement but not<br />
listed on <strong>the</strong> DTMO list as a vehicle “in that category”, does not have <strong>the</strong> full liability and vehicle loss and<br />
damage insurance coverage for <strong>the</strong> traveler and <strong>the</strong> GOV’T, and should not be rented for <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T<br />
travel. Usually, <strong>the</strong>re is at least one company listed that has a vehicle necessary for <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T travel<br />
and this company should be used.<br />
GOV’T Transportation<br />
1. The TO arranges international GOV’T airlift under AMC contract/control, when it is available and satisfies<br />
mission requirements.<br />
*2. The TO provides GOV’T ground transportation. (Within <strong>the</strong> Navy, GOV’T vehicles are obtained directly<br />
from <strong>the</strong> providers, ordinarily Public Works.) Only use GOV’T transportation for <strong>of</strong>ficial business to go to and<br />
from: <strong>the</strong> TDY location, where <strong>the</strong> traveler is staying, places to eat, and o<strong>the</strong>r places for comfort and health<br />
reasons. If it is used for any o<strong>the</strong>r purpose and <strong>the</strong> traveler has an accident, <strong>the</strong> traveler may have to cover <strong>the</strong><br />
expenses and liabilities. Use GOV’T servicing for <strong>the</strong> vehicle whenever possible. When GOV’T servicing is<br />
not available, <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize/approve reimbursement <strong>of</strong> actual vehicle operating expenses. These<br />
expenses include: gas and oil; parking fees; repairs; ferry fares; bridge, road or tunnel tolls; trip insurance for<br />
travel in foreign countries; guards; and storage fees.<br />
*E. POC.<br />
When <strong>the</strong> AO authorizes/approves a POC as <strong>the</strong> appropriate transportation mode, reimbursement is<br />
authorized at <strong>the</strong> standard rate per mile for <strong>the</strong> POC type and <strong>the</strong> distance between duty locations or between home<br />
and TDY location(s). Reimbursement <strong>of</strong> parking fees, ferry fares, and road, bridge, and tunnel tolls for travel over a<br />
direct route is authorized. If <strong>the</strong> AO does not authorize/approve using a POC and one is used anyway,<br />
reimbursement is authorized at <strong>the</strong> standard rate per mile plus reimbursable expenses (parking fees, etc.) but <strong>the</strong><br />
amount is limited to <strong>the</strong> should-cost estimate <strong>of</strong> AO-authorized transportation (e.g., commercial plane). In ei<strong>the</strong>r<br />
case, reimbursement is only authorized for <strong>the</strong> traveler paying <strong>the</strong> POC operating expenses. When two or more<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travelers travel in <strong>the</strong> same POC to <strong>the</strong> TDY location, <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial traveler responsible for paying <strong>the</strong> POC<br />
operating expenses is authorized reimbursement for any additional distance involved if <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial traveler<br />
passenger(s) is/are picked up/ dropped <strong>of</strong>f at <strong>the</strong>ir homes. The extra distance is based on odometer readings (or<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r acceptable evidence) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> actual necessary extra distance traveled. If reimbursement at <strong>the</strong> published rate<br />
does not cover expenses, or if <strong>the</strong>re is no established rate for <strong>the</strong> POC type being used, <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize/<br />
approve reimbursement <strong>of</strong> necessary transportation costs incurred for uniformed personnel. For distance<br />
determination (DTOD requirements), see JFTR, par. U2020, or JTR, par. C1065.<br />
*F. Rest Stops. Normally, a traveler is not required to travel during unreasonable hours at night. If <strong>the</strong> traveler is<br />
required to travel during normal sleeping hours, or <strong>the</strong> scheduled flight time including stopovers and plane changes<br />
exceeds 14 hours and <strong>the</strong> traveler is not authorized first/business-class accommodations, <strong>the</strong> AO may<br />
authorize/approve a rest stop en route or a rest period at <strong>the</strong> TDY location before reporting for duty. Scheduled<br />
flight time is <strong>the</strong> time between <strong>the</strong> scheduled aircraft departure from <strong>the</strong> airport serving <strong>the</strong> PDS/TDY point and<br />
<strong>the</strong> scheduled aircraft arrival at <strong>the</strong> airport serving <strong>the</strong> TDY point/PDS. Rest stops must not exceed 24 hours.<br />
NOTE:<br />
A traveler is disqualified from using business-class accommodations at GOV’T expense if (a) a 'stopover'<br />
en route is an overnight stay, (b) a rest stop en route is authorized/approved, or (c) an overnight rest period<br />
occurs at <strong>the</strong> TDY location before beginning work.<br />
*G. Insurance Coverage in Foreign Areas<br />
. The AO may authorize/approve reimbursement for additional insurance<br />
coverage in foreign areas for a rental, GOV’T, or private vehicle used for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
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*H. Allowable Travel Days.<br />
The number <strong>of</strong> allowed travel days is determined by <strong>the</strong> transportation mode. For<br />
commercial air travel, one day is allowed in CONUS and within OCONUS areas. For travel between CONUS and<br />
OCONUS via commercial air, <strong>the</strong> actual elapsed time is used based on <strong>the</strong> scheduled departure and arrival times.<br />
For travel by commercial ground transportation, <strong>the</strong> scheduled departure and arrival dates are used. The actual time<br />
is used for travel by GOV’T/GOV’T-procured air transportation based on scheduled departure and arrival dates.<br />
When <strong>the</strong> AO authorizes/approves travel by private, rental or GOV’T vehicle (o<strong>the</strong>r than GOV’T/GOV’T-procured<br />
air), one travel day is allowed for each 400 miles or increment <strong>the</strong>re<strong>of</strong>. If travel by POC is used but not authorized/<br />
approved by <strong>the</strong> AO as advantageous, travel time is limited to one day for each leg (for example, from PDS to TDY<br />
stop) requiring an overnight stay.<br />
I. Authorized Trips Home during Extended Business or Training TDY.<br />
The AO may permit round-trip<br />
transportation and per diem en route for a traveler, who routinely travels on business or training TDY for periods <strong>of</strong><br />
more than three weeks, to return periodically to <strong>the</strong> PDS or home for non-workdays.<br />
J. Voluntary Return Home during Intervening Weekend/Holidays.<br />
If <strong>the</strong> AO does not authorize travel home<br />
periodically on weekends or non-workdays, it may still be performed for personal convenience. If so,<br />
reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> round-trip transportation and en route per diem is authorized but limited to <strong>the</strong> amount <strong>of</strong> per<br />
diem <strong>the</strong> GOV’T would have paid had <strong>the</strong> traveler remained at <strong>the</strong> TDY location.<br />
K. Constructed Cost.<br />
Constructed transportation costs are based on <strong>the</strong> non-capacity controlled city-pair airfare, not<br />
<strong>the</strong> capacity-controlled city-pair airfare, if both are available. If a city-pair airfare is not available between origin<br />
and destination, <strong>the</strong> constructed transportation cost is limited by <strong>the</strong> policy-constructed airfare (see APP A) (except<br />
as limited by JFTR, par. U3125-B1f/JTR, par. C2204-B1f). City-pair airfare transportation is presumed available if<br />
<strong>the</strong>re is a city-pair airfare between <strong>the</strong> origin and destination points, regardless <strong>of</strong> whe<strong>the</strong>r or not space would<br />
actually have been available had <strong>the</strong> traveler used air transportation for <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial travel.<br />
L. Travel to/from Transportation Terminals.<br />
For transportation to and from transportation terminals see JFTR, pars.<br />
U3320, U3410, U3415-D, U3420, and U3430 and JTR, pars. C2101, C2102-F, C2103, C2104, C2105, and C2192.<br />
T4040 LIVING EXPENSES (PER DIEM)<br />
The “Lodgings-Plus” computation method is used to reimburse TDY living expenses. A traveler is paid <strong>the</strong> actual<br />
lodging cost up to a limit, plus a set amount for M&IE. Per diem rates for lodging and M&IE vary by location, but<br />
should be sufficient for a comfortable, safe trip. A traveler also can be reimbursed for o<strong>the</strong>r necessary allowable<br />
travel-related miscellaneous reimbursable expenses (see APP G) if <strong>the</strong> AO authorizes/approves <strong>the</strong>m as appropriate<br />
to <strong>the</strong> mission.<br />
A.<br />
Lodging Overnight Required - Business Travel Standards<br />
1.<br />
Sleeping<br />
a. The CTO makes lodging reservations and reflects <strong>the</strong> estimate <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir cost (including tax) on <strong>the</strong> Trip<br />
Record.<br />
b. Uniformed Member – A member ordered to a U.S. INSTALLATION (as opposed to a geographic<br />
location like a town or city) is required to check <strong>the</strong> GOV’T QTRS availability (e.g., through <strong>the</strong><br />
CTOs/TMCs) at <strong>the</strong> U.S. INSTALLATION to which assigned TDY. The AO may direct adequate (based<br />
on DOD and Service standards) available GOV’T QTRS use for a uniformed member on a U.S.<br />
INSTALLATION only if <strong>the</strong> uniformed member is TDY to that U.S. INSTALLATION. Availability/nonavailability<br />
must be documented as indicated in par. U1045-C. A member should use adequate available<br />
GOV’T QTRS on <strong>the</strong> U.S. INSTALLATION at which assigned TDY; however, when adequate GOV’T<br />
QTRS are available on <strong>the</strong> U.S. INSTALLATION to which a member is assigned TDY and <strong>the</strong> member<br />
uses o<strong>the</strong>r lodgings as a personal choice, lodging reimbursement is limited to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T QTRS cost on<br />
<strong>the</strong> U.S INSTALLATION to which assigned TDY (44 Comp. Gen. 626 (1965)). Per diem cannot be<br />
limited based on <strong>the</strong> presence <strong>of</strong> ‘nearby’ GOV’T QTRS (i.e., not on <strong>the</strong> U.S. INSTALLATION to which<br />
<strong>the</strong> member is assigned TDY but on ano<strong>the</strong>r ‘nearby’ U.S. INSTALLATION or o<strong>the</strong>r uniformed<br />
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facility). The documentation <strong>of</strong> non-availability indicated in par. U1045-C is required only for GOV’T<br />
lodging ‘AT’ <strong>the</strong> U.S. INSTALLATION at which <strong>the</strong> member is assigned TDY.<br />
NOTE:<br />
The member is not required to seek (or check for) GOV’T QTRS when TDY to a U.S.<br />
INSTALLATION after non-availability documentation has been initially provided. Checking QTRS<br />
availability is a one-time requirement at a TDY U.S. INSTALLATION. (Ex: A member who is required<br />
to check QTRS availability on arrival at a U.S. INSTALLATION, does so, and is issued non-availability<br />
documentation cannot be required to re-check later for QTRS availability at that U.S. INSTALLATION<br />
during that TDY period <strong>the</strong>re). See par. U1045-C.<br />
c. Civilian Employee<br />
(1) A civilian employee may not be ordered/required to use GOV’T QTRS, nor may <strong>the</strong> lodging<br />
reimbursement simply be limited to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T QTRS cost. In compliance with <strong>the</strong> requirement to<br />
exercise prudence when incurring expenses, an employee should check for GOV’T QTRS availability<br />
(e.g., through <strong>the</strong>ir CTOs), and is encouraged to use those QTRS when TDY to a U.S.<br />
INSTALLATION. However, if GOV’T QTRS are available on that Installation for an employee<br />
TDY to a U.S. INSTALLATION, <strong>the</strong> proper authority under par. C4550-C may prescribe a reduced<br />
per diem rate based on <strong>the</strong> GOV’T QTRS cost. Reduced per diem rates can only be established<br />
before travel begins.<br />
(2) The head <strong>of</strong> a DOD Component (see APP A) concerned may authorize zero per diem or a per<br />
diem rate (http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) in a lesser amount if <strong>the</strong><br />
circumstances <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> travel or duty to be performed so warrant and are peculiar to that particular DOD<br />
Component. This authority may be delegated to a chief <strong>of</strong> an appropriate bureau or staff agency <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
appropriate DOD Components headquarters, and may not be re-delegated. In <strong>the</strong> absence <strong>of</strong> a reduced<br />
or no per diem authorization on <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order before travel begins (or as part <strong>of</strong> an<br />
authorization/order amendment/modification covering a prospective period after <strong>the</strong><br />
authorization/order was issued), a travel authorization/order, modified after <strong>the</strong> fact, prescribing a<br />
different per diem rate is without effect and <strong>the</strong> locality per diem rates are used. Reduced per diem<br />
rates should incorporate amounts for laundry/dry-cleaning/pressing <strong>of</strong> clo<strong>the</strong>s if <strong>the</strong> travel is OCONUS<br />
or for less than 4 days in CONUS for an employee or less than 7 days in CONUS for a member. See<br />
NOTE 1 (applicable to a civilian employee) following par. T4040-A3 for an explanation concerning<br />
separate reimbursement for laundry/dry-cleaning/pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing.<br />
*d. Commercial lodging reimbursement is based on <strong>the</strong> single occupant rate, up to <strong>the</strong> TDY site or<br />
stopover location maximum. If <strong>the</strong> CTO can find only lodgings that cost more than <strong>the</strong> published<br />
maximum rate, <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize/approve <strong>the</strong> higher amount such that <strong>the</strong> actual lodging cost and <strong>the</strong><br />
per diem M&IE does not exceed 300 percent <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> published rate (lodging plus M&IE). For example, a<br />
member is TDY to a location with a maximum per diem <strong>of</strong> $110 ($76 for lodging and $34 M&IE). The<br />
AO could authorize up to $296 for lodging (300% x $110 = $330 - $34 = $296) if AEA for meals is not<br />
authorized. These rates must be placed on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record. Under special or unusual circumstances a<br />
uniformed member may require more than 300% for lodging OCONUS. Rates in excess <strong>of</strong> 300% may be<br />
authorized only in advance by PDTATAC or <strong>the</strong> Secretary Concerned and for only a uniformed member<br />
(see JFTR, par. U4250). The traveler is financially responsible for anything charged beyond <strong>the</strong> basic room<br />
fee and tax. The traveler is to keep all lodging receipts.<br />
NOTE 1: The maximum amount allowed for lodging<br />
(http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) in CONUS and non-foreign OCONUS areas<br />
does not include a lodging tax amount. Lodging tax in <strong>the</strong> U.S. and non-foreign OCONUS areas is a<br />
separate miscellaneous reimbursable expense (See APP G) except when ‘MALT-Plus’ per diem for POC<br />
travel is paid to a uniformed member.<br />
NOTE 2: The maximum amount allowed for lodging<br />
(http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) in foreign countries includes a lodging tax<br />
amount. Lodging tax in foreign countries is not a separate miscellaneous reimbursable expense.<br />
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*NOTE 3: The TDY locality per diem rate is used for computation. However, if nei<strong>the</strong>r GOV’T QTRS<br />
nor commercial lodgings are available at <strong>the</strong> TDY location and lodging must be obtained in an adjacent<br />
locality at which <strong>the</strong> locality rate is higher, <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize/approve <strong>the</strong> higher locality per diem<br />
rate for <strong>the</strong> lodging location.<br />
e.<br />
Lodging with a Friend or Relative<br />
(1) Applicable to a Uniformed Service Member.<br />
Reimbursement <strong>of</strong> lodging cost is not authorized<br />
when staying with a friend or relative. A member, who lodges with a friend or relative, is authorized<br />
<strong>the</strong> TDY location M&IE rate, if o<strong>the</strong>rwise eligible.<br />
(2) Applicable to a Civilian Employee. When a traveler lodges with a friend or relative - with or<br />
without charge - <strong>the</strong> traveler may be reimbursed for additional lodging costs <strong>the</strong> host incurs in<br />
accommodating <strong>the</strong> traveler if <strong>the</strong> traveler can substantiate <strong>the</strong> costs and <strong>the</strong> AO determines <strong>the</strong> costs<br />
are reasonable. The traveler may not be reimbursed <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> comparable conventional lodging in<br />
<strong>the</strong> area or a flat “token” amount. See GSBCA 16836-RELO, 5 June 2006. A traveler, who lodges<br />
with a friend or relative, is authorized <strong>the</strong> TDY location M&IE rate, if o<strong>the</strong>rwise eligible.<br />
NOTE 1: If <strong>the</strong> friend or relative is in <strong>the</strong> business <strong>of</strong> renting on a regular basis <strong>the</strong> lodgings<br />
involved – for example, if that individual is operating a hotel or apartment house – <strong>the</strong> “friends or<br />
relatives” provision does not apply. See GSBCA 14398-TRAV, 24 Feb 1998.<br />
NOTE 2: Shortly after being transferred to a new PDS, an employee was sent TDY to <strong>the</strong> old PDS<br />
where <strong>the</strong> employee stayed at <strong>the</strong> former residence which was not yet sold. GSBCA ruled that <strong>the</strong><br />
employee was not authorized reimbursement for lodging at <strong>the</strong> former residence. See GSBCA<br />
15600-TRAV, 7 March 2002.<br />
NOTE 3: A traveler assigned at Avon Park Air Force Range (AFR), Florida lives in <strong>the</strong> Avon Park<br />
area during <strong>the</strong> week at a location approximately fifteen miles from <strong>the</strong> PDS and commutes to and<br />
from <strong>the</strong> family residence near Orlando, Florida, approximately 100 miles from <strong>the</strong> AFR, on<br />
weekends. The traveler had to attend a meeting near Orlando at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, 23 February.<br />
The meeting location was approximately twelve miles from <strong>the</strong> family residence. The meeting was to<br />
run until Friday, 25 February. The traveler began TDY travel to <strong>the</strong> Orlando area on <strong>the</strong> evening <strong>of</strong><br />
Tuesday, 22 February. GSBCA ruled that <strong>the</strong> traveler should be authorized travel expenses both to<br />
and from <strong>the</strong> TDY location and M&IE even though <strong>the</strong> traveler lodged at <strong>the</strong> family residence in <strong>the</strong><br />
TDY area. GSBCA also indicated that for <strong>the</strong> first and last days <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> TDY, 22 and 25 February<br />
(unless <strong>the</strong> traveler was authorized to return on <strong>the</strong> 26th) <strong>the</strong> traveler is authorized 75% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
applicable M&IE rate for each day. M&IE for <strong>the</strong> days between <strong>the</strong> first and last days is authorized<br />
at <strong>the</strong> full rate. Adopted from GSBCA 16652-TRAV, 26 August 2005.<br />
f. If <strong>the</strong> traveler is on TDY at one location for more than 30 days, lodging reservations should be made on<br />
a weekly, monthly, or o<strong>the</strong>r long-term basis if possible. When longer-term lodging is used, <strong>the</strong> allowable<br />
lodging cost includes <strong>the</strong> rent; charges for furniture rental (as long as an option to buy is not exercised);<br />
utilities connections, use and disconnection fees; cleaning fees; telephone monthly use fees, but not toll<br />
charges; and o<strong>the</strong>r services ordinarily provided by a hotel. The CTO should be used to make <strong>the</strong>se<br />
arrangements unless <strong>the</strong> CTO does not provide this service.<br />
(1) If a recreational vehicle (RV) is used for lodging, additional fees that are part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> lodging cost<br />
are <strong>the</strong> charge for <strong>the</strong> RV parking space, dumping and shower fees, special user fees (for example,<br />
cable TV charges) if normally included in <strong>the</strong> price <strong>of</strong> hotel rooms in <strong>the</strong> area, and plug-in fees.<br />
Expenses that do not accrue on a daily basis (such as dumping fees) may be averaged over <strong>the</strong> number<br />
<strong>of</strong> days <strong>the</strong> traveler is authorized per diem.<br />
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(2) A traveler may purchase and occupy a residence at a TDY location. Allowable expenses are <strong>the</strong><br />
monthly:<br />
(a) Mortgage interest;<br />
(b) Property tax; and<br />
(c) Utility costs actually incurred (does not include any installation and hook-up charges), e.g.,<br />
electricity, natural gas, water, fuel oil, sewer charges.<br />
prorated based on <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> days in <strong>the</strong> month ra<strong>the</strong>r than by <strong>the</strong> actual number <strong>of</strong> days <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler occupied <strong>the</strong> residence. (57 Comp. Gen. 147 (1977)). In no case may <strong>the</strong> total per diem<br />
payable exceed <strong>the</strong> applicable maximum locality rate for <strong>the</strong> area unless an AEA (see JFTR, Ch 4,<br />
Part C or JTR, Ch 4, Part M) is authorized/approved. The provisions <strong>of</strong> JFTR, par. U4141 and<br />
JTR, par. C4555-G do not apply when <strong>the</strong> residence is purchased.<br />
NOTE: A traveler who purchases or rents and occupies a residence at <strong>the</strong> TDY location may not be reimbursed<br />
for <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong>: 1. shipment <strong>of</strong> furniture from previous residence, or 2. purchase <strong>of</strong> furniture needed for<br />
unfurnished temporary duty lodgings, even if shipment/purchase was less expensive than rental would have been.<br />
See GSBCA 16699-TRAV, 17 August 2005.<br />
2.<br />
g. If <strong>the</strong> traveler incurs an exchange fee to trade an owned timeshare period for a comparable period at<br />
lodgings at <strong>the</strong> TDY point, <strong>the</strong> exchange fee (but not <strong>the</strong> annual maintenance fee) is reimbursed as a<br />
lodging cost (B-254626, 17 February 1994).<br />
Eating<br />
a. The M&IE for <strong>the</strong> departure day is 75% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> M&IE rate for <strong>the</strong> traveler's stopover point or TDY<br />
location, as appropriate, that night. If <strong>the</strong> traveler is traveling and lodging is not used, <strong>the</strong> M&IE rate is<br />
based on <strong>the</strong> next stopover point or TDY location. The M&IE for <strong>the</strong> return day to <strong>the</strong> PDS is 75% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
M&IE rate for <strong>the</strong> preceding day (last TDY location or stopover point), as appropriate. Any TDY en route<br />
locations, on <strong>the</strong> day travel ends, do not affect <strong>the</strong> M&IE rate for that return day unless overnight lodgings<br />
are required.<br />
Example<br />
1 Sep Depart PDS<br />
1 Sep Arrive TDY A ($50 M&IE)<br />
10 Sep Depart TDY A<br />
10 Sep Arrive TDY B ($60 M&IE)<br />
10 Sep Depart TDY B<br />
10 Sep Arrive PDS<br />
Pay 75% <strong>of</strong> $50 (TDY A M&IE for preceding day) on 10 Sep<br />
*b. On o<strong>the</strong>r days, <strong>the</strong> meals and incidentals allowance is <strong>the</strong> full M&IE for <strong>the</strong> TDY location or stopover<br />
point where lodgings are required unless for Uniformed Service members, <strong>the</strong> AO specifies one <strong>of</strong> two<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r meal rates based on GOV’T dining facility/mess availability. The two rates are ei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> GMR when<br />
all meals on a given day are available or <strong>the</strong> PMR when at least one meal a day is available. (Incidental<br />
expenses are added to <strong>the</strong> GMR or PMR.) A GOV’T dining facility/mess is available only if: GOV’T<br />
QTRS on a U.S. INSTALLATION are available and <strong>the</strong> command controlling <strong>the</strong> dining facility/mess has<br />
made <strong>the</strong> dining facility/mess available to <strong>the</strong> traveler. A GOV’T dining facility/mess is not available on<br />
interim travel days. When actual dining facility/mess availability differs from <strong>the</strong> pre-trip information, <strong>the</strong><br />
AO may authorize/approve a higher rate (e.g., from PMR plus incidental expenses to locality M&IE rate).<br />
The meal rate established cannot be reduced after-<strong>the</strong>-fact except for a free meal as described in par.<br />
T4040-A2c below.<br />
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NOTE:<br />
In circumstances in which adequate GOV’T QTRS are available but a member is directed to procure<br />
private sector lodgings <strong>of</strong>f <strong>the</strong> U.S. INSTALLATION, <strong>the</strong> member is treated as though <strong>the</strong> QTRS are not<br />
available and authorized <strong>the</strong> locality meal rate instead <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> GMR/PMR and $3 (in CONUS) or <strong>the</strong> locality<br />
incidental expense rate OCONUS (unless <strong>the</strong> $3.50 incidental expense rate is authorized for incidental<br />
expenses under par. T4040-A3). Just because <strong>the</strong> QTRS are available, a command cannot send a member<br />
into private sector lodgings <strong>of</strong>f <strong>the</strong> U.S. INSTALLATION and use <strong>the</strong> technical QTRS ‘availability’ to reduce<br />
<strong>the</strong> locality meal rate to GMR/PMR.<br />
c. When <strong>the</strong> GOV’T purchases at least one, but not all three, meals on a calendar day through some means<br />
such as a registration fee, <strong>the</strong> PMR plus incidental expenses applies for that day. This does not apply on<br />
travel days to and from <strong>the</strong> PDS. The GOV’T should not pay for <strong>the</strong> same meal twice (originally by<br />
registration fee, etc., and <strong>the</strong>n again through per diem). A meal that is provided to <strong>the</strong> traveler for which<br />
<strong>the</strong> GOV’T pays nothing does not affect per diem payment. A meal served on a common carrier is not<br />
"purchased by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T." The traveler must indicate on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record how many meals were free<br />
(purchased by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T) and for which dates. NOTE:<br />
If all three meals are provided, only <strong>the</strong><br />
incidental expenses for that day are payable.<br />
d. A meal provided by a friend/relative or a common carrier do not affect per diem. A complimentary<br />
meal provided by a lodging establishment does not affect per diem as long as <strong>the</strong> room charge is <strong>the</strong> same<br />
with or without meals. See JFTR, par. U4165, items 2e and 2f (uniformed member) and JTR, pars. C4554-<br />
B5 and C4554-B6 (civilian employee) when a charge for meals is added to <strong>the</strong> lodging cost. Also see<br />
JFTR, pars. U4165 and U4167 and JTR, par. C4554-B.<br />
*e. In very rare instances, <strong>the</strong> M&IE rate may not be sufficient and <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize AEA for M&IE<br />
up to 300% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> locality M&IE rate. The reimbursement limit is <strong>the</strong> lesser <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> actual expenses<br />
incurred or <strong>the</strong> AEA maximum amount. The maximum reimbursement for IE is $3.00 in CONUS and<br />
ei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> locality IE rate or $3.50 OCONUS for all full TDY days when <strong>the</strong> AO determines $3.50 IE is<br />
adequate. If AEA is authorized/approved it applies to <strong>the</strong> entire time at that location and all travel days if<br />
no o<strong>the</strong>r TDY location involved.<br />
3. Incidental Expenses (IE) . The traveler is paid an incidental expenses allowance, such as tips and laundry (in<br />
some instances), incurred while traveling. This is <strong>the</strong> IE part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> M&IE. The daily IE in CONUS is $3.00.<br />
The OCONUS daily IE is <strong>the</strong> rate for <strong>the</strong> applicable locality per diem, or $3.50 when <strong>the</strong> AO determines $3.50<br />
to be adequate for anticipated incidental expenses.<br />
NOTE 1:<br />
Applicable to a civilian employee:<br />
a. The cost incurred during TDY/PCS travel (not after arriving at or returning to <strong>the</strong> PDS) for personal<br />
laundry, dry-cleaning, and pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing is a separately reimbursable travel expense in addition to<br />
per diem/AEA when travel is within CONUS and requires at least 4 consecutive nights TDY/PCS lodging<br />
in CONUS.<br />
b. The cost for laundry, dry-cleaning, and/or pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing is not a separately reimbursable travel<br />
expense for travel OCONUS and is included as an incidental expense within <strong>the</strong> per diem authorized for<br />
OCONUS travel.<br />
NOTE 2:<br />
Applicable to a uniformed member:<br />
a. The cost incurred during TDY travel (not after returning to <strong>the</strong> PDS) for personal laundry/drycleaning<br />
and pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing, up to an average <strong>of</strong> $2 per day, is a separately reimbursable travel<br />
expense in addition to per diem/AEA when travel within CONUS requires at least 7 consecutive nights<br />
TDY lodging in CONUS.<br />
b. The cost incurred during TDY travel for personal laundry/dry-cleaning and pressing <strong>of</strong> clothing is<br />
not a separately reimbursable expense for OCONUS travel and is part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> incidental expense<br />
allowance included within <strong>the</strong> per diem rates authorized for OCONUS travel.<br />
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B.<br />
Lodging Overnight Required - Schoolhouse Training Standards<br />
1. Schoolhouse training standards are <strong>the</strong> same as for business travel. However, for training, <strong>the</strong> training<br />
location commander, not <strong>the</strong> AO, decides if GOV’T QTRS use by a uniformed member is directed and if one <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> two M&IE rates based on GOV’T dining facility/mess availability is appropriate. GOV’T QTRS use and/or<br />
GOV’T dining facility/mess may not be directed for a civilian employee. See par. T4040-A1c.<br />
*2. In some situations, <strong>the</strong> Secretary Concerned may authorize EUM for students in particular courses when<br />
readiness requires GOV’T dining facility/mess use. When EUM applies, a member receives <strong>the</strong> incidental<br />
expenses amount, a civilian employee receives <strong>the</strong> incidental expenses amount and reimbursement for <strong>the</strong><br />
amount paid for food. The prohibition on <strong>the</strong> meal portion <strong>of</strong> per diem begins at 0001 on <strong>the</strong> first full EUM day<br />
and ends at 2400 on <strong>the</strong> last full EUM day. The AO may authorize/approve <strong>the</strong> actual amount paid up to <strong>the</strong><br />
PMR for commercial meals <strong>the</strong> traveler is required to purchase.<br />
*3. The Trip Record must indicate dining facility/mess availability. If that information is not available prior to<br />
<strong>the</strong> trip, <strong>the</strong> information must be provided to <strong>the</strong> traveler upon arrival at <strong>the</strong> school and <strong>the</strong> trip report changed.<br />
When actual dining facility/mess availability differs from <strong>the</strong> pre-trip information, <strong>the</strong> AO may approve on a<br />
daily basis <strong>the</strong> PMR (1 or 2 meals) plus incidental expense or <strong>the</strong> locality M&IE rate (all 3 meals) depending on<br />
how many meals were available. The traveler must note on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record how many meals by date were not<br />
available.<br />
*C. Lodging Overnight Required - Standards for Deployment, Personnel Traveling Toge<strong>the</strong>r with No/Limited<br />
Reimbursement, and TDY aboard Ships.<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r reimbursable expenses (par. T4040-F and App. G) are authorized in<br />
<strong>the</strong> same manner as for business travel. The AO may authorize/approve <strong>the</strong> actual amount paid up to <strong>the</strong> PMR (but<br />
no incidental expenses) for meals and/or payment for lodging when <strong>the</strong> traveler is not authorized per diem but is<br />
required to purchase <strong>the</strong>se items. See par. T4040-A1c if <strong>the</strong> lodging cost exceeds <strong>the</strong> published maximum rate.<br />
1. The phrase ‘Personnel traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r’ refers to travel away from <strong>the</strong> PDS during which <strong>the</strong> mission<br />
requires control <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> group <strong>of</strong> travelers. Ordinary business travel reimbursements apply unless <strong>the</strong> travelers’<br />
authorization/order directs no/limited reimbursement, in which case all transportation, food, lodging, and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
items ordinarily reimbursed, should be provided to <strong>the</strong> travelers. No per diem is payable when no/limited<br />
reimbursement is directed in <strong>the</strong> authorization/order for personnel traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r. The restriction on<br />
paying per diem only includes travel days between duty locations and does not involve allowances for full days<br />
at duty locations. The per diem prohibition begins when <strong>the</strong> member departs <strong>the</strong> PDS and ends at 2400 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
day <strong>the</strong> member arrives at <strong>the</strong> TDY location. The prohibition begins again at 0001 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> departure day from<br />
<strong>the</strong> TDY location until arrival at <strong>the</strong> PDS. The typical member pays <strong>the</strong> food cost without operating expense,<br />
and a civilian employee pays <strong>the</strong> food cost and operating expense. A civilian employee is authorized<br />
reimbursement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> amount paid for food. Directing several personnel to travel toge<strong>the</strong>r with no/limited<br />
reimbursement must never be done simply to save travel funds.<br />
2. Training exercises, maneuvers, war games, and similar types <strong>of</strong> operations may be classified as field duty<br />
when everything ordinarily associated with per diem is furnished without charge. Per diem is not payable<br />
during field duty. The prohibition on per diem begins at 0001 on <strong>the</strong> first full day <strong>of</strong> field duty and ends at<br />
2400 on <strong>the</strong> last full day <strong>of</strong> field duty. Lodging is provided and <strong>the</strong> typical member pays some amount for food;<br />
a civilian employee also pays for food. A civilian employee is authorized reimbursement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> amount paid for<br />
food. When <strong>the</strong> Secretary Concerned, or Combatant Commander or JTF commander for a joint deployment,<br />
determines that GOV’T dining facility/mess use is essential to accomplish training and readiness, EUM applies.<br />
The meals portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> M&IE is not payable to a member. A civilian employee is authorized reimbursement<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> amount paid for food. Each EUM traveler is authorized <strong>the</strong> incidental expense. See par. T4020-B2.<br />
*3. Joint deployments involve <strong>the</strong> temporary assignment <strong>of</strong> travelers <strong>of</strong> more than one uniformed service to a<br />
provisional force formed for a specific task or operation. TDY options include regular business travel, EUM, or<br />
field duty. The Combatant or JTF Commander determines <strong>the</strong> appropriate option and may specify different<br />
options for different locations. For example, field duty might be appropriate for <strong>the</strong> deployed force main body,<br />
but business travel might be appropriate for an interim staging base. In choosing <strong>the</strong> option to use, <strong>the</strong><br />
Combatant or JTF Commander should consider, in <strong>the</strong> following priority: business travel, EUM, field duty.<br />
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Under normal circumstances, <strong>the</strong> Combatant Commander should choose business travel unless operational<br />
circumstances dictate o<strong>the</strong>rwise. In general, business travel is appropriate for peacekeeping, humanitarian, and<br />
relief missions. The Combatant or JTF Commander may authorize EUM when it enhances operational<br />
readiness, <strong>the</strong> conduct <strong>of</strong> military operations, or is necessary to conduct training. It applies to units only, not to<br />
an individual traveler. Table 1 shows <strong>the</strong> effect <strong>of</strong> each option on per diem. Exception: A traveler receiving<br />
<strong>the</strong> GMR rate while TDY to a JTF Commander’s area <strong>of</strong> responsibility (AOR), who travels within that AOR,<br />
is not traveling for M&IE purposes for par. T4040-A2b (e.g., If a TDY traveler travels from one location in<br />
<strong>the</strong> AOR to ano<strong>the</strong>r location in <strong>the</strong> AOR, and <strong>the</strong> GMR rate applies to both locations, <strong>the</strong>n <strong>the</strong> GMR applies<br />
for that day unless GOV’T meals are not available). The Combatant or JTF Commander must<br />
communicate <strong>the</strong> TDY option decision (including <strong>the</strong> appropriate meal rate) to <strong>the</strong> appropriate Services<br />
for inclusion in travel authorizations/orders.<br />
*4.<br />
TDY aboard Ships<br />
a. No per diem is payable when TDY aboard a U.S. ship since GOV’T QTRS and dining facility/mess are<br />
provided. A civilian employee is reimbursed for <strong>the</strong> amount paid for food. The prohibition on per diem<br />
begins at 0001 on <strong>the</strong> day after <strong>the</strong> arrival day on board and ends at 2400 on <strong>the</strong> day before <strong>the</strong> departure<br />
day from <strong>the</strong> ship. There is no per diem paid for <strong>the</strong> first and/or last travel day by GOV’T ship when it<br />
departs from <strong>the</strong> port at <strong>the</strong> traveler’s PDS and/or returns to <strong>the</strong> port at <strong>the</strong> PDS.<br />
b. The AO may authorize payment <strong>of</strong> a per diem when <strong>the</strong> traveler is TDY aboard a foreign or commercial<br />
ship and incurs an expense for o<strong>the</strong>r than GOV’T meals. The AO may establish a per diem allowance<br />
equal to <strong>the</strong> daily expenses.<br />
*c. Civilian Employee Only. In <strong>the</strong> event an employee maintains commercial lodgings ashore for use<br />
following <strong>the</strong> completion <strong>of</strong> short trips at sea, <strong>the</strong> employee is paid <strong>the</strong> actual daily lodgings cost, NTE <strong>the</strong><br />
locality per diem lodging ceiling for <strong>the</strong> TDY location ashore. Reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> total cost <strong>of</strong> QTRS<br />
on <strong>the</strong> ship and lodgings ashore may not exceed <strong>the</strong> maximum lodging amount prescribed in <strong>the</strong> per<br />
diem rates at http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html for <strong>the</strong> TDY locality concerned.<br />
When an employee is authorized to procure meals ashore at personal expense, reimbursement is authorized<br />
as prescribed in pars. T4040-A2. In any event, <strong>the</strong> total per diem allowance may not exceed <strong>the</strong> applicable<br />
maximum rate prescribed in <strong>the</strong> per diem rates at http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html<br />
for <strong>the</strong> TDY locality concerned.<br />
*5. Contingency Operation Flat Rate Per Diem (uniformed member only) . See par. U4105-I.<br />
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*6.<br />
<strong>JOINT</strong> TASK FORCE OPERATIONS TDY OPTIONS<br />
TABLE 1<br />
DEPLOYMENT - <strong>JOINT</strong> OPERATIONS TDY OPTIONS<br />
Subsist Ashore<br />
TDY OPTION SUBSISTENCE PER DIEM REMARKS<br />
Business Travel Commercial Lodging and Commercial Lodging and Member/Civilian Employee<br />
Meals<br />
M&IE Pays for Lodging and Meals<br />
GOV’T Lodging and GOV’T Dining<br />
Lodging and Member/Civilian Employee<br />
Facility/Mess – Permanent U.S.<br />
M&IE Pays for Lodging and Full<br />
INSTALLATION<br />
Meal Rate 1/ for GOV’T<br />
Meals<br />
GOV’T Lodging and GOV’T Meals – Lodging and Member/Civilian Employee<br />
Temporary U.S. INSTALLATION or<br />
M&IE Pays for Lodging and for<br />
Temporary Dining Facilities Established for<br />
GOV’T Meals at Discount<br />
JTF Operation<br />
Meal Rate 2/<br />
GOV’T Lodging and Commercial Meals Lodging and Member/Civilian Employee<br />
M&IE Pays for Lodging and Meals<br />
Commercial Lodging and GOV’T Dining Lodging and Member/Civilian Employee<br />
Facility/Mess (In AOR only)<br />
M&IE Pays for Lodging and Full<br />
Meal Rate for GOV’T Meals<br />
EUM GOV’T Lodging and Use <strong>of</strong> GOV’T Dining IE Civilian Employee Pays for<br />
Facility/Mess is Essential for Training and<br />
GOV’T Meals at Full Meal<br />
Readiness Purposes<br />
Rate<br />
Field Duty GOV’T Lodging, Dining Facility/Mess and None Civilian Employee pays for<br />
Incidentals Provided<br />
GOV’T Meals at Full Meal<br />
Rate<br />
Subsist Aboard U.S. GOV’T Ship 3/<br />
TDY GOV’T Lodging and GOV’T Meals None Civilian Employee Pays for<br />
Meals<br />
1/ Full Meal Rate = Food costs plus operating expenses.<br />
2/ Discount Meal Rate = Food costs only.<br />
3/ A member/civilian employee deployed who is ordered to subsist ashore – see “Subsist Ashore” (above table) for<br />
authorization/order type and payment guidelines.<br />
NOTE:<br />
For BAS see DODFMR, Volume 7A, Ch 25 or Coast Guard, COMDTINST M7220.29 (series), Ch 3.<br />
D.<br />
Lodging Overnight Not Required<br />
1.<br />
Transportation<br />
a. It is mandatory that a traveler arrange transportation through an available CTO, even though overnight<br />
lodging is not required.<br />
b. If travel is in <strong>the</strong> local area (see JFTR, par. U3500 and JTR, par. C2400-B) around <strong>the</strong> PDS, a GOV’T<br />
vehicle, public transportation paid for by <strong>the</strong> command, or a POC may be used.<br />
c. See. JFTR, par. U3320 and JTR, par. C2192 for travel to/from a transportation terminal.<br />
d. If a POC is used to and from home, <strong>the</strong> traveler is authorized <strong>the</strong> standard mileage rate for <strong>the</strong> distance<br />
driven, minus <strong>the</strong> normal distance driven to and from work. This most <strong>of</strong>ten affects <strong>the</strong> PDS.<br />
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e. If <strong>the</strong> traveler does not travel by POC to work every day, <strong>the</strong> traveler is reimbursed <strong>the</strong> standard mileage<br />
rate for <strong>the</strong> distance driven, less <strong>the</strong> traveler’s normal transportation cost to get to work.<br />
f. The AO determines reimbursement based on <strong>the</strong> difference between <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> using <strong>the</strong> POC and <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler’s normal cost to get to work.<br />
g. Commercial transportation expense reimbursement is authorized/ approved only if <strong>the</strong> expenses incurred<br />
for travel to <strong>the</strong> alternate work site exceed <strong>the</strong> expenses ordinarily incurred by <strong>the</strong> traveler to commute to<br />
<strong>the</strong> PDS workplace.<br />
h. A traveler is authorized reimbursement for o<strong>the</strong>r expenses such as tolls and parking when using a POC.<br />
i. For distance determination see JFTR, par. U2020 or JTR, par. C1065 (DTOD requirements).<br />
*2. Meals.<br />
With two limited exceptions (see par. T4060-B14), a traveler may not be paid for meals within <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler's PDS boundaries. For travel outside <strong>the</strong> PDS limits, when <strong>the</strong> TDY is more than 12 hours,<br />
reimbursement is 75% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> M&IE rate for <strong>the</strong> TDY location (using <strong>the</strong> highest rate if <strong>the</strong>re is more than one<br />
TDY location). No per diem is authorized when TDY is for 12 or fewer hours. However, <strong>the</strong> AO may<br />
authorize/approve reimbursement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> actual amount paid, up to <strong>the</strong> PMR (not including incidental expenses)<br />
for <strong>the</strong> TDY location, when a uniformed member spends more than <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> normal meal arrangements<br />
during travel outside <strong>the</strong> PDS limits. See JFTR, par. U4510 for occasional meals authority.<br />
NOTE:<br />
Mission-related or personal expenses are not reimbursable. These include batteries, tools, film, gifts for<br />
childcare, house care, pet care, hotel concierge, or workout room/gym fees, and similar expenses.<br />
E. Miscellaneous Reimbursable Expenses.<br />
See APP G.<br />
F.<br />
Reimbursement for Travel Expenses at <strong>the</strong> TDY Location<br />
1. Reimbursement is authorized for necessary travel expenses at <strong>the</strong> TDY location. For specific expenses see<br />
par. T4030.<br />
2. GOV’T vehicle/special conveyance use is limited to <strong>of</strong>ficial purposes such as transportation to and from (65<br />
Comp. Gen. 253 (1986)):<br />
a. Duty sites,<br />
b. Lodgings,<br />
c. Dining facilities,<br />
d. Drugstores,<br />
e. Barber shops,<br />
f. Places <strong>of</strong> worship,<br />
g. Cleaning establishments, and<br />
h. Similar places required for <strong>the</strong> traveler's subsistence, health or comfort<br />
3. If a GOV’T vehicle/special conveyance is not authorized, <strong>the</strong> traveler is authorized reimbursement for<br />
necessary public transportation costs.<br />
*4. If POC use is authorized/approved, reimbursement is <strong>the</strong> automobile TDY mileage rate times <strong>the</strong> miles<br />
driven for <strong>the</strong> necessary travel around <strong>the</strong> TDY location.<br />
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5. The traveler must note <strong>the</strong> required miles driven.<br />
T4045 <strong>TRAVEL</strong> ALLOWANCES FOR AN RC MEMBER (48 Comp. Gen. 301 (1968))<br />
A. <strong>General</strong>. Par. T4045 applies to an RC member on active/inactive duty under an authorization/ order that<br />
provides for return home. See par. U7150 for travel <strong>of</strong> a cadet and midshipman travel, an applicant and Senior<br />
Reserve <strong>Office</strong>rs’ Training Corps (SROTC) member, RC member travel for medical and dental care, a Ready RC<br />
member on muster duty, a retiree called to active duty, active-duty-for-training tours <strong>of</strong> 140 or more days at one<br />
location (except as noted in par. U2146), and active-duty-for-o<strong>the</strong>r-than-training for more than 180 days at one<br />
location (except as noted in par. T4045-E4).<br />
B. Inactive Duty Training. An RC member commits to an obligation to participate in a finite number <strong>of</strong> scheduled<br />
training periods (inactive duty training (IDT) unit drills) a year. Each Service has a different term for <strong>the</strong>se training<br />
periods, such as unit training assemblies, or weekend drills. Inherent in this obligation is <strong>the</strong> travel between <strong>the</strong><br />
member’s home and <strong>the</strong> location at which <strong>the</strong> member normally performs “drill” (<strong>the</strong> armory, reserve center,<br />
assembly location, etc.). The member receives no reimbursement for that travel except as provided in par. T4045-G.<br />
For par. T4045-B, <strong>the</strong> Assigned Unit is an RC member’s designated post <strong>of</strong> duty and <strong>the</strong> TDY Station is an alternate<br />
site outside <strong>the</strong> local commuting area (see par. U3500) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> member’s assigned unit or home.<br />
*1. Travel from Home to Assigned Unit or Alternate Site in Local Commuting Area. There is no authorization<br />
for travel and transportation allowances. In some cases <strong>of</strong> a Select Reserve member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Ready Reserve,<br />
travel expense reimbursement may be authorized/approved under par. T4045-G. The member may be<br />
authorized/approved reimbursement under par. T4040-F for transportation expenses in and around <strong>the</strong> unit/site.<br />
When <strong>the</strong> member travels between home and an alternate site, <strong>the</strong> member is paid mileage for <strong>the</strong> distance that<br />
exceeds <strong>the</strong> distance from home to <strong>the</strong> assigned unit.<br />
2. Travel from Home/Assigned Unit or O<strong>the</strong>r Location to TDY Station. The member is authorized allowances<br />
in pars. T4040 and T4030, limited to travel cost from <strong>the</strong> assigned unit.<br />
3. Travel from a Location O<strong>the</strong>r than Home/Assigned Unit to an Alternate Site within <strong>the</strong> Local Commuting<br />
Area. There is no authorization for travel and transportation allowances; however, <strong>the</strong> member is paid TDY<br />
mileage for <strong>the</strong> distance traveled limited to <strong>the</strong> distance from <strong>the</strong> assigned unit to <strong>the</strong> alternate site less <strong>the</strong><br />
distance from home to assigned unit.<br />
C. Travel for AT. For AT travel, a member is authorized payment for 1 round trip between home and <strong>the</strong> AT site<br />
under par. T4030. If <strong>the</strong> AT is performed in two or more separate tours, <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize round-trip<br />
transportation for each tour. Per diem is payable under par. T4040-A for travel days to and from <strong>the</strong> AT location,<br />
unless <strong>the</strong> member commutes daily or <strong>the</strong> AO determines <strong>the</strong> member can commute.<br />
D. Per Diem Not Payable. No per diem is payable to:<br />
1. An RC member at an AT site when both GOV’T QTRS and meals are available; however, <strong>the</strong> member is<br />
authorized reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> GOV’T QTRS cost. If GOV’T QTRS and/or dining facility/mess are not<br />
available, per diem is payable under par. T4040-A;<br />
2. An RC member on active duty without pay;<br />
3. A newly enlisted member undergoing training when both GOV’T QTRS and dining facility/mess are<br />
available;<br />
4. A Public Health Service <strong>of</strong>ficer called to active duty for Commissioned <strong>Office</strong>r Student Extern Program<br />
(COSTEP);<br />
5. An RC member who commutes daily or <strong>the</strong> AO determines can commute except for authority under par.<br />
T4040-C if required to remain at <strong>the</strong> place <strong>of</strong> duty overnight outside <strong>the</strong> home’s city limits;<br />
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6. An RC member on inactive duty training except when duty is performed at a location o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> assigned<br />
unit (designated post <strong>of</strong> duty includes training duty station, drill site and city where located) or local area (see<br />
par. U3500) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> assigned unit or home. If required to occupy transient GOV’T housing, reimbursement for<br />
actual lodging cost is authorized;<br />
7. A Standby RC member voluntarily performing without pay.<br />
E. Per Diem. When An RC member is ordered to:<br />
1. Schoolhouse training, par. T4030 applies for transportation and par. T4040-B for per diem;<br />
2. Deploy, to be one <strong>of</strong> personnel traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r under an authorization/order directing no/limited<br />
reimbursement, on unit travel, field duty, or at sea training, par. T4040-C applies for per diem for periods under<br />
20 weeks. Par. T4030 applies for transportation;<br />
3. Active-duty-for-training (o<strong>the</strong>r than schoolhouse) for fewer than 140 days or active-duty-for-o<strong>the</strong>r-thantraining<br />
for 180 or fewer days, per diem is determined under business travel rules in par. T4040-A, and<br />
transportation under par. T4030;<br />
4. Active-duty-for-o<strong>the</strong>r-than-training for more than 180 days because <strong>of</strong> unusual or emergency circumstances<br />
or exigencies <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Service and <strong>the</strong> Secretarial Process authorizes per diem, per diem is determined under <strong>the</strong><br />
business travel rules in par. T4040-A (or deployment rules in par. T4040-C), and transportation under par.<br />
T4030.<br />
F. Funeral Honors Duty. An RC member who performs funeral honors in a funeral honors duty status (under 10<br />
USC §12503 or 32 USC §115) at a location 50 or more miles from <strong>the</strong> member’s residence is authorized travel and<br />
transportation allowances as for business travel under pars. T4030 and T4040-A & T4040-D.<br />
Effective for travel that occurs 20 March 2008 through and including 31 December 2010<br />
G. Inactive Duty Training Outside Normal Commuting Distance. The Secretary Concerned may authorize<br />
reimbursement to an eligible Selected Reserve member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Ready Reserve for travel and transportation related<br />
expenses for travel to an inactive duty training location (assigned unit – designated post <strong>of</strong> duty) to perform inactive<br />
duty training when <strong>the</strong> member is required to commute outside <strong>the</strong> local commuting distance. For par. T4045-G,<br />
‘outside <strong>the</strong> local commuting distance” is defined as <strong>the</strong> local travel area as prescribed under par. U3500, but not<br />
less than 150 miles one-way by DTOD.<br />
1. Eligible Member. A Selected Reserve member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Ready Reserve (and not just any RC member) must<br />
be:<br />
a. Qualified in a skill designated as critically short by <strong>the</strong> Service Secretary;<br />
b. Assigned to a Selected Reserve unit with a critical staffing shortage or in a pay grade in <strong>the</strong> member’s<br />
RC with a critical staffing shortage; or<br />
c. Assigned to a unit or position that is disestablished or relocated as a result <strong>of</strong> Defense BRAC or ano<strong>the</strong>r<br />
force structure reallocation.<br />
2. Reimbursement. The following travel and transportation expenses for travel to and from an inactive duty<br />
training location to perform inactive duty training may be reimbursed, NTE a total <strong>of</strong> $300 for each round trip.<br />
a. Transportation. When commercial transportation is used, reimbursement is authorized for <strong>the</strong> actual cost<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> transportation used to include transportation between home and <strong>the</strong> transportation terminal and<br />
between <strong>the</strong> transportation terminal and <strong>the</strong> training location. When POC is used, reimbursement is<br />
authorized for <strong>the</strong> actual expense incurred (gas; oil; highway, bridge, and tunnel tolls; parking fees; and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r necessary expenses incurred incident to such travel). NOTE: Payment may not be on a commuted<br />
basis, such as a mileage allowance for transportation costs.<br />
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b. Lodging and Meals. The actual cost <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> member’s lodging (including tax (see NOTE), tips, and<br />
service charges) and actual cost <strong>of</strong> meals (including tax and tips, but not including alcoholic beverages)<br />
may be reimbursed NTE <strong>the</strong> per diem rate (http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) for <strong>the</strong><br />
area concerned.<br />
NOTE:<br />
1. The maximum allowed for CONUS or non-foreign OCONUS area lodging<br />
(http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) does not include a lodging tax amount.<br />
Lodging tax in CONUS or a non-foreign OCONUS area is a separate miscellaneous reimbursable<br />
expense except when ‘MALT-Plus’ for POC travel is paid.<br />
2. The maximum allowed for foreign OCONUS area lodging<br />
(http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/perdiem/pdrates.html) includes a lodging tax amount. Lodging tax in<br />
a foreign OCONUS area is not a separate miscellaneous reimbursable expense.<br />
H. Summary <strong>of</strong> Allowances for An RC Member<br />
1. Table 1 - Active Duty with Pay<br />
ACTIVE DUTY WITH PAY 1/<br />
TABLE 1<br />
Situation 2/ Transportation 3/4/ Per Diem<br />
Annual training duty 5/ Par. T4030 applies. Not authorized if GOV’T QTRS 6/<br />
& dining facility/mess available 7/;<br />
PHS <strong>of</strong>ficers called to active duty<br />
for Commissioned <strong>Office</strong>r Student<br />
and Extern Program (COSTEP).<br />
Pipeline Student--newly enlisted<br />
member undergoing training.<br />
Member commutes or AO<br />
determines member can commute.<br />
Active duty for training for fewer<br />
than 140 days or active duty for<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r than training for 180 or fewer<br />
days at one location.<br />
Active duty for o<strong>the</strong>r than training,<br />
required by unusual or emergency<br />
circumstances or Service exigencies,<br />
for more than 180 days.<br />
else par. T4040 applies.<br />
Par. T4030 applies. Not authorized.<br />
Normally performed as personnel<br />
traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r with no/limited<br />
reimbursement (par. T4040-C). If<br />
not, may be authorized<br />
reimbursement under par. T4030.<br />
Par. T4030-E applies for one-round<br />
trip only provided <strong>the</strong> place <strong>of</strong> active<br />
duty is outside home’s town/city<br />
limits.<br />
Not authorized if GOV’T QTRS &<br />
dining facility/mess available.<br />
Not authorized - payment may be<br />
authorized under par. T4040-C if<br />
required to remain overnight at place<br />
<strong>of</strong> duty outside home’s town/city<br />
limits.<br />
Par. T4030 applies. Par. T4040 applies.<br />
Par. T4030 applies if <strong>the</strong> Secretarial<br />
Process authorizes per diem;<br />
o<strong>the</strong>rwise Ch 5 applies.<br />
Par. T4040 applies if <strong>the</strong> Secretarial<br />
Process authorizes per diem;<br />
o<strong>the</strong>rwise Ch 5 applies.<br />
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2. Table 2 - Active Duty without Pay<br />
*ACTIVE DUTY WITHOUT PAY<br />
TABLE 2<br />
Situation 2/ Transportation 3/4/ Per Diem<br />
O<strong>the</strong>rs performing duty without pay. Service discretion to reimburse<br />
under par. T4040-C (as for<br />
personnel traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r with<br />
no/limited reimbursement) and/or<br />
par. T4030-E (reimbursement on<br />
mileage basis) none for an RC<br />
Standby Reserve member.<br />
FOOTNOTES FOR TABLES 1 AND 2<br />
*Not authorized except occasional<br />
meals and/or QTRS may be<br />
authorized/approved (see par.<br />
T4040-C) for travel days only 8/.<br />
1/ Applies to An RC member called/ordered to active duty with pay under an authorization/order that provides for<br />
return to home or place from which called/ordered to active duty. Includes a retired member called to active duty<br />
with or without pay (except for periodic physicals for a member on <strong>the</strong> TDRL, see JFTR, par. U7250).<br />
2/ Except as noted in JFTR, par. U2146.<br />
3/ No travel and transportation allowances are authorized if place <strong>of</strong> duty and home are in <strong>the</strong> corporate limits <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
same city or town.<br />
4/ An RC member may not be paid for commuting from home to duty - only one round-trip may be paid per active<br />
duty period.<br />
5/ Since a training location is <strong>the</strong> PDS, no per diem is payable when GOV’T QTRS and dining facility/mess are<br />
available. Per diem is payable when TDY away from <strong>the</strong> training location or for traveling to and from <strong>the</strong> AT<br />
location if not in a commuting status.<br />
6/ Temporary lodging facilities are not GOV’T QTRS for purposes <strong>of</strong> this table.<br />
7/ An RC member on active duty for training not o<strong>the</strong>rwise authorized per diem who occupies transient GOV’T<br />
housing may be reimbursed <strong>the</strong> actual cost incurred for service charges/lodging.<br />
8/ An RC member on active duty for training not o<strong>the</strong>rwise authorized per diem who occupies transient GOV’T<br />
QTRS may be reimbursed <strong>the</strong> actual cost incurred for service charges/lodging.<br />
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3. Table 3 - Inactive Duty with or without Pay<br />
INACTIVE DUTY TRAINING WITH OR WITHOUT PAY 1/2/3/<br />
TABLE 3<br />
This Table is for informational purposes only. Allowances are prescribed in par. T4045.<br />
Situation Transportation Per Diem<br />
Travel from home to Assigned Unit 1. May be authorized reimbursement Not authorized.<br />
or alternate site in local commuting under par. T4040-F.<br />
area <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> member’s assigned unit 2. When <strong>the</strong> member travels<br />
or home. 4<br />
between home and an alternate site,<br />
<strong>the</strong> member is paid mileage for <strong>the</strong><br />
distance that exceeds <strong>the</strong> distance<br />
from home to <strong>the</strong> assigned unit.<br />
Travel from home/assigned unit to Par. T4030 applies limited to travel Par. T4040 applies.<br />
TDY Station.<br />
cost from <strong>the</strong> assigned unit.<br />
Travel from a location o<strong>the</strong>r than Par. T4030 applies limited to travel Par. T4040 applies.<br />
home/assigned unit to TDY Station. cost from <strong>the</strong> assigned unit.<br />
Travel from a location o<strong>the</strong>r than The member is paid mileage for <strong>the</strong> Not authorized.<br />
home/assigned unit to alternate site distance limited to <strong>the</strong> distance from<br />
within <strong>the</strong> local commuting area. <strong>the</strong> assigned unit to <strong>the</strong> alternate site<br />
less <strong>the</strong> distance from home to<br />
assigned unit.<br />
RC Standby Reserve member<br />
voluntarily performing without pay.<br />
Not authorized. Not authorized.<br />
FOOTNOTES FOR TABLE 3<br />
1/ For travel and transportation allowance purposes, <strong>the</strong> assigned unit is <strong>the</strong> designated post <strong>of</strong> duty.<br />
2/ TDY station is alternate site outside <strong>the</strong> local commuting area (see par. U3500) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> member's assigned unit or<br />
home for par. T4045.<br />
3/ An RC member on inactive duty for training who is not o<strong>the</strong>rwise authorized per diem and who occupies transient<br />
GOV’T housing may be reimbursed <strong>the</strong> actual cost incurred for service charges/lodging.<br />
4/ See par. T4045-G for limited authority for a Selected Reserve member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Ready Reserve to be reimbursed<br />
travel and transportation expenses when <strong>the</strong> assigned unit is outside <strong>the</strong> member’s normal commuting distance.<br />
T4050 TAKING A TYPICAL BUSINESS TRIP<br />
A. Before <strong>the</strong> Trip<br />
1. Getting a Cost Estimate. Each traveler should get a CTO should-cost estimate for <strong>the</strong> trip. It is <strong>the</strong> key to<br />
several travel and trip funding decisions. It lets <strong>the</strong> traveler and <strong>the</strong> AO know up-front <strong>the</strong> standard and actual<br />
arrangements, <strong>the</strong>ir associated costs, and <strong>the</strong> allowance maximums. It includes transportation costs to and from<br />
<strong>the</strong> TDY location, lodging costs (including tax), and rental car (if authorized) fees. The estimate also must<br />
reflect <strong>the</strong> per diem rate broken out by M&IE and lodging. A traveler may ask <strong>the</strong> CTO to estimate <strong>the</strong> amount<br />
for using a private vehicle or o<strong>the</strong>r commercial transportation.<br />
*2. Tailoring <strong>the</strong> Trip. The AO decides if <strong>the</strong> traveler should use non-standard arrangements for mission<br />
reasons. The AO may authorize/approve certain changes for <strong>the</strong> traveler’s convenience (for example, using a<br />
car instead <strong>of</strong> flying). However, <strong>the</strong> standard arrangement's should-cost estimate (as <strong>the</strong> AO approves for<br />
mission reasons) is <strong>the</strong> reimbursement baseline.<br />
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3. Getting Authorization for Travel. The AO authorizes <strong>the</strong> TDY, <strong>the</strong> arrangements, and obligates funds to pay<br />
for <strong>the</strong> trip. The CTO updates <strong>the</strong> Trip Record with <strong>the</strong> fund cite provided by <strong>the</strong> AO. The resulting document<br />
is <strong>the</strong> travel authorization.<br />
4. The Travel Packet. The CTO gives <strong>the</strong> traveler <strong>the</strong> Trip Record with <strong>the</strong> confirmed reservations and<br />
commercial tickets. The TO provides <strong>the</strong> documents needed for GOV’T transportation if <strong>the</strong> CTO does not<br />
provide this service.<br />
5. Paying for Arranged Services and Getting Cash to Pay for Expenses while Traveling. The CTO must charge<br />
airline tickets, lodging, and rental car reservations on <strong>the</strong> traveler’s individual or unit GTCC; airline tickets in<br />
some cases may be charged to a CBA. While on <strong>the</strong> trip, <strong>the</strong> traveler should charge o<strong>the</strong>r expenses incident to<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel on <strong>the</strong>ir individual or unit GTCC whenever possible. For <strong>of</strong>ficial travel-related expenses that<br />
cannot be charged, <strong>the</strong> traveler can avoid using personal funds by using <strong>the</strong> individual IBA to obtain cash<br />
advances or travelers checks. Advances are not an option on unit travel cards.<br />
B. During <strong>the</strong> Trip<br />
1. Changing Plans. If travel plans change from <strong>the</strong> itinerary, <strong>the</strong> traveler should call <strong>the</strong> CTO’s 24-hour 1-800<br />
number, if possible, to have <strong>the</strong> needed changes made. The CTO must update <strong>the</strong> traveler’s Trip Record. The<br />
AO may approve <strong>the</strong> changes after <strong>the</strong> trip is complete. However, it is best if <strong>the</strong> traveler gets <strong>the</strong> AO’s<br />
authorization up-front, and has <strong>the</strong> Trip Record updated. In any case, <strong>the</strong> traveler is reimbursed only for<br />
changes <strong>the</strong> AO approves on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record.<br />
2. Receipts. The traveler must keep all receipts for lodging and receipts for any individual <strong>of</strong>ficial travel<br />
expense <strong>of</strong> $75 or more.<br />
C. After <strong>the</strong> Traveler Returns<br />
1. Filling out <strong>the</strong> Expense Report. A traveler should fill out and turn in <strong>the</strong> expense report portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Trip<br />
Record within 5 working days after returning from <strong>the</strong> trip. The receipts are to be attached to <strong>the</strong> expense<br />
report. EFT is <strong>the</strong> preferred method <strong>of</strong> reimbursement. Within EFT, <strong>the</strong> traveler has two options. The traveler<br />
may request:<br />
(a) Direct electronic transfer to <strong>the</strong> GTCC company <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> authorized expenses charged to <strong>the</strong> IBA with<br />
<strong>the</strong> remainder going to <strong>the</strong> traveler’s personal bank account, or<br />
(b) An electronic transfer <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> full amount to <strong>the</strong> traveler’s personal bank account. Under option (a), <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler must not have to write a check to <strong>the</strong> GTCC company for <strong>of</strong>ficial expenses charged.<br />
2. Getting It Approved. The AO must approve <strong>the</strong> expenses on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record for <strong>the</strong> traveler to get paid.<br />
This includes reviewing <strong>the</strong> required receipts.<br />
3. Turning in <strong>the</strong> Expense Report. A finance <strong>of</strong>fice or an <strong>of</strong>fice contractually arranged by <strong>the</strong> traveler’s Service<br />
or Agency may provide this service. The amount paid is <strong>the</strong> amount <strong>the</strong> AO approves.<br />
4. Random Audits. Random audits <strong>of</strong> travel expense reports are conducted.<br />
5. Lost/Stolen/Unused Tickets. See JFTR, par. U2515-A and JTR, par. C1320-A. The traveler:<br />
a. Must safeguard tickets, if issued, carefully at all times;<br />
b. Must immediately report a lost or stolen ticket to <strong>the</strong> issuing CTO;<br />
c. Is financially responsible to purchase a replacement ticket;<br />
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d. Must not be reimbursed for <strong>the</strong> purchase <strong>of</strong> a replacement ticket until <strong>the</strong> GOV’T has received a refund<br />
for <strong>the</strong> lost/stolen ticket;<br />
e. Is authorized reimbursement initially only for <strong>the</strong> first ticket purchased (if <strong>the</strong> traveler paid for both<br />
tickets). If <strong>the</strong> first ticket is recovered, turned in for refund, and <strong>the</strong> GOV’T is repaid, reimbursement may<br />
<strong>the</strong>n be made for <strong>the</strong> second ticket, NTE <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> first ticket; and<br />
f. Must return unused tickets to <strong>the</strong> CTO. NOTE: SF-1170, Redemption <strong>of</strong> Unused Tickets, found at<br />
http://www.gsa.gov, is usable, if authorized in Service regulations, ICW turning in unused tickets.<br />
T4060 AO’S RESPONSIBILITIES<br />
A. <strong>General</strong>. AOs have broad authority to determine when TDY travel is necessary to accomplish <strong>the</strong> unit’s mission,<br />
authorize travel, obligate unit travel funds, approve trip arrangements, and authorize travel expenses incurred ICW<br />
that mission. For a civilian traveler, <strong>the</strong> AO must determine <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> travel (see JTR/JFTR, APP H) for<br />
notation on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record. The CTO is central in helping to execute those responsibilities.<br />
1. The CTO generates a Trip Record. On it, <strong>the</strong> CTO prepares a should-cost estimate that reflects standard<br />
arrangements made in compliance with travel policies using GOV’T negotiated airline, lodging, and rental car<br />
rates. If <strong>the</strong> standard arrangements do not meet <strong>the</strong> needs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> mission, <strong>the</strong> CTO provides o<strong>the</strong>r travel options<br />
to satisfy mission requirements, and conform to law, regulation, policy, and contractual obligations. Use <strong>the</strong><br />
should-cost estimate to determine if <strong>the</strong> travel budget can support <strong>the</strong> travel. Authorize CTO identified shouldcost<br />
standard arrangements, unless additional or unusual cost options are required to complete <strong>the</strong> mission and<br />
<strong>the</strong>y make good overall business sense.<br />
2. The CTO and TO must have available information on policies relating to transportation and travel<br />
arrangements. Get o<strong>the</strong>r needed travel-related information from command channels or Service headquarters.<br />
Use management information from <strong>the</strong> CTO and <strong>the</strong> travel card company to assist in future travel decisions.<br />
3. Make sure <strong>the</strong> traveler has access to <strong>the</strong> unit’s travel card if <strong>the</strong> traveler does not have individually issued<br />
cards. Refer inquiries about card usage to <strong>the</strong> local card program coordinator.<br />
4. Adhere to policies and procedures discussed in this regulation, use good judgment in obligating unit funds,<br />
and ensure <strong>the</strong> traveler receives adequate reimbursement under policies established in this regulation.<br />
B. What’s Allowable and Not Allowable<br />
1. Transportation<br />
a. What an AO may direct. An AO may direct <strong>the</strong> traveler to use a particular transportation mode, except<br />
for private or rental vehicle. Only direct a specific mode when it is essential to mission success.<br />
b. Options on city-pair flight use. See APP P. NOTE: Regulations applicable to <strong>the</strong> Contract city-pair<br />
Program are found in DOD 4500.9-R, Part I, Ch 103, pars. A2 and B2 available at:<br />
http://www.transcom.mil/j5/pt/dtr.html.<br />
2. Authorizing Business-class Transportation Accommodations. Only <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials listed in JTR, pars. C2204-<br />
B2b and C2208-C (trains only), and JFTR, pars. U3125-B2b and U3135-C (trains only) may authorize/approve<br />
business-class accommodations use (two-star level or civilian equivalent). Examples <strong>of</strong> reasons for use <strong>of</strong><br />
business-class accommodations are found in JTR, par. C2004-B4 and JFTR, par. U3125-B4 (<strong>the</strong> reason must be<br />
recorded on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record).<br />
NOTE:<br />
1. If business-class seating is provided at GOV’T expense, <strong>the</strong> traveler is not eligible for a rest period upon<br />
arrival at <strong>the</strong> duty site or a rest stop en route – at GOV’T expense.<br />
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2. Scheduled flight time is <strong>the</strong> time between <strong>the</strong> scheduled aircraft departure from <strong>the</strong> airport serving <strong>the</strong><br />
PDS/TDY point and <strong>the</strong> scheduled aircraft arrival at <strong>the</strong> airport serving <strong>the</strong> TDY point/PDS.<br />
3. The 14-hour rule only (in JFTR par. U3125-B4i and JTR, par. C2204-B4i) applies en route to <strong>the</strong> TDY<br />
site. On a return flight to <strong>the</strong> PDS, a business-class transportation authorization should not be provided.<br />
4. When use <strong>of</strong> business-class accommodations is authorized/approved, use <strong>of</strong> business-class airfares<br />
provided under <strong>the</strong> Contract City-Pair Program is mandatory.<br />
5. When scheduling flights <strong>of</strong> 14 or more hours, <strong>the</strong> first choice is always to fly <strong>the</strong> traveler in<br />
economy/coach class and have <strong>the</strong> traveler arrive <strong>the</strong> day before <strong>the</strong> TDY is to begin to allow for<br />
appropriate rest. Second choice always is to fly <strong>the</strong> traveler in economy/coach class and arrange an en<br />
route rest stop (preferably at a no-cost point allowed by <strong>the</strong> airline) with arrival on <strong>the</strong> day TDY starts. The<br />
last option, and clearly <strong>the</strong> most expensive option that should be avoided whenever possible, is to permit <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler to travel in GOV’T-funded business accommodations with arrival on <strong>the</strong> day <strong>the</strong> TDY starts.<br />
There is always <strong>the</strong> option <strong>of</strong> taking no action at all to provide a rest stop or upgrade.<br />
*NOTE: Title 49 USC §40118(d) permits <strong>the</strong> Secretary <strong>of</strong> State and <strong>the</strong> Administrator <strong>of</strong> AID to<br />
authorize <strong>the</strong>ir employees to travel by foreign air carriers between two places in foreign areas even if<br />
U.S.-certificated air carriers are available. This authority does not apply to a Uniformed Service<br />
member (The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, NOAA, PHS), a DOD civilian<br />
employee, or <strong>the</strong>ir dependents. A Uniformed Service member, a DOD civilian employee, and <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
dependents are required to use available U.S.-certificated carriers for all commercial foreign air<br />
transportation as indicated in par. T4060.<br />
3. Using U.S.-certificated Carriers. Available U.S.-certificated air carriers must be used for all commercial<br />
foreign air transportation <strong>of</strong> persons/property when <strong>the</strong> GOV’T funds <strong>the</strong> air travel (49 USC §40118 and B-<br />
138942, 31 March 1981). See JFTR, par. U3125-C and JTR, par. C2204-B. U.S.-certificated carriers are not<br />
“available” if:<br />
a. Use <strong>of</strong> a U.S.-certificated air carrier would extend <strong>the</strong> travel by at least 24 hours when traveling between<br />
a U.S. gateway airport and a foreign gateway airport that is <strong>the</strong> origin or destination;<br />
b. Use <strong>of</strong> a U.S.-certificated air carrier would require <strong>the</strong> traveler to wait four hours or more at a foreign<br />
gateway interchange point or extend <strong>the</strong> travel time by at least six hours more when traveling between two<br />
points outside <strong>the</strong> U.S.;<br />
c. Use <strong>of</strong> a non-U.S.-certificated air carrier would eliminate two or more aircraft changes en route on a trip<br />
between points in foreign areas (i.e., <strong>the</strong> travel is not through <strong>the</strong> U.S. or a non-foreign OCONUS location);<br />
d. The elapsed travel time by a non-U.S.-certificated air carrier is three hours or less and travel by a U.S.certificated<br />
air carrier would be at least twice <strong>the</strong> time;<br />
e. The travel can only be financed with excess foreign currency and available U.S.-certificated air carriers<br />
do not accept <strong>the</strong> currency;<br />
f. Only first class accommodations are available on a U.S.-certificated air carrier while less-than-first-class<br />
accommodations are available on a non-U.S.-certificated air carrier; or<br />
g. Air transportation on a non-U.S.-certificated air carrier is paid in full directly, or later reimbursed, by a<br />
foreign government (e.g., under Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case funded with foreign customer cash or<br />
repayable foreign military financing credits), an international agency, or o<strong>the</strong>r organization. (B-138942, 31<br />
March 1981 and 57 Comp. Gen. 546 (1978)); NOTE: See <strong>the</strong> Security Assistance Management Manual,<br />
Ch 4, par. C4.5.12 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> DOD 5105.38-M, when travel is on Security Assistance Business.<br />
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NOTE 1: The ‘Fly America Act’ does not require travel across <strong>the</strong> CONUS when traveling between two<br />
OCONUS locations (e.g., Travel from Europe may be routed in an easterly direction to Asia instead <strong>of</strong><br />
west via CONUS. When it is determined that a U.S.-certificated air carrier is or was not reasonably<br />
available for <strong>the</strong> most direct route between two OCONUS locations, use <strong>of</strong> a non-U.S.-certificated air<br />
carrier may be authorized/approved (adopted from GSBCA 16632-RELO, 15 July 2005)).<br />
NOTE 2: When using code share flights involving U.S.-certificated air carriers and non-U.S.certificated<br />
air carriers, <strong>the</strong> flight number <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S.-certificated air carrier must be used on <strong>the</strong> ticket.<br />
If <strong>the</strong> flight number <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> non-U.S.-certificated air carrier is used on <strong>the</strong> ticket, <strong>the</strong> ticket is a non-U.S.certificated<br />
air carrier and a non-availability <strong>of</strong> U.S.-certificated air carrier document is needed.<br />
*4. Travel Involving Leave or Personal Convenience Travel. The AO may permit a traveler to combine <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
travel with leave or personal travel. However, contract fare travel must not be used for personal travel. See<br />
JFTR/JTR, APP P, Part II, par. E. The <strong>of</strong>ficial portion is to be arranged through <strong>the</strong> CTO. Transportation<br />
reimbursement is authorized for <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial round trip travel between duty stations only. The traveler<br />
may make o<strong>the</strong>r travel plans and pay <strong>the</strong> excess above <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial cost; no excess costs for travel or M&IE are<br />
borne by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T. For a civilian traveler, JTR, par. C4563-C applies. A member is not authorized per diem<br />
on any day leave is charged. Do not permit a TDY trip that is an excuse for personal travel.<br />
5. Lodging Selection<br />
a. CTO Lodging Arrangements. The AO should approve lodging arrangements made by <strong>the</strong> CTO to<br />
minimize <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> rental cars and maximize <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> mass transportation when it is consistent with<br />
mission requirements and cost effectiveness.<br />
b. Lodging Required on <strong>the</strong> Day Travel Ends. When lodging is required on <strong>the</strong> day travel ends and <strong>the</strong> AO<br />
authorizes/approves <strong>the</strong> traveler to obtain lodging, <strong>the</strong> lodging reimbursement must be based on <strong>the</strong> locality<br />
rate, or AEA if appropriate, for <strong>the</strong> en route TDY site.<br />
6. Rental Cars. The AO may authorize <strong>the</strong> CTO to arrange rental cars when <strong>the</strong>ir use is <strong>the</strong> most cost-effective<br />
or efficient way to complete <strong>the</strong> overall mission. The compact car size should be authorized unless <strong>the</strong> number<br />
<strong>of</strong> passengers or <strong>the</strong> mission requires a larger vehicle.<br />
7. Authorized Trips Home during Extended Business TDY. The AO may authorize return trips to <strong>the</strong> PDS or<br />
home only when travel funds are available to support <strong>the</strong> travel expenses. The AO must determine that<br />
savings outweigh <strong>the</strong> periodic return travel costs. The TDY assignment length and purpose, return travel<br />
distance, increased member or employee efficiency and productivity, and reduced recruitment and retention<br />
costs are to be considered. An analysis must be conducted at least every o<strong>the</strong>r year. The travel should be<br />
performed outside <strong>the</strong> traveler's regularly scheduled duty hours or during leave. For a civilian employee,<br />
scheduling <strong>the</strong> authorized travel to minimize payment <strong>of</strong> overtime should be considered. This authority applies<br />
only to business or training TDY.<br />
8. Phone Calls to Home or Family during TDY. The AO may determine certain communications to a traveler’s<br />
home/family are <strong>of</strong>ficial. These communications must be only to advise <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> traveler’s safe arrival, to inform<br />
or inquire about medical conditions, and to advise regarding changes in itinerary. The AO should limit <strong>the</strong>se<br />
communications to a dollar amount in advance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> TDY so <strong>the</strong> traveler is aware <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> limit. The AO may<br />
approve charges after <strong>the</strong> TDY when appropriate (GSBCA 14554-TRAV, 18 August 1998).<br />
9. Travel Expense Report. The Trip Record contains <strong>the</strong> expense report. The AO must review <strong>the</strong> amounts<br />
claimed on <strong>the</strong>ir traveler's expense report as soon after receiving it as possible. The AO's signature on <strong>the</strong><br />
expense report certifies that <strong>the</strong> travel was taken, <strong>the</strong> charges are reasonable, <strong>the</strong> phone calls authorized for<br />
reimbursement are in <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s best interest, and approves <strong>the</strong> payment <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> authorized expenses.<br />
Expense reports are subject to random selection for examination based on financial management directives.<br />
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10. TDY from Leave. An AO may direct someone on leave to perform TDY if <strong>the</strong> need for <strong>the</strong> TDY is<br />
unknown prior to <strong>the</strong> leave. If <strong>the</strong>y do, <strong>the</strong> traveler must be authorized payment <strong>of</strong> normal TDY costs from <strong>the</strong><br />
leave location to <strong>the</strong> TDY location and back to <strong>the</strong> leave location, or back to <strong>the</strong> PDS.<br />
*11. Shipment or Storage <strong>of</strong> HHG. An AO may authorize/approve shipment <strong>of</strong> unaccompanied baggage for an<br />
employee (JTR, par. C2309), or a small amount <strong>of</strong> HHG for a member (JFTR, par. U4705) to <strong>the</strong> TDY point.<br />
Also, <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize/approve storage <strong>of</strong> HHG for a member when appropriate. For example, storage<br />
may be authorized during a deployment. See <strong>the</strong> rules for shipping and storage HHG while on TDY in JFTR,<br />
Ch 4, Part H.<br />
12. Lower or No Per Diem Rates. There may be situations in which <strong>the</strong> combination <strong>of</strong> published per diem<br />
rates with lodging and dining facility/mess availability may result in illogical payments. For example, a remote<br />
TDY location with no GOV’T dining facility/mess may have a club at which <strong>the</strong> meal cost is only a fraction <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> full M&IE. In <strong>the</strong>se cases, an AO may recommend payment <strong>of</strong> lower or no per diem to <strong>the</strong> Service PoC<br />
listed in <strong>the</strong> JFTR and JTR Introductions under <strong>the</strong> heading Feedback Reporting. Lower per diem rates can<br />
only be established before travel begins. See par. T4040-A1c(2) for more on reduced per diem for a civilian<br />
employee.<br />
13. Allowable Travel Days. The CTO computes <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> days allowed for travel based on <strong>the</strong><br />
transportation modes <strong>the</strong> AO specifies. See par. T4030-H. However, when <strong>the</strong> traveler uses more than <strong>the</strong><br />
allowed days, <strong>the</strong> AO may approve <strong>the</strong> extra time as <strong>of</strong>ficial. <strong>General</strong>ly, an AO should only approve extra time<br />
when <strong>the</strong> reasons for <strong>the</strong> additional time were beyond <strong>the</strong> traveler’s control (for example, strikes, wea<strong>the</strong>r).<br />
14. TDY within <strong>the</strong> PDS Limits. Per diem may not be paid for expenses within <strong>the</strong> PDS limits, except:<br />
a. Under emergency circumstances that threaten injury to human life or damage to GOV’T property when<br />
authorizing per diem is <strong>the</strong> only method to handle <strong>the</strong> situation; and,<br />
b. To a uniformed member escorting arms control inspection team members engaged in activities related to<br />
implementing an arms control treaty or agreement.<br />
Reimbursement is for actual meal costs up to <strong>the</strong> PMR (not including incidental expense) and/or <strong>the</strong> actual<br />
lodging cost up to <strong>the</strong> maximum rate for <strong>the</strong> PDS. Justifying reasons must be noted on <strong>the</strong> Trip Record.<br />
15. TDY aboard Ships. Normally, a TDY traveler aboard a ship is fed without charge making <strong>the</strong> traveler<br />
ineligible for per diem. However, a TDY traveler aboard a non-U.S. government ship may be charged for<br />
meals. In this situation, an AO can determine a per diem rate to cover <strong>the</strong> food cost. This should not be<br />
confused with an <strong>of</strong>ficer paying for meals in <strong>the</strong> same manner as a ship's company <strong>of</strong>ficer.<br />
*16. Additional Allowable Travel Expenses for an Employee with a Disability. An AO may authorize/approve<br />
certain additional travel expenses for an employee with a disability, such as <strong>the</strong> transportation and subsistence<br />
expenses <strong>of</strong> an attendant accompanying <strong>the</strong> employee, and <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> renting and/or transporting a wheelchair.<br />
See JTR, Ch 7, Part J, for specifics.<br />
*17. TDY Canceled or Modified. When it is necessary to cancel or modify a TDY trip after <strong>the</strong> traveler has<br />
incurred nonrefundable expenses in preparation for <strong>the</strong> trip, such as nonrefundable advance room deposits, an<br />
AO may authorize/approve reimbursement <strong>of</strong> those expenses.<br />
*18. TDY and RC Active Duty Time Limits for Per Diem Purposes<br />
a. Except for TDY with units deployed afloat, TDY is limited to 180 consecutive days at any one location,<br />
unless a Service or Agency Headquarters, or <strong>the</strong> Commander/Deputy Commander <strong>of</strong> a Combatant<br />
Command, authorizes an extension. See JFTR/JTR, Introductions for <strong>the</strong> Service points <strong>of</strong> contact. A<br />
civilian employee should see Internal Revenue Service (IRS), state, and local rules for income tax<br />
implications for TDY beyond one year. A school <strong>of</strong> at least 140 days duration is a PCS for a uniformed<br />
member (except as noted in JFTR, pars. U1036 or U2146).<br />
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b. For an RC member, if active duty for training is fewer than 140 days, or fewer than 180 days for o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
than training duty at any one location, travel and transportation allowances are payable as for TDY. When<br />
an RC member is called to active-duty-for-training for 140 or more days, or more than 180 days for activeduty-for-o<strong>the</strong>r-than-training<br />
at one location, travel and transportation allowances are payable under JFTR,<br />
Ch 5, as for PCS for an RC member unless <strong>the</strong> call to active-duty-for-o<strong>the</strong>r-than-training is because <strong>of</strong><br />
unusual or emergency circumstances or exigencies <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Service Concerned and <strong>the</strong> Secretarial Process<br />
authorized per diem.<br />
19. Movement <strong>of</strong> an Employee’s Dependents and HHG to Training Location. If <strong>the</strong> estimated per diem <strong>the</strong><br />
employee would receive at <strong>the</strong> training location, based on AO approved arrangements, is more than <strong>the</strong><br />
estimated cost <strong>of</strong> transporting <strong>the</strong> dependents and HHG to and from <strong>the</strong> training location, <strong>the</strong> AO may authorize<br />
round trip transportation <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> dependents and HHG between <strong>the</strong> PDS and <strong>the</strong> training location in lieu <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
estimated per diem payment. Transportation <strong>of</strong> dependents and HHG are IAW JTR, Chs 7 and 8. Private<br />
vehicle mileage is reimbursed under JTR, par. C5050.<br />
20. Temporary Change <strong>of</strong> Station (TCS). Instead <strong>of</strong> authorizing extended TDY (between 6 and 30 months) for<br />
an employee, an AO may authorize a TCS. The employee (but not a member) is authorized limited PCS<br />
allowances ra<strong>the</strong>r than TDY allowances. See JTR, Ch 5, Part O.<br />
21. Termination <strong>of</strong> Per Diem when Traveler Dies while on TDY. When a traveler dies while on TDY, per<br />
diem continues through <strong>the</strong> actual (or determined) date <strong>the</strong> traveler died.<br />
22. Per Diem when TDY or PDS Location Is a Reservation, Station, O<strong>the</strong>r Established Area or Established<br />
Large Reservation Subdivision. When <strong>the</strong> TDY point or new PDS is a reservation, station, or o<strong>the</strong>r established<br />
area (including established large reservation subdivisions (e.g., McGuire AFB and Ft. Dix) that falls within two<br />
or more corporate city limits (e.g., <strong>the</strong> districts <strong>of</strong> Honolulu and any o<strong>the</strong>r such as Ewa, Hawai’i) or crosses<br />
recognized borders (e.g., Ft. Campbell is in Tennessee and Kentucky), <strong>the</strong> per diem rate is <strong>the</strong> locality rate<br />
specifically listed for <strong>the</strong> reservation, station or o<strong>the</strong>r established area. When <strong>the</strong> location (reservation, station<br />
or o<strong>the</strong>r established area) is not specifically listed in <strong>the</strong> per diem tables, <strong>the</strong> per diem rate is <strong>the</strong> rate applicable<br />
to <strong>the</strong> front gate location for <strong>the</strong> reservation, station or o<strong>the</strong>r established area.<br />
*23. Lodging Not Available at TDY Location.. The TDY locality per diem rate for <strong>the</strong> location at which<br />
lodging is obtained is used for computation only when a traveler is TDY at a location where nei<strong>the</strong>r GOV’T<br />
QTRS nor commercial lodging is available. This applies only when <strong>the</strong> locality per diem rate for <strong>the</strong> lodging<br />
location is higher than <strong>the</strong> locality per diem rate for <strong>the</strong> TDY location. The higher per diem rate must be<br />
authorized/approved by <strong>the</strong> AO.<br />
T4070 TDY GLOSSARY<br />
*Authorize. The giving <strong>of</strong> permission before an act.<br />
*Approve. The ratification or confirmation <strong>of</strong> an act already done.<br />
Group movement. A movement <strong>of</strong> 2 or more <strong>of</strong>ficial travelers traveling as a group, under <strong>the</strong> same authorization/<br />
order (ei<strong>the</strong>r PCS or TDY), for which transportation is GOV’T-owned/procured from <strong>the</strong> same origin to <strong>the</strong> same<br />
destination. Movement could include locations en route as specified on <strong>the</strong> authorization/order. NOTE: Personnel<br />
traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r under an authorization/order directing no/limited reimbursement may travel between any<br />
points en route, provided that <strong>the</strong> authorization/order specifically indicates <strong>the</strong> points between which <strong>the</strong> status<br />
applies.<br />
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Must, Shall, Should, May, Can, Will. The following definitions from DOD 5025.1-M apply:<br />
HELPING VERB DEGREE OF RESTRICTION<br />
Must, shall Action is mandatory<br />
Should Action is required, unless justifiable reason exists for not taking action<br />
May, can Action is optional<br />
Will Is not restrictive; applies only to a statement <strong>of</strong> future condition or an expression <strong>of</strong> time<br />
Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel. Official travel <strong>of</strong> a temporary duration away from <strong>the</strong> traveler’s PDS. There are<br />
three types <strong>of</strong> TDY travel with different allowances:<br />
Business Travel. Conducting business at a location o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> PDS. It incorporates any type <strong>of</strong> travel not<br />
included in schoolhouse training or deployment or unit travel. It also includes certain local travel, but not leave<br />
or evacuation.<br />
Schoolhouse Training Travel. Travel ICW TDY attendance at formal course(s) <strong>of</strong> instruction by a civilian<br />
employee or a uniformed member (o<strong>the</strong>r than a uniformed member who has not yet reached <strong>the</strong> first PDS).<br />
Deployment, Personnel Traveling Toge<strong>the</strong>r Under An Authorization/Order Directing No/Limited<br />
Reimbursement, and Unit Travel. Includes a unit traveling in support <strong>of</strong> a combat mission, peacekeeping, and<br />
disaster relief. It also includes field or maneuver training and sea duty when troops involved are not<br />
permanently assigned to a ship. The GOV’T provides all transportation, lodging, and eating facilities when<br />
personnel traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r are under an authorization/order directing no/limited reimbursement.<br />
Trip Record. This document, in ei<strong>the</strong>r electronic or paper form, provides <strong>the</strong> vehicle on which are recorded all<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel authorizations, initial options, modifications, and payment decisions. Prepared by <strong>the</strong> CTO, it is <strong>the</strong><br />
single trip document that includes <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order and fund cite, <strong>the</strong> should-cost estimate, <strong>the</strong> itinerary,<br />
updates to <strong>the</strong> itinerary made during <strong>the</strong> trip, and serves as <strong>the</strong> expense report when <strong>the</strong> traveler returns. This is also<br />
called an authorization/order.<br />
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PART I: CITY-PAIR PROGRAM<br />
Par. Contents<br />
A. Policy<br />
B. Scheduled Air Carriers<br />
APPENDIX P<br />
CITY-PAIR PROGRAM<br />
PART II: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT <strong>THE</strong> CONTRACT CITY-<br />
PAIR PROGRAM<br />
Par. Question<br />
A. City-Pair Program FAQs<br />
1. How does <strong>the</strong> program work?<br />
2. What are <strong>the</strong> city-pair program advantages?<br />
3. Why can’t contractors use it? It would save <strong>the</strong> government a lot <strong>of</strong> money!<br />
4. What are <strong>the</strong> traveler’s responsibilities for partially or unused ticket?<br />
5. What is a ‘Code Share’ agreement between airline carriers?<br />
B. City-Pair Program Policy FAQs<br />
1. Who can use it?<br />
2. Do I have to use <strong>the</strong> contract carrier? Won’t any airline do?<br />
3. What makes it <strong>the</strong> best value? Isn’t it just low bid?<br />
4. How is Quality <strong>of</strong> Service Evaluated?<br />
5. Why isn’t every award for nonstop service?<br />
6. Can’t GSA make a carrier add nonstop service?<br />
7. Can you require <strong>the</strong> airlines to <strong>of</strong>fer smoke free international flights?<br />
C. City-Pair Air Travel Accommodation FAQs<br />
1. Do I have to use <strong>the</strong> contract carrier if authorized to use premium-class travel (first or businessclass)?<br />
2. Can I upgrade to business-class seating to accommodate my disability at Government expense?<br />
3. Can <strong>the</strong> air carrier charged for premium seating and if so, is <strong>the</strong> charge reimbursable?<br />
4. What happen to my changed airline ticket reservation?<br />
D. City-Pair Airline Airfare FAQs<br />
1. How do I know if <strong>the</strong>re is a contract airfare?<br />
2. Can I combine two contract city-pair airfares to save money?<br />
3. How can I know that my travel was ticketed using <strong>the</strong> GSA Airline City-Pair airfare rate?<br />
4. How early is early to take advantage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Government discount for normal airline city-pair<br />
airfares (_CA)?<br />
5. Why does <strong>the</strong> Government have to pay <strong>the</strong> Airline Passenger Excise tax? Isn’t <strong>the</strong> Government<br />
exempt from taxes?<br />
6. How can <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> a city-pair flight between two cities vary on <strong>the</strong> same airline but different<br />
flights?<br />
7. The price shown in <strong>the</strong> E-GOV Travel Service or Defense Travel System (DTS) online booking<br />
engine is different from what is shown on <strong>the</strong> GSA Airline City-Pair website. How do I know <strong>the</strong><br />
quoted airline prices are <strong>the</strong> Government rate? How do I know I am getting <strong>the</strong> Government rate for<br />
my airline reservations?<br />
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E. City-Pair Travel Allowance FAQs:<br />
1. I live in an area/location with multiple airports. What is <strong>the</strong> rule regarding what airport I must use<br />
when traveling on <strong>of</strong>ficial Government?<br />
2. Can I use a contract city-pair airfare for personal travel and if so, in conjunction with <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
Government travel? What if <strong>the</strong> Government cancelled my leave or I received my TDY authorization/<br />
order while on leave without knowing <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> TDY prior to taking leave?<br />
3. What Government-sponsored leave programs qualify for contract city-pair airfares?<br />
F. GSA Points <strong>of</strong> Contact<br />
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Appendix P1<br />
Regulations applicable to <strong>the</strong> Contract City-Pair Program are found in DOD 4500.9-R, Part I, Chapter 103, pars. A2<br />
and B2 available at http://www.transcom.mil/j5/pt/dtr.cfm. Following is an edited extract from that regulation.<br />
A. Policy (DOD 4500.9-R, Part L. Chap. 103, par. B2)<br />
1. GSA Airline City-Pairs Program. Each year, under <strong>the</strong> Airline City-Pairs program, <strong>the</strong> GSA Federal Supply<br />
Service awards contracts for air transportation for travelers on <strong>of</strong>ficial GOV’T travel. The contracts are<br />
awarded competitively based on <strong>the</strong> best overall value to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T. The best value decision is based on<br />
considerations <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> type, distribution and number <strong>of</strong> flights, <strong>the</strong> average flight time, and <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fered price. For<br />
more information, access “Travel on Government Business and Air Travel/City-Pairs” on <strong>the</strong> GSA website:<br />
http://www.gsa.gov.<br />
2. Some GSA routes may <strong>of</strong>fer “dual airfares”; one airfare is an unrestricted airfare (fare basis code “YCA”)<br />
and <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r an unrestricted capacity-controlled airfare (fare basis code “_CA”). The unrestricted capacitycontrolled<br />
airfare differs from <strong>the</strong> unrestricted airfare only in that <strong>the</strong> airline can limit <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> seats<br />
<strong>of</strong>fered under <strong>the</strong> unrestricted capacity-controlled, or “_CA” fare basis (referred to as “capacity controlled”).<br />
The unrestricted airfare, or “YCA”, has a last seat on <strong>the</strong> aircraft availability to <strong>the</strong> traveler. Nei<strong>the</strong>r airfare<br />
basis requires advance purchase and has no minimum nor maximum stay requirements, travel time limits, or<br />
blackout periods. The unrestricted capacity-controlled airfare is, in many cases, significantly less expensive<br />
than <strong>the</strong> unrestricted airfare. DOD travelers are encouraged to make reservations as far in advance as possible<br />
to increase <strong>the</strong> chance <strong>of</strong> obtaining an unrestricted capacity-controlled GSA Airline City-Pairs airfare on <strong>the</strong><br />
routes <strong>of</strong>fering <strong>the</strong> dual airfare structure. Local CTOs can provide information on what routes <strong>of</strong>fer dual<br />
airfares.<br />
3. A GOV’T contractor is not authorized to use GSA city-pair airfares to perform travel under a contract.<br />
4. Grantees (whe<strong>the</strong>r civilian or foreign military personnel) cannot use GSA city-pair airfares. Use <strong>the</strong><br />
chain <strong>of</strong> command for "grantee" status determinations.<br />
5. Non-mandatory Users. A non-mandatory user may request contract service, or have contract service<br />
requested, on an optional basis. Contract carriers may, but are not required to, furnish any requested service to<br />
non-mandatory users. Non-mandatory users are:<br />
a. Any member and/or employee <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. Congress; employee <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Judicial Branch <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> GOV’T;<br />
employee <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. Postal Service; U.S. Foreign Service <strong>Office</strong>r; and an employee <strong>of</strong> any agency who is<br />
not subject to <strong>the</strong> provisions <strong>of</strong> 5 USC §5701-5709.<br />
b. A DOD recruit traveling from Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS).<br />
c. Any group <strong>of</strong> 10 or more passengers traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r on <strong>the</strong> same day, on <strong>the</strong> same flight, for <strong>the</strong> same<br />
mission, requiring group integrity and identified as a group by <strong>the</strong> TMS upon booking is not a mandatory<br />
user <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s contract city-pair airfares. For group travel, agencies are expected to obtain air<br />
passenger transportation service that is practical and cost effective to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T.<br />
NOTE: A District <strong>of</strong> Columbia Government employee, with <strong>the</strong> exception <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia Courts,<br />
is not eligible to use contract city-pair airfares even though <strong>the</strong> employee o<strong>the</strong>rwise may be covered by <strong>the</strong><br />
FTR.<br />
6. Exception to <strong>the</strong> Use <strong>of</strong> Contract Carriers: One or more <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following travel conditions, which must be<br />
certified on <strong>the</strong> travel order/authorization, travel voucher, or o<strong>the</strong>r document provided by <strong>the</strong> traveler or AO,<br />
must apply if a non-contract carrier or a contract carrier o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>the</strong> primary contractor is used for travel<br />
within a contract route.<br />
a. Space on a scheduled contract flight (including a confirmed pet space (see NOTE)) is not available in<br />
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time to accomplish <strong>the</strong> travel purpose, or contract service use would require <strong>the</strong> traveler to incur<br />
unnecessary overnight lodging costs that would increase <strong>the</strong> total trip cost.<br />
Appendix P1<br />
NOTE: When pet shipment is <strong>the</strong> determining factor for non-use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> lower cost GSA Airline City-Pair<br />
airfare, <strong>the</strong> traveler and not <strong>the</strong> GOV’T is responsible for costs exceeding <strong>the</strong> most economical travel<br />
routing. See DTR, Part I, Chapter 103, par. B.2.c (note) for <strong>the</strong> source <strong>of</strong> this NOTE.<br />
b. The contract carrier’s flight schedule is inconsistent with explicit policies <strong>of</strong> individual federal<br />
departments and agencies to schedule travel during normal working hours. See JFTR, par. U3006/JTR,<br />
par. C1059.<br />
c. A non-contract (DOD-approved) U.S.-certificated carrier <strong>of</strong>fers a lower airfare available to <strong>the</strong> general<br />
public, <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> which results in a lower total trip cost to <strong>the</strong> GOV’T, to include <strong>the</strong> combined costs <strong>of</strong><br />
transportation, lodging, meals, and related expenses. NOTE: This exception does not apply if <strong>the</strong> contract<br />
carrier <strong>of</strong>fers a comparable airfare and has seats available at that airfare, or if <strong>the</strong> lower airfare <strong>of</strong>fered<br />
by a non-contract carrier is limited to a GOV’T and/or military traveler on <strong>of</strong>ficial business and only<br />
may be purchased with a GOV’T procurement document (e.g., a GTR), GOV’T-sponsored Contractorissued<br />
travel charge card, or through a centrally billed account (e.g., YDG, MDG, QDG, VDG, and<br />
similar airfares).<br />
d. Rail service is available and that service is cost effective and consistent with mission requirements.<br />
e. Smoking is permitted on <strong>the</strong> contract flight and <strong>the</strong> nonsmoking section <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> aircraft is not acceptable<br />
to <strong>the</strong> traveler.<br />
7. Requirements that must be met to use a non-contract fare (FTR §301–10.108)<br />
a. Before purchasing a non-contract airfare one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> exception listed in par. A6 must be met and use <strong>of</strong> a<br />
non-contract airfare approved on <strong>the</strong> travel order/authorization; and<br />
(b) If <strong>the</strong> non-contract airfare is nonrefundable, restricted, or has specific eligibility requirements, <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler must know or reasonably anticipate, based on <strong>the</strong> planned trip, that <strong>the</strong> ticket will be used; and<br />
(c) The traveler’s agency must determine that <strong>the</strong> proposed non-contract transportation is practical and cost<br />
effective for <strong>the</strong> GOV’T.<br />
NOTE: Carrier preference is not a valid reason for using a non-contract airfare.<br />
B. Scheduled Air Carriers (DOD 4500.9-R, Part L. Chap. 103, par. A2)<br />
1. Contract air service between city-pairs should be used for all domestic travel, and for international travel<br />
when AMC Category B/Patriot Express is not available or does not meet <strong>the</strong> mission requirement. If a contract<br />
city-pair airfare is not available, <strong>the</strong> policy-constructed airfare (see APP A) (including a lower airfare <strong>of</strong>fered<br />
by a non-contract carrier limited to GOV’T and military travelers on <strong>of</strong>ficial business, e.g., YDG, MDG, ODG,<br />
VDG, and similar airfares) should be used. However, <strong>the</strong> AO retains <strong>the</strong> authority to authorize a lesser airfare<br />
and <strong>the</strong> traveler retains <strong>the</strong> ability to seek a lesser airfare. NOTE: foreign military personnel are not<br />
authorized to use GSA city-pair airfares.<br />
2. GOV’T contractor personnel must never be in possession <strong>of</strong> ITAs while in <strong>the</strong> performance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
contracts and are prohibited from using GOV’T discount airfares provided in <strong>the</strong> Contract City-Pair<br />
Program when purchasing commercial airline tickets.<br />
NOTE: For civilian personnel, see JTR, par. C2001-A2c for policy regarding Rail or Bus service use.<br />
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A. City-Pair Program FAQs<br />
PART 2: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT <strong>THE</strong><br />
CONTRACT CITY-PAIR PROGRAM<br />
1. How does <strong>the</strong> program work?<br />
Appendix P2<br />
a. First, GSA concentrates <strong>the</strong> Government's market share to make <strong>the</strong> most <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> competition available. The<br />
Government traveler's responsibility is to use <strong>the</strong> contract carrier. The Government's delivery <strong>of</strong> market share<br />
drives <strong>the</strong> program. So, to ensure <strong>the</strong> airfares stay favorable, we encourage each Federal traveler to stick to <strong>the</strong><br />
contract carrier.<br />
b. Second, GSA works with o<strong>the</strong>r Government agencies to make sure that <strong>the</strong> Federal traveler's needs and<br />
concerns are fully met. This ensures that you have a good choice <strong>of</strong> convenient and timely flights.<br />
c. Third, GSA works in partnership with <strong>the</strong> airline industry and respects <strong>the</strong>ir concerns. For example, because<br />
<strong>the</strong> airfares are so attractive, <strong>the</strong> airlines insist that only a Federal employee (or a uniformed member and/or<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir respective dependents) traveling on <strong>of</strong>ficial business be allowed to use <strong>the</strong>m. With a few limited<br />
exceptions, no one else can use <strong>the</strong> Government rates. GSA understands and accepts this in order to bring you,<br />
<strong>the</strong> Federal Traveler, <strong>the</strong> Best Value in <strong>the</strong> Sky.<br />
2. What are <strong>the</strong> city-pair program advantages?<br />
a. No advance purchase required,<br />
b. No minimum or maximum length <strong>of</strong> stay required,<br />
c. Fully refundable tickets and no charge for cancellations or changes,<br />
d. YCA seating not capacity controlled, (As long as <strong>the</strong>re is a coach class seat on <strong>the</strong> plane, <strong>the</strong> traveler may<br />
purchase it),<br />
e. No blackout dates,<br />
f. Locked-in airfares facilitate travel budgeting,<br />
g. Significant discounts over regular walk-up airfares, and<br />
h. Airfares are priced on one-way routes permitting agencies to plan multiple destinations.<br />
3. Why can’t contractors use it? It would save <strong>the</strong> Government a lot <strong>of</strong> money!<br />
GSA recognizes that a contractor <strong>of</strong>ten sits next to a Federal employee/uniformed member, works on <strong>the</strong> same<br />
projects as a Federal employee, and travels with a Federal employee. However, a contractor is not a Federal<br />
employee. All <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> major airlines have made it clear to GSA that because <strong>the</strong> contract rates are so low and <strong>the</strong><br />
terms so favorable, <strong>the</strong> airlines would drop out <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> city-pair program ra<strong>the</strong>r than extend <strong>the</strong> contract rates to a<br />
contractor. GSA has made <strong>the</strong> business decision to nei<strong>the</strong>r jeopardize <strong>the</strong> program nor <strong>the</strong> $2 billion savings it<br />
generates for taxpayers. GSA advises that <strong>the</strong> purchase <strong>of</strong> contract city-pair airfare tickets on behalf <strong>of</strong> a<br />
Government contractor is wrong, is a misuse <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> city-pair program, and could jeopardize its future success.<br />
4. What are <strong>the</strong> traveler’s responsibilities regarding refunds for partially or unused tickets?<br />
An airline ticket purchased for a Government traveler for authorized travel is unused or partially used when:<br />
a. Travel is terminated short <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> authorized destination.<br />
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b. The return portion <strong>of</strong> a round trip is not used.<br />
c. The travel actually furnished is different or <strong>of</strong> a lesser value than what was authorized.<br />
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The traveler is responsible for contacting <strong>the</strong> travel agent, or <strong>the</strong> CTO/TMC, or <strong>the</strong> airlines (if purchased directly<br />
from <strong>the</strong> airlines) to obtain a refund and must notify <strong>the</strong> agency when refunds are due on an unused or partially<br />
used ticket (paper or e-ticket) or no refund will take place. The Government and taxpayers lose millions <strong>of</strong> dollars<br />
each year when a traveler does not initiate <strong>the</strong> refund process.<br />
5. What is a ‘Code Share’ agreement between airline carriers?<br />
A code share is a commercial agreement between two airlines that allows an airline to put its two-letter<br />
identification code on <strong>the</strong> flights <strong>of</strong> ano<strong>the</strong>r airline, as <strong>the</strong>y appear in computerized reservations systems. Most<br />
airlines, including all City-Pair Program contract carriers, participate in some type <strong>of</strong> commercial code-share<br />
agreement.<br />
B. City-Pair Program Policy FAQs<br />
1. Who can use it?<br />
The City-Pair Program is so attractive that usage is strictly limited by <strong>the</strong> contracts between GSA and <strong>the</strong> airlines.<br />
There are a few exceptions, but in general, only a Federal employee or uniformed service member and <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
respective dependents on <strong>of</strong>ficial travel, may use <strong>the</strong> program with an appropriate form <strong>of</strong> payment (Government<br />
travel charge card (GTCC), ei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> Individual Billed Account (IBA) card issued to <strong>the</strong> traveler or a centrallybilled<br />
account (CBA) used by an organization, or a Government Transportation request (GTR)). The acceptance<br />
<strong>of</strong> GTRs is limited to international travel, travel related expenses, and special circumstances for domestic travel.<br />
Special circumstances are defined as Acts <strong>of</strong> God, emergency situations, and when purchasing a domestic ticket in<br />
<strong>the</strong> US in conjunction with travel that originated overseas. Grantees (whe<strong>the</strong>r civilian or foreign military<br />
personnel) cannot use GSA city-pair airfares. Use <strong>the</strong> chain <strong>of</strong> command for "grantee" status determinations.<br />
2. Do I have to use <strong>the</strong> contract carrier? Won't any airline do?<br />
A Federal or uniformed traveler on <strong>of</strong>ficial business is required to use <strong>the</strong> contract carrier unless a specific<br />
exception applies. This required use is <strong>the</strong> incentive necessary to obtain airline participation in <strong>the</strong> city-pair<br />
program and allows <strong>the</strong> airlines <strong>the</strong> business volume necessary to <strong>of</strong>fer discounted rates. Choosing not to use <strong>the</strong><br />
contract carrier because <strong>of</strong> personal preference, frequent flyer clubs, etc., is a violation <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> contract and <strong>of</strong><br />
Service/Agency policy and regulations.<br />
Commercial airfares can be highly volatile, so an exception to <strong>the</strong> mandatory use requirement allows a<br />
Government traveler to take advantage <strong>of</strong> any low commercial airfares <strong>of</strong>fered by non-contract carriers, if <strong>the</strong><br />
airfares are also <strong>of</strong>fered to <strong>the</strong> general public. Non-contract airfares that are <strong>of</strong>fered only to a Government traveler<br />
(sometimes called "DG" airfares) are not included in this exception. Also, if <strong>the</strong> contract carrier for <strong>the</strong> particular<br />
market <strong>of</strong>fers <strong>the</strong> lower airfare, you still must use <strong>the</strong> contract carrier, but at <strong>the</strong> lower airfare. A traveler that uses<br />
this exception would have to abide by <strong>the</strong> many restrictions that typically go along with lower commercial<br />
airfares. Restrictions on discounted commercial airfares usually include non-refund ability, change or cancellation<br />
fees, minimum or maximum stay requirements or extended calendar blackout periods. Additional exceptions to<br />
<strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> contract carrier are:<br />
a. Space or a scheduled contract flight is not available in time to accomplish <strong>the</strong> travel purpose, or use <strong>of</strong><br />
contract service would require you to incur unnecessary overnight lodging costs which would increase <strong>the</strong> total<br />
cost <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> trip; or<br />
b. The contractor's flight schedule is inconsistent with explicit policies <strong>of</strong> your Federal department or agency<br />
with regard to scheduling travel during normal working hours; or<br />
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c. A non-contract carrier <strong>of</strong>fers a lower airfare to <strong>the</strong> general public that, if used results in a lower total trip cost<br />
to <strong>the</strong> Government (<strong>the</strong> combined costs <strong>of</strong> transportation, lodging, meals, and related expenses considered); or<br />
NOTE to paragraph (c): This exception does not apply if <strong>the</strong> contract carrier <strong>of</strong>fers <strong>the</strong> same or lower airfare<br />
and has seats available at that airfare, or if <strong>the</strong> airfare <strong>of</strong>fered by <strong>the</strong> non-contract carrier is restricted to a<br />
Government or military traveler performing <strong>of</strong>ficial business and may be purchased only with a GTCC (IBA<br />
or CBA) (e.g., YDG, MDG, QDG, VDG, and similar airfares) or GTR where <strong>the</strong> two previous options are not<br />
available;<br />
d. Cost effective rail service is available and is consistent with mission requirements; or<br />
e. Smoking is permitted on <strong>the</strong> contract flight and <strong>the</strong> nonsmoking section <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> contract aircraft is not<br />
acceptable to <strong>the</strong> traveler.<br />
NOTES:<br />
(1) Any group <strong>of</strong> 10 or more passengers traveling toge<strong>the</strong>r on <strong>the</strong> same day, on <strong>the</strong> same flight, for <strong>the</strong><br />
same mission, requiring group integrity, and identified as a group by <strong>the</strong> travel management service<br />
(CTO/TMC) upon booking is not a mandatory user (i.e., cannot use without specific airline permission) <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> Government’s contract city-pair airfares. For group travel, agencies are expected to obtain air<br />
passenger transportation service that is practical and cost effective to <strong>the</strong> Government.<br />
(2) Contractors are not authorized to use contract city-pair airfares to perform travel under <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
contracts.<br />
(3) If <strong>the</strong> Government contract city-pair carrier <strong>of</strong>fers a lower cost capacity-controlled coach airfare<br />
(MCA, QCA, VCA, etc.) in addition to <strong>the</strong> unrestricted coach class contract airfares (YCA), <strong>the</strong> traveler<br />
should use <strong>the</strong> lower cost capacity-controlled airfare when it is available and meets mission needs.<br />
3. What makes <strong>the</strong> city-pair airfare <strong>the</strong> best value? Isn't it just low bid?<br />
Absolutely not. Awards are made after measuring both quality <strong>of</strong> service and price. This allows an award to be<br />
made to a higher priced carrier if that carrier has superior service.<br />
4. How is Quality <strong>of</strong> Service Evaluated?<br />
A minimum service standard is set for each city-pair. This minimum applies to <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> flights per day in<br />
each direction, a maximum ground time (90 minutes domestic and 180 minutes international) and limits on<br />
circuity (how far out <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> way <strong>the</strong> carrier can take you.) Service standards change year to year based on service<br />
availability.<br />
To determine best value, a technical evaluation is conducted to evaluate <strong>the</strong> quality <strong>of</strong> each <strong>of</strong>feror's service based<br />
on <strong>the</strong> following considerations:<br />
a. Time and Type <strong>of</strong> Service: This factor looks for flights <strong>of</strong>fered throughout <strong>the</strong> day. Nonstop service, at<br />
convenient times, scores best under this factor.<br />
b. Flight Time: This factor looks for <strong>the</strong> shortest total flight times, based on each carrier's routing. Nonstop<br />
service scores best under this factor.<br />
c. Number and Type <strong>of</strong> Flights: This factor considers <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> flights <strong>of</strong>fered throughout <strong>the</strong> day, to<br />
provide <strong>the</strong> traveler with several choices. Carriers with lots <strong>of</strong> nonstop flights score best under this factor.<br />
d. Jet Service: This factor gives preference to jets over propeller aircraft.<br />
All <strong>the</strong>se factors are weighed against price and a best value decision is made.<br />
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5. Why isn't every award for non-stop service?<br />
Appendix P2<br />
Even though non-stop service is heavily favored, it is not always available or <strong>the</strong> best value. Some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> reasons<br />
that connect service are awarded are as follows:<br />
a. A non-stop carrier is not available for a specific route.<br />
b. The non-stop carrier did not <strong>of</strong>fer on <strong>the</strong> city-pair. Some carriers have so much traffic on certain routes that<br />
<strong>the</strong>y do not want <strong>the</strong> Government business for <strong>the</strong> route.<br />
c. The non-stop carrier did not meet <strong>the</strong> minimum requirements as outlined in <strong>the</strong> RFP. For example, <strong>the</strong><br />
nonstop flights might be too late at night to be beneficial for a Federal traveler.<br />
d. The non-stop carrier has <strong>of</strong>fered an unreasonably high price.<br />
e. The connect service carrier has <strong>of</strong>fered an airfare so low that it was <strong>the</strong> best overall value, even considering<br />
all <strong>the</strong> advantages <strong>of</strong> nonstop service.<br />
6. Can't GSA make a carrier add nonstop service?<br />
No. Even though <strong>the</strong> City-Pair Program is huge, with sales well over $1 billion per year, it still represents only<br />
about 2% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> airlines’ business. Unless <strong>the</strong> commercial traffic warrants it, a carrier does not add a new route or<br />
improved service levels for <strong>the</strong> Government.<br />
7. Can GSA require <strong>the</strong> airlines to <strong>of</strong>fer smoke free international flights?<br />
GSA is buying a commercial service under <strong>the</strong> same terms and conditions as o<strong>the</strong>r buyers. Thus, GSA does not<br />
have <strong>the</strong> authority to require <strong>the</strong> airlines to <strong>of</strong>fer smoke free flights. However, <strong>the</strong> Department <strong>of</strong> Transportation<br />
is working closely with <strong>the</strong> airline industry to encourage <strong>the</strong>m to <strong>of</strong>fer smoke free flights. There is an exception in<br />
<strong>the</strong> contract to <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> contract carrier when smoking is permitted on <strong>the</strong> contract flight (see paragraph B.2,<br />
above, last exception listed).<br />
C. City-Pair Air Travel Accommodation FAQs<br />
1. Do I have to use <strong>the</strong> contract city-pair air carrier if authorized to use a premium-class airfare (businessor<br />
first-class)?<br />
Yes. The City-Pair Program contracts are mandatory for coach and, within DOD, for premium-class service when<br />
<strong>the</strong> contract carrier <strong>of</strong>fers a premium contract airfare. Premium-class service accommodation must be authorized<br />
IAW <strong>the</strong> JFTR/JTR.<br />
2. Can I upgrade to business-class seating to accommodate my disability at <strong>the</strong> Government expense?<br />
Maybe. IAW Agencies/Services’ policy, premium-class travel accommodations, due to a disability or o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
special medical needs, may be used only when <strong>the</strong>re is no alternative means to accommodate <strong>the</strong> traveler’s<br />
condition (e.g., bulkhead, aisle seating, use <strong>of</strong> two adjoining coach-class seats, etc). The condition must be<br />
certified by competent medical authority (i.e., a licensed medical practitioner) and authorized by <strong>the</strong> premiumclass<br />
AO in advance <strong>of</strong> travel IAW JFTR/JTR requirements. Certifications validating <strong>the</strong> disability or o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
special medical need are effective up to six months or <strong>the</strong> duration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> disability or special need, whichever is<br />
shorter. Disabilities or special medical needs described as permanent require review and renewal on an annual<br />
basis by a physician.<br />
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3. Can <strong>the</strong> air-carrier charged for premium seating and if so, is <strong>the</strong> charge reimbursable?<br />
Appendix P2<br />
Some airlines have instituted charges for seats <strong>the</strong>y believe to be premium, i.e., front <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> cabin, larger seats, etc.<br />
The choice to pay extra for ‘premium’ seats is personal to <strong>the</strong> traveler and is not a Government requirement. The<br />
expense is borne by <strong>the</strong> traveler and is not reimbursable. Such situation can be avoided by making reservations<br />
early for <strong>the</strong> best seat selection possible as seat arrangement are under <strong>the</strong> carriers’ control, confirm seat<br />
assignments as early as allowed, early flight check-in prevents losing pre-reserved seats with late check-in times<br />
as <strong>the</strong>se seats may be released for o<strong>the</strong>r passengers close to departure time. YCA airfares do not guarantee a<br />
specific seat is available to <strong>the</strong> traveler.<br />
4. What happens to my changed airline ticket reservation?<br />
The airline carriers charge a change fee to travel agents that do not reissue a ticket when a traveler makes a<br />
voluntary change to a ticketed transaction. This is a policy between <strong>the</strong> airlines and travel agents and not under<br />
<strong>the</strong> purview <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> City-Pair program contract. If a travel agent does not change <strong>the</strong> record, <strong>the</strong> carrier won’t be<br />
able to determine if a flight is overbooked or if additional monies should be collected or refunded because <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
change. So when <strong>the</strong> traveler checks in, that traveler’s record will not show <strong>the</strong> most recent changes which may<br />
affect <strong>the</strong> ability to board that flight.<br />
D. City-Pair Airline Airfare FAQs<br />
1. How do I know if <strong>the</strong>re is a contract city-pair airfare?<br />
Contract city-pair airfares are identifiable because <strong>the</strong>y normally carry <strong>the</strong> airfare designator YCA or -CA. You<br />
can ask your (Contracted) Commercial Travel <strong>Office</strong> (CTO) or Travel Management Center (TMC) or check on<br />
<strong>the</strong> following city-pair website, http://apps.fas.gsa.gov/citypairs/search/<br />
2. Can I combine two contract airfares to save money?<br />
If <strong>the</strong>re is a contract airfare for <strong>the</strong> origin to destination route, <strong>the</strong> answer is no. If <strong>the</strong>re is no contract airfare for<br />
<strong>the</strong> origin to destination route, <strong>the</strong> answer is yes.<br />
3. How can I know that my travel was ticketed using <strong>the</strong> GSA Airline City-pair airfare rate?<br />
The ticket shows a three-letter airfare basis code with CA (Contract Award) as part <strong>of</strong> it. Airline City-Pair tickets<br />
are issued using one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following airfare basis codes:<br />
a. YCA = Guaranteed GSA coach/economy class city-pair airfare which is a highly discounted unrestricted<br />
airfare. NOTE: Personal frequent-flyer or mileage reward points use ICW <strong>of</strong>ficial travel is not a valid reason<br />
to request a YCA airfare when a _CA airfare is available at a lesser price.<br />
b. _CA = Limited capacity, GSA coach/economy class city-pair airfare which capacity controlled airfare with a<br />
deeper discount preferred by <strong>the</strong> Government.<br />
The first letter <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> three-letter airfare basis code in (b) varies by airline (e.g., LCA, QCA, etc). The only<br />
difference between <strong>the</strong> YCA and _CA is that <strong>the</strong>re are a limited number <strong>of</strong> seats on <strong>the</strong> less-costly _CA Airline<br />
City-Pair rate which varies carrier-by-carrier and market-by-market. Therefore, a traveler should make flight<br />
reservations as soon as plans are firm.<br />
If travel plans are uncertain (e.g., last minute ticket changes are likely), compare <strong>the</strong> difference between <strong>the</strong> YCA<br />
and _CA airfares with <strong>the</strong> cost (if any) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> travel agent’s transaction fee to make ticketing changes. If <strong>the</strong><br />
difference is small, it may be more cost effective to book an YCA airfare from <strong>the</strong> start. If <strong>the</strong> difference is large,<br />
it may be beneficial to book a _CA airfare and make changes, if necessary.<br />
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4. How early is early to take advantage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Government discount for normal airfare city-pair airfares<br />
(_CA)?<br />
The city-pair airfare program encourages a Government traveler to book reservations as early as possible. Once a<br />
traveler decides that a trip is necessary, <strong>the</strong> reservation should be made. The earlier <strong>the</strong> reservation, <strong>the</strong> better <strong>the</strong><br />
chances are that <strong>the</strong> agency can receive <strong>the</strong> additional savings (-CA known as capacity controlled city-pair<br />
airfares).<br />
5. Why does <strong>the</strong> Government have to pay <strong>the</strong> Airline Passenger Excise tax? Isn't <strong>the</strong> Government exempt<br />
from tax?<br />
The Federal Government is <strong>of</strong>ten exempted from state and local tax. However, <strong>the</strong> airline passenger excise tax is<br />
a Federal tax and <strong>the</strong> Federal Government is subject to it.<br />
6. How can <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> a city-pair flight between two cities vary on <strong>the</strong> same airline but different flights?<br />
While <strong>the</strong> base airfare and tax are required to be <strong>the</strong> same for all <strong>of</strong> a contract carrier’s flights (using <strong>the</strong> same<br />
airfare basis) between two cities, <strong>the</strong> airport and security fees may vary. The fees are based on <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong><br />
airports used, even if you do not change planes.<br />
7. The price shown in <strong>the</strong> E-GOV Travel Service or Defense Travel System (DTS) online booking engine is<br />
different from what is shown on <strong>the</strong> GSA Airline City-Pair website. How do I know I am getting <strong>the</strong><br />
Government rate for my airline reservations?<br />
The E-GOV Travel and DTS vendors’ online booking engines display valid GSA contract city-pair airfare rates,<br />
but <strong>the</strong>y display <strong>the</strong>m differently than <strong>the</strong> GSA Airline City-Pair website.<br />
a. The GSA website lists <strong>the</strong> airfares for general information purposes only. The GSA website shows <strong>the</strong><br />
domestic price for <strong>the</strong> base airfare, tax included but without fuel surcharge fees, segment, airport and security<br />
fees. International Airline City-Pair airfares on <strong>the</strong> GSA websites are shown as base airfare only, exclusive <strong>of</strong><br />
all fees and tax.<br />
b. The E-GOV Travel/DTS vendors can book reservations and shows ei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> base airfare (without tax) or <strong>the</strong><br />
total cost (base airfare, fuel surcharge fees, tax plus airport and security fees) depending on which E-GOV<br />
Travel/DTS vendor is used.<br />
E. City-Pair Travel Allowance FAQs<br />
1. I live in an area/location with multiple airports. What is <strong>the</strong> rule regarding what airport I must use<br />
when traveling on <strong>of</strong>ficial Government business?<br />
A traveler can use <strong>the</strong> airport that best suits <strong>the</strong> needs in areas/locations with multiple airports, except when <strong>the</strong><br />
AO determines in written policy that a specific airport should be used after considering <strong>the</strong> most cost-effective<br />
routing and transportation means (to include not only airfares, but also transportation to and from airports)<br />
and may consider potential lost work time. Areas/locations with multiple airports include, but are not limited to,<br />
are: Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Washington, DC.<br />
2. Can I use a contract city-pair airfare for personal travel and if so, taken in conjunction with <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
Government travel? What if <strong>the</strong> Government cancelled my leave or I received my TDY<br />
authorization/order while on leave without knowing about <strong>the</strong> TDY before going on leave?<br />
The use <strong>of</strong> contract city-pair airfares (or o<strong>the</strong>r airfares limited to <strong>of</strong>ficial Government business) is limited to<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel only. If personal travel is being taken in conjunction with <strong>of</strong>ficial Government travel, <strong>the</strong> contract<br />
city-pair airfares (or o<strong>the</strong>r airfares limited to <strong>of</strong>ficial Government business) cannot be used for that portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
trip since that travel is personal. These city-pair airfares or o<strong>the</strong>r airfares limited to <strong>of</strong>ficial Government travel<br />
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cannot be used to and/or from an un<strong>of</strong>ficial point (such as a leave point) unless <strong>the</strong> Government is paying for <strong>the</strong><br />
leave travel to (and/or from) <strong>the</strong> leave point.<br />
Example 1: A traveler receives a TDY authorization/order for TDY travel (<strong>of</strong>ficial travel) from Atlanta, GA,<br />
(PDS) to San Francisco, CA, (TDY assignment) and return. The traveler traveled from GA, to Chicago, IL,<br />
(personal convenience) to take leave in Chicago en route to San Francisco. Government and traveler limitations<br />
are:<br />
a. Use <strong>the</strong> two one-way contract city-pair airfare costs for <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial travel legs (GA to CA and CA to GA) to<br />
determine <strong>the</strong> constructed transportation reimbursement limit. In this example, <strong>the</strong> Government one-way airfare<br />
is $251.00 and round-trip is $502.00.<br />
b. Reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> entire trip is limited to $502. The contract city-pair airfare is available only to <strong>the</strong><br />
trip from San Francisco to Atlanta. The traveler must use airfares available to <strong>the</strong> general public for <strong>the</strong> GA to<br />
IL and IL to CA legs. The traveler is paid <strong>the</strong> lesser <strong>of</strong> actual or constructed expenses.<br />
Example 2: A traveler goes on leave to Denver, CO. The leave is interrupted for <strong>of</strong>ficial TDY to San Francisco,<br />
CA. The TDY assignment was not known prior to <strong>the</strong> traveler’s departure on leave. The traveler’s PDS is<br />
Atlanta, GA. Government and traveler limitations are travel from Denver to San Francisco and return back to<br />
Denver to resume leave or back to Atlanta is <strong>of</strong>ficial travel. See JFTR, par. U4105-F (uniformed member) or<br />
JTR, pars. C4440 and C4564 (civilian employee) and city-pair airfares may be used.<br />
NOTE: CTO/TMC use is mandatory for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel from Denver to San Francisco and return to Denver or<br />
Atlanta.<br />
3. What Government-sponsored leave programs qualify for contract city-pair airfares?<br />
Contract city-pair airfare use MAY BE POSSIBLE for <strong>of</strong>ficial Government-funded leave transportation programs<br />
listed below; and when ordered TDY while on leave if <strong>the</strong> TDY assignment was unknown prior to taking leave.<br />
Refer to <strong>the</strong> applicable leave transportation programs within <strong>the</strong> JFTR/JTR for actual authority when contract citypair<br />
airfares may be used.<br />
a. Civilian Employee: RAT (JTR, par. C3104-D2 and Chapter 5, Part K), FVT (JTR, par. C7550), EVT (JTR,<br />
par. C7602), FEML (JTR, par. C7700), and R&R (JTR, par. C7750). A dependent also may qualify for certain<br />
leave transportation; refer to cited JTR references for authority.<br />
b. Uniformed Member: COT (JFTR, par. U7200), Emergency Leave (JFTR, par. U7205), FEML (JFTR, par.<br />
U7207), and R&R (JFTR, par. U7300). A dependent also may qualify for certain leave travel transportation<br />
allowance; refer to cited JFTR references for authority.<br />
F. GSA Points <strong>of</strong> Contact. See <strong>the</strong> GSA website at http://fss.gsa.gov/citypairs or contact following POCs at,<br />
http://fss.gsa.gov/citypairs/forums below for more information on GSA's Airline City-Pair Program. Only those<br />
without Internet access should call.<br />
Mr. Jerry Bristow<br />
Program Manager,<br />
Contract City-Pair Program<br />
(703) 605-2925<br />
Jerome.bristow@gsa.gov<br />
Mr. Jerry Ellis<br />
Contract Specialist<br />
City-Pair Program<br />
(703) 605-2928<br />
Jerry.ellis@gsa.gov<br />
Mr Vincent Aquilino<br />
Program Analyst<br />
City-Pair Program<br />
(703) 605-2271<br />
Vincent.aquilino@gsa.gov<br />
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Paragraph Contents<br />
PART I: SERVICE MEMBERS<br />
A. Tour Length Establishment<br />
B. Tour Length Change<br />
C. Tour Length Exception<br />
D. Tour Lengths<br />
PART II: NOAA<br />
A. Tour Length Establishment<br />
B. Tour Length Change<br />
C. Tour Lengths<br />
APPENDIX Q<br />
OCONUS TOUR LENGTHS/TOURS OF DUTY<br />
PART III: CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE STANDARD TOURS OF DUTY<br />
A. Standard Tours <strong>of</strong> Duty<br />
B. Tour Length Exceptions<br />
C. Accompanied vs. Unaccompanied Tours <strong>of</strong> Duty<br />
D. Special Circumstance Tours <strong>of</strong> Duty<br />
E. Tour Lengths<br />
PART IV: CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE TOURS OF DUTY<br />
A. Special Circumstance Tour <strong>of</strong> Duty Locations<br />
B. Establishing a Special Circumstance Tour <strong>of</strong> Duty<br />
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PART I: DOD SERVICE MEMBERS<br />
NOTE: For NOAA, see App Q, Part II.<br />
A. Tour Length Establishment. A tour length is established IAW DODI 1315.18, par. E.3.1.<br />
Appendix Q1<br />
B. Tour Length Change. Submit a tour length change proposal IAW DODI 1315.18, par. E.3.1. Do not submit a<br />
tour length change proposal to PDTATAC.<br />
C. Tour Length Exception. The tour length for a DOD Service member stationed OCONUS is 36 months<br />
accompanied and 24 months unaccompanied (except for Hawai’i and Alaska which are 36/36) unless <strong>the</strong> Military<br />
Departments provide conclusive evidence that a specific tour must be shorter. See DODI 1315.18, par. E.3.1.1 (12<br />
January 05).<br />
D. Tour Lengths. The following are OCONUS tour lengths for a DOD Service member only (o<strong>the</strong>r than a<br />
Defense Attaché): DODI 1315.18, par. E3.1.1 (12 January 05):<br />
Country or Area<br />
Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective<br />
Date<br />
NOTE<br />
All OCONUS Duty Stations<br />
Not Listed Below 36 24<br />
Afghanistan<br />
*Kabul (Personnel assigned to SAO) NA 12 08-10-07 *11<br />
Alaska (except as indicated) 36 36 1<br />
Adak NA 12<br />
Clear NA 12<br />
Eareckson NA 12<br />
Fort Greely 24 12 05-01-04<br />
Galena NA 12<br />
King Salmon NA 12<br />
Marine Corps Security Forces 24 12<br />
Albania<br />
Tirana 24 12<br />
Algeria 24 12 12-07-04<br />
American Samoa NA 12<br />
Argentina 36 24<br />
Armenia<br />
*Yerevan (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 18 07-06-06 *10<br />
Aruba 24 18<br />
Australia (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Exmouth 24 24<br />
Learmonth 24 15<br />
Woomera 24 15<br />
Austria 36 24<br />
Azerbaijan<br />
*Baku (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 18 07-06-06 *10<br />
Azores (See Portugal)<br />
Bahamas<br />
Andros Island 24 24<br />
*Bahrain 24 12 *8, 14<br />
Bangladesh 24 18<br />
Belgium (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Bertrix NA 12<br />
Belize 24 18 09-17-04<br />
Benin 24 12<br />
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Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective<br />
Date<br />
Appendix Q1<br />
NOTE<br />
Bermuda 36 24<br />
Bolivia 24 18<br />
Bosnia-Herzegovina<br />
*Banja Luka 24 18 06-30-08 *15<br />
*Sarajevo (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 18 07-06-06 *10<br />
Botswana 24 12<br />
Brazil 36 24<br />
British Indian Ocean Territory<br />
Diego Garcia Island NA 12<br />
Bulgaria<br />
S<strong>of</strong>ia 24 12<br />
Burkina Faso 24 12<br />
Cambodia NA 12<br />
Canada (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Newfoundland and Labrador 24 12<br />
Argentia 24 12<br />
Goose Bay 24 12<br />
*Chad 24 12 05-02-08 *12<br />
Chile 36 24<br />
Columbia 24 18<br />
Commonwealth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> N. Mariana Islands<br />
(incl. Saipan) 24 12<br />
Costa Rica 36 24<br />
Crete (See Greece)<br />
Croatia<br />
Zagreb 24 12<br />
Cuba<br />
Guantanamo Bay 30 18 04-05-07 2<br />
JTF-GTMO 24 12 04-05-07 2<br />
Marine Barracks 24 12<br />
Curacao (See Ne<strong>the</strong>rlands Antilles)<br />
Cyprus (except as indicated) 24 18<br />
Akrotiri 24 12<br />
Czech Republic<br />
Prague 36 24<br />
Democratic Republic <strong>of</strong> Congo (formerly Zaire) 24 12<br />
Denmark (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Kalaallit Nunaat (formerly Greenland) NA 12<br />
Diego Garcia<br />
(See British Indian Ocean Territory)<br />
Djibouti<br />
*Djibouti City (Personnel assigned to SAO) 24 12 04-11-07 *11<br />
Dominican Republic 36 24<br />
Ecuador 36 18<br />
Manta NA 12<br />
Egypt (except as indicated) 24 18<br />
Beni Suef NA 12<br />
Cairo (ETSS personnel only) NA 12<br />
Ismailia 24 12<br />
Jiyanklis New NA 12<br />
Sinai NA 12<br />
El Salvador NA 12<br />
Personnel assigned to SAO 24 18<br />
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Country or Area<br />
Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective<br />
Date<br />
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NOTE<br />
England (See United Kingdom)<br />
Eritrea 24 12<br />
Estonia<br />
Tallinn 24 24<br />
Ethiopia<br />
*Addis Ababa (Personnel assigned to SAO) 24 12 04-11-07 *11<br />
France 36 24<br />
Georgia<br />
Tbilisi 24 18<br />
Germany (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Donaueschingen 24 12<br />
Geilenkirchen 36 36<br />
Ghana<br />
*Accra (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 18 03-19-07 *11<br />
Gibraltar 36 24<br />
Greece (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Argyroupolis NA 12<br />
A<strong>the</strong>ns 24 15<br />
Crete 24 18<br />
Souda Bay 24 18<br />
Drama NA 12<br />
Elefsis NA 12<br />
Horiatis NA 12<br />
Larissa 24 12<br />
Lefkas NA 12<br />
Parnis 30 18<br />
Patras 30 18<br />
Perivolaki NA 12<br />
Thessalonki 24 15<br />
Yiannitsa NA 12<br />
Greenland (See Denmark)<br />
Guam 36 24 10-12-04<br />
Guatemala 36 24<br />
Guyana 24 18<br />
Haiti<br />
*Port au Prince (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 12 11-20-07 *11<br />
Hawai’i (except as indicated) 36 36 1<br />
Kauai 30 18<br />
Pohakuloa Training Area 24 18<br />
Honduras (except as indicated) 24 18<br />
Soto Cano AB NA 12<br />
Hong Kong 36 24<br />
Hungary<br />
Budapest 36 24<br />
Papa 24 15 11-25-08<br />
Iceland (except as indicated) 30 18 10-04-99<br />
USAF (not assigned to a joint activity) 24 12<br />
USMC (not assigned to a joint activity) 24 12<br />
India 24 12<br />
Indonesia 24 12<br />
Ireland 36 24<br />
Israel 24 12<br />
Italy (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
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Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective<br />
Date<br />
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NOTE<br />
Crotone 24 15<br />
Ghedi 24 24 02-15-07<br />
Martina Franca 24 18<br />
Mt. Corna 24 18<br />
Mt. Finale Ligure NA 12<br />
Mt. Limbara NA 12<br />
Mt. Nardelo NA 12<br />
Mt. Paganella NA 12<br />
Mt. Venda 24 18<br />
Mt. Vergine 24 15<br />
Piano di Cors NA 12<br />
Poggio Renatico 24 12<br />
Rimini 24 18<br />
Sardinia<br />
Decimomannu Air Base (AB) 24 15<br />
La Maddalena 24 24<br />
Sicily<br />
Comiso 24 12<br />
Jamaica 24 12<br />
Japan (except as indicated) 36 24 3<br />
Akizuki Kure 24 12 12-07-04<br />
Itami (Sapporo) 24 12 12-07-04<br />
Kumamoto 24 12 12-07-04<br />
Kuma Shima NA 12<br />
MCAS Iwakuni 36 12<br />
Okuma NA 12<br />
Osaka 24 12 12-07-04<br />
Ryukyu Islands (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Okinawa<br />
Ie Shima NA 12<br />
MCAS Futenma 36 12<br />
MCB Butler 36 12<br />
Seburiyama NA 12<br />
Sendai 24 12 12-07-04<br />
Shariki NA 12 11-05-08<br />
Johnston Atoll NA 12<br />
Jordan (except as indicated) 24 12<br />
Amman 24 18<br />
Kalaallit Nunaat (See Denmark)<br />
Kazakhstan<br />
*Astana (Personnel assigned to SAO) 24 12 08-10-07 *11<br />
Kenya (except as indicated) 24 12<br />
Nairobi 24 18<br />
Korea (except as indicated) 36/24 12 03-2-09 *4, 7<br />
*Chongju AB NA 12 *4<br />
*Dongducheon (Camps Casey, Hovey, Mobile,<br />
*4, 5, 6<br />
Castle) 24 12<br />
*Gwangju AB (ROK) NA 12 *4<br />
*Joint Security Area NA 12 *4<br />
*Kunsan AB (US) NA 12 *4<br />
*Mujak/Pohang NA 12 *4<br />
*Uijongbu (Camps Jackson, Red Cloud, Stanley) 24 12 *4, 5, 6<br />
*Kuwait 24 12 *9<br />
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Country or Area<br />
Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective<br />
Date<br />
Appendix Q1<br />
NOTE<br />
Kyrgyzstan 24 12<br />
Laos NA 12<br />
Vientiane 24 12 12-21-06<br />
Latvia<br />
Riga 24 12<br />
*Liberia 24 18 06-30-08 *15<br />
Lithuania<br />
Vilnius 24 12<br />
Luxembourg 36 24<br />
Macedonia 24 18<br />
Skopje 24 12<br />
Madagascar 24 12<br />
Malaysia 36 24<br />
Marshall Islands<br />
Enewetok NA 12<br />
Kwajalein 24 18<br />
Mexico 24 18<br />
Midway Islands NA 12<br />
Moldova<br />
Chisinau 24 18<br />
Mongolia 24 24<br />
Montenegro<br />
*Podgorica (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 24 01-28-08 *11<br />
Morocco (except as indicated) 24 15<br />
Casablanca 24 12<br />
Errachidia NA 12<br />
Ne<strong>the</strong>rlands 36 24<br />
Ne<strong>the</strong>rlands Antilles<br />
Curacao NA 12<br />
New Zealand 36 24<br />
Nicaragua 24 18<br />
Niger 24 12<br />
Nigeria<br />
*Abuja (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 24 04-11-07 *11<br />
Norway 36 24 07-07-04<br />
Okinawa (See Japan)<br />
Oman 24 12<br />
Pakistan 24 12<br />
Panama (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Galeta Island NA 12<br />
Paraguay 24 18<br />
Peru (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Lima MAAG 30 18<br />
Philippines (except as indicated) NA 12<br />
Metropolitan Manila 24 18<br />
Poland<br />
Bydgoszcz 24 24 10-21-05<br />
Sczcecin 24 24 10-21-05<br />
Warsaw 36 24<br />
Portugal (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Azores Islands 24 15<br />
Puerto Rico (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Caguas 36 18<br />
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Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective<br />
Date<br />
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NOTE<br />
Isabela 36 18<br />
Juana Diaz 36 18<br />
Ponce (Ft Allen 36 18<br />
Vieques Island NA 12<br />
Yauco 36 18<br />
Qatar 24 12<br />
Romania<br />
Bucharest 24 24<br />
Russia<br />
*Moscow (Personnel assigned to DAO) 24 24 02-15-07 *11<br />
Saint Helena (Ascension Island) 24 12<br />
Saipan<br />
(See Commonwealth <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> N. Mariana Islands)<br />
Sardinia (See Italy)<br />
*Saudi Arabia (except as indicated) 24 12 *8<br />
*Eskan Village, Riyadh 24 12 07-18-08 *13<br />
Scotland (See United Kingdom)<br />
Senegal<br />
*Dakar (Personnel assigned to ODC) 24 24 03-21-07 *11<br />
Serbia<br />
*Belgrade (Personnel assigned to ODC & BAO) 24 24 06-11-07 *11<br />
Seychelles 24 12<br />
Sicily (See Italy)<br />
Singapore 36 24<br />
Slovakia<br />
Bratislava 36 24<br />
Slovenia<br />
Ljubljana 24 12<br />
Spain (except as indicated) 36 24<br />
Adamuz NA 12<br />
Alcoy 30 18<br />
Balearic Islands NA 15<br />
Ciudad Real NA 12<br />
Constantina 30 18<br />
Elizondo 30 18<br />
El Ferrol 24 24<br />
Estaca De Vares NA 12<br />
Gorremandi NA 15<br />
Moron AB 24 15<br />
Rosas 30 18<br />
Santiago NA 18<br />
Sonseca 24 15<br />
Villatobas 30 18<br />
Sudan 24 12<br />
Suriname 24 18<br />
Sweden<br />
Stockholm 36 24<br />
Tajikistan 24 12<br />
Thailand (except as indicated) 24 18<br />
Bangkok 36 24<br />
Tunisia 24 18<br />
Turkey (except as indicated) 24 15<br />
Balikesir NA 12<br />
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Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective<br />
Date<br />
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NOTE<br />
Cakmakli NA 12<br />
Corlu NA 12<br />
Elmadag 24 12<br />
Erhac NA 12<br />
Erzurum NA 12<br />
Eskisehir NA 12<br />
Iskendrum NA 12<br />
Istanbul NA 12<br />
Izmir NA 12<br />
Izmit NA 12<br />
Karatas 24 12<br />
Malatya 24 12<br />
Murted NA 12<br />
Oratakoy NA 12<br />
Pirinclik NA 12<br />
Sahihtepe NA 12<br />
Sinop NA 12<br />
Yumurtalik NA 12<br />
Turkmenistan 24 12<br />
Ukraine<br />
Kiev 24 12<br />
United Arab Emirates 24 12<br />
United Kingdom (except as indicated) 36 24 3<br />
RAF Fylingdales 24 18<br />
RAF Machrihanish (Scotland) 24 18<br />
Uruguay 36 24<br />
Uzbekistan 24 12<br />
Venezuela 24 18<br />
Vietnam 24 12 12-01-03<br />
Virgin Islands 36 24<br />
Wake Island NA 12<br />
Wales (See United Kingdom)<br />
West Indies<br />
Anguilla 24 18<br />
Antigua 24 12<br />
Barbados 36 24<br />
St. Lucia NA 12<br />
*Yemen 36 24 06-30-08 *15<br />
Zaire (See Democratic Republic <strong>of</strong> Congo)<br />
NOTES:<br />
1. Tour-length policies for a service member assigned to a duty station within Alaska or within Hawai’i are<br />
outlined in DODI 1315.18, par. E3.1.<br />
2. Dependents are permitted only when GOV’T QTRS are available.<br />
3. A maximum 48-month tour is permitted for Navy personnel.<br />
*4. Not every service member is eligible to serve an accompanied-by-dependents tour. Command sponsorship<br />
eligibility is controlled by U.S. Forces Korea and is contingent upon availability <strong>of</strong> facilities and services as<br />
determined by <strong>the</strong> USFK Commander. Service members not eligible to serve an accompanied-by-dependents tour will<br />
serve a dependent-restricted tour.<br />
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*5. Secretaries <strong>of</strong> Military Departments have authority to permit service members to reside at <strong>the</strong>se locations while<br />
dependents reside in areas where housing and services support are available. Upon approval <strong>of</strong> a Secretarial Overseas<br />
Housing Allowance (OHA) waiver, a Service member in a non-Key Billet accompanied tour is allowed to receive <strong>the</strong><br />
OHA rate for <strong>the</strong> location at which <strong>the</strong> family lives in Korea.<br />
*6. A Service member assigned to a location with limited command-sponsorship benefits is required to be counseled<br />
and to sign a memorandum acknowledging <strong>the</strong> limited command-sponsorship benefits available at that installation,<br />
prior to command sponsorship acceptance.<br />
*7. For an area authorized a 36-month accompanied-by-dependents tour, Service members may accept a 36- or 24month<br />
accompanied tour.<br />
*8. Due to threat levels, dependents are not currently authorized at this location.<br />
*9. Not every member is eligible to serve an accompanied-by-dependents tour in those locations where such tours<br />
are authorized. Eligibility is contingent upon <strong>the</strong> member’s actual duty assignment and is controlled by<br />
USCENTCOM. A member, not eligible to serve an accompanied-by-dependents tour, serves a dependentrestricted<br />
tour.<br />
*10. OSD (P&R/OEPM) memo dated 6 July 2006 established tour lengths for members assigned to <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
Defense Cooperation (ODC), U.S. Embassy located in Yerevan, Armenia; Baku, Azerbaijan; and Sarajevo, Bosnia-<br />
Herzegovina.<br />
*11. “OSD (P&R/OEPM)” memo dated 31 January 2008 established tour lengths for members assigned to <strong>the</strong> listed<br />
commands only. If an increase in <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> personnel assigned to <strong>the</strong> listed country is desired, a subsequent<br />
tour request must be submitted.”<br />
Personnel assigned to <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Defense Cooperation (ODC) in Accra, Ghana; Port au Prince, Haiti;<br />
Podgorica, Montenegro; Abuja, Nigeria; Dakar, Senegal; and personnel assigned <strong>the</strong> ODC and Bilateral Affairs<br />
<strong>Office</strong> (BAO) Belgrade, Serbia.<br />
Personnel assigned to <strong>the</strong> Defense Attaché <strong>Office</strong> (DAO) in Moscow, Russia, and personnel assigned to <strong>the</strong><br />
Security Assistance <strong>Office</strong> (SAO) Kabul, Afghanistan; Djibouti City, Djibouti; Addis Ababa; Ethiopia; and<br />
Astana, Kazakhstan.<br />
*12. PDUSD (P&R) memo <strong>of</strong> 5 May 2008 designates <strong>the</strong> accompanied tour as partially-unaccompanied. Adult<br />
dependents only (age 21 or older) are authorized.<br />
*13. PDUSD (P&R) memo <strong>of</strong> 17 July 2008 approves <strong>the</strong> return <strong>of</strong> adult non-school age dependents only to Eskan<br />
Village, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A member executing an accompanied tour (24 months) to this area will be provided<br />
an opportunity, once in Saudi Arabia, to assess within a reasonable amount <strong>of</strong> time (90 or fewer days from <strong>the</strong><br />
member’s arrival date), whe<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> member believes that <strong>the</strong> security conditions under which <strong>the</strong> family will reside<br />
are consistent with <strong>the</strong> family’s expectations and personal level <strong>of</strong> comfort and wellbeing. A member may elect to<br />
return dependents to CONUS IAW DODI 1315.18 par. E4.5.2.5. and JFTR, par. U5900-D2e, at no cost to <strong>the</strong><br />
member, and serve an unaccompanied tour (12 months).<br />
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*14. PDUSD (P&R) memo <strong>of</strong> 28 October 2008 approves <strong>the</strong> return <strong>of</strong> adult dependents only to Bahrain. The<br />
decision to return school-age and below school-age children will be considered at a later time. A member executing<br />
an accompanied tour (24 months) to this area will be provided an opportunity, once in Bahrain, to assess within a<br />
reasonable amount <strong>of</strong> time (90 or fewer days from <strong>the</strong> member’s arrival date), whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong> member believes<br />
that <strong>the</strong> security conditions under which <strong>the</strong> family will reside are consistent with <strong>the</strong> family’s expectations and<br />
personal level <strong>of</strong> comfort and wellbeing. A member may elect to return dependents to CONUS IAW DODI 1315.18<br />
par. E4.5.2.5. and JFTR, par. U5900-D2e at no cost to <strong>the</strong> member, and serve <strong>the</strong> unaccompanied tour (12 months).<br />
*15. May be accompanied by adult dependents age 18 years or older.<br />
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Part 2: NOAA<br />
PART II: NOAA<br />
NOTE: For DOD Service Members see, App Q, Part I.<br />
A. Tour Length Establishment. These tour lengths are established by NOAA/CPC.<br />
Appendix Q2<br />
B. Tour Length Change. Submit a tour length change proposal to NOAA/CPC. Do not submit a tour length<br />
change request to PDTATAC.<br />
C. Tour Lengths. The following are OCONUS tour lengths for NOAA members only:<br />
Country or Area<br />
Accompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Unaccompanied<br />
Tour<br />
(Months)<br />
Effective Date<br />
Alaska 36 36 31 Jan 2005<br />
American Samoa NA 12 31 Jan 2005<br />
Antarctica NA 12 31 Jan 2005<br />
Australia<br />
Learmonth 36 36 31 Jan 2005<br />
France 36 36 31 Jan 2005<br />
Hawai’i 36 36 31 Jan 2005<br />
Switzerland 36 36 31 Jan 2005<br />
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Part 3: Civilian Employee Standard Tours <strong>of</strong> Duty<br />
PART III: CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE STANDARD TOURS OF DUTY<br />
A. Standard Tours <strong>of</strong> Duty. Standard tours <strong>of</strong> duty are:<br />
See JTR, Ch 5, Part A for applicable regulations.<br />
1. 36 months under an initial service agreement, and<br />
2. 24 months under a renewal agreement<br />
Appendix Q3<br />
and apply to employees assigned OCONUS unless an exception is prescribed in this APP. See JTR, par. C5570-C.<br />
B. Tour Length Exceptions. The 24, 18, and 12-month tours apply to <strong>the</strong> entire location listed for an accompanied<br />
or unaccompanied employee unless a statement appears limiting applicability to:<br />
1. A specific area within that location,<br />
2. Certain employees, and/or<br />
3. An employee on a renewal agreement tour.<br />
C. Accompanied vs. Unaccompanied Tours <strong>of</strong> Duty. For a location at which one tour length is prescribed for<br />
employees authorized and accompanied by dependents and a shorter tour is prescribed for employees not authorized<br />
to have dependents present, <strong>the</strong> shorter tour length applies if <strong>the</strong> employee is authorized, but is not accompanied by,<br />
dependents.<br />
*D. Special Circumstance Tours <strong>of</strong> Duty. For special circumstance tour <strong>of</strong> duty locations see APP Q, Part IV, par.<br />
A.<br />
E. Tour Lengths<br />
NOTE: Unless o<strong>the</strong>rwise noted, <strong>the</strong> tour lengths listed below apply to initial and renewal tours.<br />
24-Month 18-Month 15-Month 12-Month<br />
Location<br />
Tour Tour Tour Tour<br />
Afghanistan<br />
Alaska<br />
X<br />
Adak X<br />
Aleutian Islands X<br />
Isolated Mainland Bases X<br />
Kodiak Island X<br />
Ascension Island<br />
Australia<br />
X<br />
Northwest Cape X<br />
Azores (see Portugal)<br />
Bahamas<br />
X<br />
Andros Island X<br />
Bahrain X 1 7 X 2<br />
Bosnia-Herzegovina X<br />
*Banja Luka *X 8<br />
British Indian Ocean Territory<br />
Diego Garcia Island X<br />
Burma<br />
Canada<br />
X<br />
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Location<br />
24-Month<br />
Tour<br />
18-Month<br />
Tour<br />
15-Month<br />
Tour<br />
Appendix Q3<br />
12-Month<br />
Tour<br />
Newfoundland & Labrador<br />
Gander X<br />
Argentia X 1 X 2 X<br />
Northwest Territories X<br />
St. Anthony X<br />
Christmas Island X<br />
Croatia X<br />
Cuba<br />
Guantanamo Bay X 1 X 2<br />
Diego Garcia (see British Indian Ocean Terr.)<br />
Dominican Republic X<br />
Egypt X 1 X 2<br />
El Salvador X 2<br />
Eniwetok (see Marshall Islands)<br />
Ethiopia X<br />
Finland (all locations outside Helsinki) X<br />
Greece X<br />
Greenland X<br />
Guam X<br />
Haiti X 1 X 2<br />
Honduras X 2<br />
Hong Kong X<br />
Hungary (eff 11-25-08)<br />
Papa X 1 X 2<br />
Iceland X 3 X<br />
Indonesia X 2<br />
Iran (except as indicated below) X<br />
Isfahan X<br />
Tehran X<br />
Israel X 1 X 2<br />
Italy<br />
Sardinia (La Maddalena) X 3 4 5<br />
X<br />
Sicily (Comiso and Ragusa) X 3 X<br />
Japan<br />
Iwo Jima X<br />
Kure X 1 X 2<br />
Ryukyu Islands X 1<br />
Wakkanai X 1 X 2<br />
Johnston Atoll X 3 X<br />
Jordan X<br />
Korea X 1 X 2<br />
Kuwait X 1 X 2<br />
Kwajalein (see Marshall Islands)<br />
Laos X<br />
Liberia *X 8<br />
Libya X<br />
Mahe Island X<br />
Marshall Islands<br />
Eniwetok X<br />
Kwajalein X<br />
Mexico<br />
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24-Month 18-Month 15-Month 12-Month<br />
Location<br />
Tour Tour Tour Tour<br />
Coatzacoalcos X 1 2 5<br />
X<br />
Vera Cruz X 1 2 5<br />
X<br />
Midway Islands X<br />
Montenegro X<br />
Morocco X<br />
Nigeria X 1 X 2<br />
N. Mariana Islands<br />
Saipan X<br />
Oman X 1 X 2<br />
Pakistan (except as indicated below) X<br />
Islamabad X 2<br />
Karachi X 2<br />
Lahore X 2<br />
Peshawar X 2<br />
Panama X<br />
Philippines<br />
Portugal<br />
X<br />
Azores X<br />
Puerto Rico X<br />
Qatar X 1 X 2<br />
Russia<br />
Moscow X<br />
Saudi Arabia X 1 6 X 2<br />
Serbia X<br />
Somali Republic X<br />
Taiwan X<br />
Thailand X 1 X 2<br />
Turkey (except as indicated below) X<br />
Cakmakli, X 2<br />
Corlu X 2<br />
Diyabakir X 2<br />
Izmir X 2<br />
Murs X 2<br />
Ortakoy X 2<br />
Sinop X<br />
Venezuela<br />
West Indies<br />
X<br />
Eleu<strong>the</strong>ra Island X<br />
Grand Bahama Island X<br />
Grand Turk Island X<br />
Mayaguana Island X<br />
San Salvador Island X<br />
St. Lucia Island<br />
Yemen Arab Republic<br />
X<br />
Sanaa X 3 8 2 5<br />
X<br />
Zaire X<br />
1/ For an employee authorized, and accompanied by, a dependent.<br />
2/ For an employee not authorized to have a dependent present.<br />
3/ For an employee on an initial service agreement authorized, and accompanied by, a dependent.<br />
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4/ For an employee on an initial service agreement not authorized to have a dependent present.<br />
5/ For an employee serving on a renewal agreement.<br />
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6/ PDUSD (P&R) memo <strong>of</strong> 17 July 2008 approves <strong>the</strong> return <strong>of</strong> adult non-school age dependents only to Eskan<br />
Village, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. An employee executing an accompanied tour (24 months) to this area will be<br />
provided an opportunity, once in Saudi Arabia, to assess within a reasonable amount <strong>of</strong> time (90 or fewer days from<br />
<strong>the</strong> employer’s arrival date), whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong> employee believes that <strong>the</strong> security conditions under which <strong>the</strong><br />
family will reside are consistent with <strong>the</strong> family’s expectations and personal level <strong>of</strong> comfort and wellbeing. An<br />
employee may elect to return dependents to CONUS IAW JTR, par. C5450-A3, and serve <strong>the</strong> unaccompanied tour<br />
(12 months).<br />
*7/ PDUSD (P&R) memo <strong>of</strong> 28 October 2008 approves <strong>the</strong> return <strong>of</strong> adult dependents only to Bahrain. The<br />
decision to return school-age and below school-age children will be considered at a later time. An employee<br />
executing an accompanied tour (24 months) to this area will be provided an opportunity, once in Bahrain, to assess<br />
within a reasonable amount <strong>of</strong> time (90 or fewer days from <strong>the</strong> employee’s arrival date), whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong><br />
employee believes that <strong>the</strong> security conditions under which <strong>the</strong> family will reside are consistent with <strong>the</strong> family’s<br />
expectations and personal level <strong>of</strong> comfort and wellbeing. An employee may elect to return dependents to CONUS<br />
IAW JTR, par. C5450-A3, and serve <strong>the</strong> unaccompanied tour (18 months).<br />
*8/ May be accompanied by adult dependents age 18 years or older.<br />
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PART IV: CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE TOURS OF DUTY<br />
A. Special Circumstance Tour <strong>of</strong> Duty Locations. The tours <strong>of</strong> duty for <strong>the</strong> persons listed below are exceptions to<br />
<strong>the</strong> standard tours <strong>of</strong> duty in APP Q, Part III.<br />
1. DOD Education Activity Personnel<br />
a. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Personnel in 20 USC §§901-907 Teaching Positions. The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for a person in a<br />
teaching position under <strong>the</strong> DOD Education Activity (see 20 USC §§901-907) is 1 or 2 school years as<br />
required, plus <strong>the</strong> time required in <strong>the</strong> area because <strong>of</strong> arrival before <strong>the</strong> school year starts and while<br />
awaiting transportation upon departure. The school year for a person in teaching positions consists <strong>of</strong> not<br />
more than 190 working days including not less than 175 days <strong>of</strong> classroom instruction.<br />
b. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Personnel Not in 20 USC §§901-907 Teaching Positions. The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
personnel not in 20 USC §§901-907 teaching positions is 12 months in those areas where <strong>the</strong> tour <strong>of</strong> duty<br />
for o<strong>the</strong>r DOD employees is less than 24 months. In all o<strong>the</strong>r areas, <strong>the</strong> tour <strong>of</strong> duty is 24 or 36 months, as<br />
appropriate. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional personnel not in teaching positions include school principals, administrators, and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r personnel whose services are required for a full calendar year.<br />
c. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Personnel in 20 USC §§901-907 Teaching Positions Reassigned without Returning to<br />
CONUS to Positions Not Subject to 20 USC §§901-907 for which <strong>the</strong> Tour <strong>of</strong> Duty Is 36 Months. The tour<br />
<strong>of</strong> duty for pr<strong>of</strong>essional personnel in 20 USC §§901-907 teaching positions reassigned without returning to<br />
CONUS to positions not subject to 20 USC §§901-907 for which <strong>the</strong> tour <strong>of</strong> duty is 36 months is a period<br />
<strong>of</strong> service, in addition to immediate prior OCONUS service, to complete 36 months.<br />
d. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Personnel in 20 USC §§901-907 Principal and Assistant Principal Positions. The tour <strong>of</strong><br />
duty for persons in principal and assistant principal positions under <strong>the</strong> DOD Education Activity (see 20<br />
USC §§901-907 and DODEA Regulation 5301.4-R (“Salaries and Personnel Practices Applicable to<br />
Principals and Assistant Principals” available at http://www.odedodea.edu/pers/emanual/)) is <strong>the</strong> same as<br />
for any o<strong>the</strong>r DOD civilian employee who is employed on a calendar-year basis. The tours are expressed in<br />
terms <strong>of</strong> school years ra<strong>the</strong>r than calendar years. Except as provided in pars. A1a, A1b, and A1c, tours <strong>of</strong><br />
duty are 3 school years under <strong>the</strong> initial service agreement and 2 school years under each subsequent<br />
agreement.<br />
2. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Employee. The Director, DIA, administratively fixes <strong>the</strong> tour <strong>of</strong> duty<br />
for a DIA employee.<br />
3. Scientists on Sabbatical Leave. The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for a scientist on sabbatical leave is 12 months.<br />
4. Civilian Marine Personnel <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Military Sealift Command (MSC). The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for MSC civilian<br />
marine personnel is 12 months.<br />
5. U.S. Naval Observatory Personnel, San Juan-El Leoncito Region <strong>of</strong> Argentina. The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for U.S.<br />
Naval Observatory personnel assigned to <strong>the</strong> San Juan-El Leoncito region <strong>of</strong> Argentina is 24 months.<br />
6. Resident Technical Assistance Team, Talcahuano, Chile. The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for a civilian employee <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Resident Technical Assistance Team assigned at Talcahuano, Chile, is 24 months.<br />
7. National Security Agency (NSA) Employees. Because <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> nature <strong>of</strong> employment, <strong>the</strong> Director, NSA,<br />
administratively fixes <strong>the</strong> tour <strong>of</strong> duty for a NSA employee.<br />
8. U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit No. 3, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for a civilian employee<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit No. 3, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 24 months.<br />
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9. Air Force Management Interns. The tour <strong>of</strong> duty for a management intern assigned to <strong>the</strong> Department <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Air Force Management Intern Program in <strong>the</strong> area under <strong>the</strong> jurisdiction <strong>of</strong> Headquarters, Pacific Air Forces is<br />
24 months. During <strong>the</strong> 24-month tour, <strong>the</strong> employee may be transferred to various posts throughout <strong>the</strong> area as<br />
management needs dictate.<br />
10. Consultants and Experts. The tours <strong>of</strong> duty prescribed in pars. D2 through D10 do not apply to a consultant<br />
or an expert.<br />
B. Establishing a Special Circumstance Tour <strong>of</strong> Duty<br />
1. <strong>General</strong>. The special circumstance tour <strong>of</strong> duty established for a particular location applies to <strong>the</strong> entire<br />
location for accompanied and unaccompanied employees unless <strong>the</strong> requesting <strong>of</strong>ficial indicates that <strong>the</strong><br />
proposed tour should be limited to:<br />
a. A specific area within <strong>the</strong> location (ex., Bahamas: Andros Island),<br />
b. Accompanied or unaccompanied employees, and/or<br />
c. An employee on a renewal agreement.<br />
2. Exception Requests. A DOD component desiring to establish a special circumstance tour <strong>of</strong> duty must<br />
submit an exception request, to <strong>the</strong> PDUSD (P&R), stating <strong>the</strong> reasons for <strong>the</strong> exception.<br />
3. Special Conditions. When special conditions justify it, and <strong>the</strong> interested components concur, tours <strong>of</strong> duty<br />
may be established in a given OCONUS area that differ among military departments, provided every effort is<br />
made to correct <strong>the</strong> special conditions which justify this practice and to establish a uniform tour <strong>of</strong> duty for <strong>the</strong><br />
area as promptly as possible.<br />
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APPENDIX R<br />
CONFERENCES<br />
JFTR/JTR, APP R applies to Uniformed Members and DOD civilian employees (JFTR, par. U1000 and JTR, par.<br />
C1001-C). It is derived from <strong>the</strong> Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) and references are cited within APP R.<br />
PART I: CONFERENCE PLANNING POLICY (FTR §301-74)<br />
Par. Title/Contents<br />
A. Authority<br />
B. Policy<br />
C. Scope and Coverage<br />
D. Definitions<br />
E. Actions Required<br />
F. Cost Considerations<br />
G. Cost Comparisons<br />
H. Conference Site Selection<br />
I. Requirements for Attendance, Sponsoring or Funding a Conference at a Place <strong>of</strong> Public Accommodation<br />
J. Advertisement or Application Form for Conference Attendance<br />
K. Selection <strong>of</strong> Attendees<br />
L. Conference Administrative Costs<br />
M. Conference Lodging Allowance<br />
N. Conference Lodging Allowance Approval Authority<br />
O. Conference M&IE Rate<br />
P. Guidance for Conference Planning (FTR, §301, APP E)<br />
PART II: CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE<br />
A. <strong>General</strong><br />
B. Authority<br />
C. GOV’T Sponsored Conferences<br />
D. Non-GOV’T Sponsored Conferences<br />
E. Registration Fees and Miscellaneous Expense<br />
F. Membership Fees and Dues<br />
G. Entertainment Expenses<br />
H. Advance Payment <strong>of</strong> Discounted Conference or Training Registration Fee (FTR §301–74.25)<br />
Guidance from <strong>the</strong> Comptroller <strong>General</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> United States Concerning Reasonable Conference Costs<br />
I. Including Meals and Light Refreshments at a Formal Conference<br />
J. Proportional Meal Rate (PMR) Computation Examples<br />
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A. Authority.<br />
OMB Bulletin No. 93-11, dated 19 April 1993, To The Heads <strong>of</strong> Executive Departments and<br />
Establishments, Subject: Fiscal Responsibility and Reducing Perquisites, Attachment 5.<br />
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B. Policy.<br />
(FTR §301-74) The public interest requires that <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Services and DOD agencies exercise<br />
strict fiscal responsibility when selecting conference sites. Accordingly, <strong>the</strong> Services and agencies must select<br />
conference sites that minimize conference costs. When Service/DOD Agency representatives attend conferences<br />
sponsored by o<strong>the</strong>rs, <strong>the</strong> Service/DOD Agency must keep its representation to a minimum consistent with serving<br />
<strong>the</strong> public's interest.<br />
C. Scope and Coverage.<br />
This guidance applies to all Executive Departments, agencies and <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Services<br />
that sponsor conferences or pay for travel to conferences. In addition to conference travel by Service members and<br />
DOD civilian employees, this guidance applies to conference travel paid for persons invited to travel in support <strong>of</strong><br />
GOV’T programs.<br />
D.<br />
Definitions<br />
1. Conference: A meeting, retreat, seminar, symposium or event that involves attendee travel. Also applies to<br />
training activities that are conferences under 5 CFR 410.404. NOTE:<br />
This does not include regularly<br />
scheduled courses <strong>of</strong> instruction conducted at a GOV’T or commercial training facility.<br />
2. Conference costs:<br />
All costs paid by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T for a conference, whe<strong>the</strong>r paid directly or reimbursed by a<br />
Uniformed Service or DOD Agency. See par. F. Examples include:<br />
a. Attendee's travel costs (i.e., travel to and from <strong>the</strong> conference, ground transportation, lodging, meals and<br />
incidental costs),<br />
b. Attendee's time costs (i.e., <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> attendee’s time spent at <strong>the</strong> conference and traveling to and from<br />
<strong>the</strong> conference),<br />
c. Meeting room and audiovisual costs,<br />
d. Registration fees (with or without furnished meals o<strong>the</strong>r than refreshment/snacks),<br />
e. Speaker fees,<br />
f. Conference-related administrative fees, and<br />
g. Similar costs.<br />
3. Conference lodging allowance:<br />
The lodging allowance that is up to 25 percent above <strong>the</strong> established<br />
geographical lodging portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> per diem rate (rounded up to <strong>the</strong> next higher dollar). The per diem M&IE<br />
remains unchanged.<br />
4. Site:<br />
Refers to both <strong>the</strong> geographical location and <strong>the</strong> specific facility selected.<br />
E. Actions Required.<br />
When planning a conference, <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Service or DOD Agency (FTR §301-74.3) must:<br />
1. Determine which conference expenditures provide <strong>the</strong> greatest GOV’T advantage by<br />
a. Ensuring appropriate management oversight <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> conference planning process,<br />
b. Performing cost comparisons <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> size, scope, and location,<br />
c. Determining if a GOV’T facility is available at a lesser rate,<br />
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e. Maintaining written documentation <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> alternatives considered and <strong>the</strong> selection rationale used, and<br />
f. Minimizing cost by exercising strict fiscal responsibility in determining <strong>the</strong> best site.<br />
2. Minimize <strong>the</strong> conference administrative costs,<br />
3. Minimize <strong>the</strong> attendees’ travel costs,<br />
4. Minimize <strong>the</strong> attendees’ time costs,<br />
5. Use GOV’T-owned or GOV’T provided facilities as much as possible,<br />
6. Identify ways to save costs in selecting a particular conference site (e.g., lower <strong>of</strong>f-season rates), and<br />
7. Develop and establish internal policies that ensure <strong>the</strong>se standards are met.<br />
NOTE:<br />
Individuals must have <strong>the</strong> requisite contracting authority to obligate <strong>the</strong> GOV’T ICW conference<br />
arrangements.<br />
F. Cost Considerations.<br />
When planning a conference, <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Service or DOD Agency should consider all<br />
GOV’T-paid direct and indirect conference costs. Conference costs to be considered include:<br />
1. Travel and per diem expenses,<br />
2. Rent <strong>of</strong> rooms for <strong>of</strong>ficial business,<br />
3. Usage <strong>of</strong> audiovisual and o<strong>the</strong>r equipment,<br />
4. Computer and telephone access fees,<br />
5. Light refreshments for morning, afternoon, or evening breaks exclude alcoholic beverages and include:<br />
c<strong>of</strong>fee, tea, milk, juice, s<strong>of</strong>t drinks, donuts, bagels, fruit, pretzels, cookies, chips, muffins, and similar items.<br />
For DOD policy regarding <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> appropriated funds to purchase food; see DOD, <strong>Office</strong> Of <strong>General</strong><br />
<strong>Counsel</strong> (Fiscal) memorandum, 1 Sep 05, subject: Use <strong>of</strong> Appropriated Funds to Purchase Food at Conferences,<br />
Meetings, and Events. Questions about <strong>the</strong> DOD policy should be referred to OSD <strong>General</strong> <strong>Counsel</strong> (Fiscal).<br />
6. Printing,<br />
7. Registration fees,<br />
8. Ground transportation, and<br />
9. Attendees’ travel and time cost.<br />
G. Cost Comparisons.<br />
When planning a conference, Uniformed Services and DOD Agencies must do cost<br />
comparisons to ensure <strong>the</strong> GOV’T’s greatest benefit. Cost comparisons include:<br />
1. Determination <strong>of</strong> lodging adequacy at <strong>the</strong> established per diem rate,<br />
2. Overall convenience,<br />
3. Fees,<br />
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4. Meeting space availability,<br />
5. Equipment availability, e.g., audiovisual, fax,<br />
6. Commuting or travel distance <strong>of</strong> most attendees, and<br />
7. O<strong>the</strong>r conference expenses.<br />
H. Conference Site Selection<br />
(FTR §301-74.5)<br />
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1. Documentation.<br />
(FTR §301-74.19) The Uniformed Service or DOD Agency concerned must maintain a<br />
record <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> each alternative conference site considered for each conference sponsored or funded, in<br />
whole or in part, for 30 or more attendees. A minimum <strong>of</strong> three sites must be considered for <strong>the</strong> conference and<br />
<strong>the</strong> documentation must be available for inspection by <strong>the</strong> <strong>Office</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Inspector <strong>General</strong> or o<strong>the</strong>r interested<br />
parties.<br />
2. Locality Per Diem Rate.<br />
(FTR §301-74.6; 74.7) Initial selection <strong>of</strong> a location must be based on <strong>the</strong><br />
established per diem rate; however, to provide flexibility in <strong>the</strong> selection <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> appropriate lodging facility at<br />
<strong>the</strong> most advantageous location, <strong>the</strong> lodging portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> established per diem rate may be exceeded by up to<br />
25 percent, if necessary. For example, if <strong>the</strong> established geographical lodging portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> per diem rate is<br />
$100, <strong>the</strong>n facilities with lodging rates up to $125 may be considered when selecting <strong>the</strong> conference location.<br />
3. Conferences Conducted in <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia.<br />
(FTR §301-74.17) Prior to scheduling, contact should<br />
be made with <strong>the</strong> GSA Public Buildings Service (PBS) <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> National Capital Region to inquire about <strong>the</strong><br />
availability <strong>of</strong> short-term conference and meeting facilities in <strong>the</strong> District <strong>of</strong> Columbia. A Customer Desk<br />
Guide can be found at <strong>the</strong> following website:<br />
http://www.gsa.gov/attachments/GSA_PUBLICATIONS/pub/CustomerGuidebookmarkedversion.pdf.<br />
NOTE:<br />
This website is case sensitive.<br />
I. Requirements for Attendance, Sponsoring or Funding a Conference at a Place <strong>of</strong> Public Accommodation (FTR<br />
§301-74.14; 74.15)<br />
1. Attendance at a conference must be authorized by an <strong>of</strong>ficial designated through <strong>the</strong> Secretarial Process.<br />
2. Sponsoring or funding a conference by a Uniformed Service or DOD Agency at a place <strong>of</strong> public<br />
accommodation must be authorized by an <strong>of</strong>ficial designated through <strong>the</strong> Secretarial Process.<br />
3. FEMA-approved accommodations must be used when sponsoring or funding a conference, in whole or in<br />
part, at a place <strong>of</strong> public accommodation in <strong>the</strong> U.S. where applicable. The <strong>of</strong>ficial designated by <strong>the</strong><br />
Secretarial Process for authorizing <strong>the</strong> sponsoring and/or funding <strong>of</strong> a conference can make a written<br />
determination on an individual case basis that waiver <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> requirement to use FEMA-approved<br />
accommodations is necessary and in <strong>the</strong> public interest for a particular event.<br />
J. Advertisement or Application Form for Conference Attendance.<br />
(FTR §301-74.16) Any advertisement or<br />
application for attendance at a conference sponsored or funded by a Uniformed Service or DOD Agency must<br />
include notice:<br />
1. That attendees must use FEMA-approved place <strong>of</strong> public accommodation unless a waiver has been issued as<br />
indicated in Part I, item I3, and<br />
2. Of <strong>the</strong> prohibition <strong>of</strong> use <strong>of</strong> non FEMA-approved places <strong>of</strong> public accommodation to all non-Federal<br />
entities, e.g., contractors, to which <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Service or DOD Agency provides Federal funds.<br />
K. Selection <strong>of</strong> Attendees<br />
. Uniformed Services and DOD Agencies must establish policies that reduce <strong>the</strong> overall<br />
cost <strong>of</strong> attending a conference. The policies and procedures must:<br />
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1. Limit <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Service’s or DOD Agency’s representation to <strong>the</strong> minimum number <strong>of</strong> attendees<br />
necessary to accomplish <strong>the</strong> Agency’s mission; and<br />
2. Provide for travel expense consideration when selecting attendees.<br />
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L. Conference Administrative Costs.<br />
Conference administrative costs may not be included in an attendee's per<br />
diem allowance payment for attendance at a conference. Per diem is intended only to reimburse <strong>the</strong> attendee's<br />
subsistence expenses. Administrative costs must be paid separately.<br />
M. Conference Lodging Allowance.<br />
The Conference Lodging Allowance is a pre-determined allowance <strong>of</strong> up to<br />
125 percent <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> applicable locality lodging per diem rate (rounded to <strong>the</strong> next highest dollar) and:<br />
N.<br />
1. Is not an actual expense allowance,<br />
2. May not be used if <strong>the</strong> lodging rate exceeds <strong>the</strong> established lodging allowance by more than 25 per cent (e.g.,<br />
locality lodging rate $100; maximum conference lodging rate can be $125), and<br />
3. May not be used concurrently with <strong>the</strong> actual expense method <strong>of</strong> reimbursement.<br />
Conference Lodging Allowance Approval Authority (FTR, §301-74.24)<br />
1. GOV’T Sponsored Conference.<br />
Only a designated senior <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> sponsoring agency may determine<br />
that a conference lodging allowance is necessary, and authorize <strong>the</strong> conference lodging allowance rate. All<br />
agencies must use that rate in reimbursing <strong>the</strong>ir attendees’ lodging expenses (FTR, §301-74.8).<br />
2. Non-GOV’T Sponsored Conference.<br />
The AO may authorize a member to be reimbursed for lodging<br />
expenses incurred up to <strong>the</strong> conference lodging allowance rate (FTR, §301-74.9).<br />
NOTE:<br />
If <strong>the</strong> Conference Lodging Allowance is inadequate, see JFTR, Ch, 4, Part C, or JTR, Ch 4, Part M for<br />
actual expense authorization reimbursement procedures.<br />
O.<br />
Conference M&IE Rate<br />
1. Light Refreshments.<br />
When <strong>the</strong> GOV’T furnishes light refreshments at nominal or no cost to <strong>the</strong> attendee, no<br />
deduction <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> attendee's M&IE allowance is permitted.<br />
2. Meals Included in Registration Fee.<br />
When <strong>the</strong> GOV’T furnishes one or two meals at nominal or no cost, or<br />
includes <strong>the</strong>m in <strong>the</strong> registration fee, <strong>the</strong> proportional meal rate applies to Uniformed Service members and<br />
DOD civilian employees for each day meals are furnished. See APP R, Part II, item I for PMR computation<br />
examples.<br />
P. Guidance for Conference Planning. Refer to FTR, Chapter 301, Appendix E for conference planning guidance<br />
procedures, which is necessary to plan a successful conference. Website address is:<br />
http://www.gsa.gov/Portal/gsa/ep/channelView.do?pageTypeId=17113&channelId=-<br />
24568&specialContentType=FTR&file=FTR/Chapter301pAppE.html#wp1185528.<br />
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A. <strong>General</strong>.<br />
A DOD civilian employee and/or a Uniformed Service member may attend and participate in<br />
conferences/meetings <strong>of</strong> recognized pr<strong>of</strong>essional organizations to maintain and improve pr<strong>of</strong>essional competency at<br />
GOV’T expense (including TDY expenses), subject to <strong>the</strong> availability <strong>of</strong> funds and <strong>the</strong> employee’s/member’s work<br />
responsibilities.<br />
B. Authority. Title 5 USC §4110 and 37 USC §412 authorizes conference attendance expenditures for meetings<br />
concerned with <strong>the</strong> functions and activities <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Services/DOD Agency which contribute to improved<br />
conduct, supervision, or management <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> component’s functions and activities are authorized as a necessary<br />
expense. This authority applies to attendance at technical, scientific, pr<strong>of</strong>essional, or similar private membership<br />
non-Federal societies and organizations (38 Comp. Gen. 800 (1959) and 55 Id. 1332 (1976)). This authority is<br />
independent <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> training authority included in JTR, par. C4500 and JFTR, par. U1050 unless it is administratively<br />
determined that training is <strong>the</strong> primary purpose <strong>of</strong> attendance at a meeting.<br />
C. Government Sponsored Conference.<br />
Attendance at GOV’T expense may be authorized for <strong>the</strong> following:<br />
1. Conferences sponsored or cosponsored by a Federal agency at which a member’s/DOD civilian employee’s<br />
attendance is required in <strong>the</strong> performance <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial duties;<br />
2. Conferences <strong>of</strong> state/municipals GOV’T organizations, or <strong>of</strong> international agencies in which <strong>the</strong> Federal<br />
Government is <strong>of</strong>ficially participating, and <strong>the</strong> member’s/DOD civilian employee’s attendance is related to<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial duties or for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> transacting GOV’T business;<br />
3. Conferences <strong>of</strong> a group <strong>of</strong> individuals representing private interests, but convened for <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong><br />
transacting business directly related to <strong>the</strong> Uniformed Service’s or DOD Agency’s functions or activities and<br />
attendance is in <strong>the</strong> member’s/DOD civilian employee’s <strong>of</strong>ficial performance; and<br />
4. Similar activities.<br />
D. Non-Government Sponsored Conferences<br />
1. <strong>General</strong>. Conference attendance at non-Federal technical, scientific, pr<strong>of</strong>essional, and comparable private<br />
membership organizations is subject to <strong>the</strong> conditions in APP R, Part I.<br />
2. Attendance and Approval Requirements. Attendee selection and approval is subject to Uniformed<br />
Service/DOD Agency regulations consistent with <strong>the</strong> regulations on acceptance <strong>of</strong> payment from a non-federal<br />
source for travel Expenses (see <strong>the</strong> Joint Ethics Regulation (JER), DOD 5500.7-R, at<br />
http://www.defenselink.mil/dodgc/defense_ethics/ethics_regulation/index.html).<br />
3. Purpose. A Uniformed member and/or a DOD civilian employee may attend conferences at GOV’T expense<br />
to:<br />
a. Fur<strong>the</strong>r Service or DOD Agency programs;<br />
b. Present scientific and technical papers which fur<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> development <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. resources; and<br />
c. Maintain an effective pr<strong>of</strong>essional, scientific, technical, managerial, and supervisory workforce.<br />
4. Security. An appropriate security <strong>of</strong>ficer at <strong>the</strong> activity concerned should examine <strong>the</strong> security implications<br />
for attendance at all meetings and conferences conducted or sponsored by private or international organizations.<br />
A member/DOD civilian employee who attends such meetings must be briefed about security implications,<br />
when necessary, prior to attendance.<br />
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*E. Registration Fees and Miscellaneous Reimbursable Expenses<br />
Appendix R2<br />
*1. When Travel Is Involved. Registration fees authorized in <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order or approved on a<br />
travel claim voucher are reimbursable. The PMR applies on any day that <strong>the</strong> cost for one or two meals is<br />
included in <strong>the</strong> registration fee (JTR, par C4554-B and JFTR, par. U4165-2b). Information should be included<br />
on <strong>the</strong> travel authorization/order as to whe<strong>the</strong>r or not <strong>the</strong> registration fee includes charges for meals, and if so,<br />
<strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> meals and <strong>the</strong> dates on which furnished. When <strong>the</strong> registration fee includes lodgings without<br />
charge, only <strong>the</strong> appropriate applicable PMR or TDY locality M&IE rate is paid<br />
2. When No Travel Is Involved. The registration fee may be reimbursed when attendance is authorized for a<br />
conference in <strong>the</strong> local area that:<br />
a. Does not involve travel,<br />
b. Does not involve per diem, and<br />
c. For which a travel authorization/order is not issued.<br />
3. Limitation on Reimbursement for Meal Costs when Attending a Conference/Meeting Sponsored by a<br />
Uniformed Service or DOD Agency. The cost <strong>of</strong> each meal, whe<strong>the</strong>r included in a registration fee or contracted<br />
for separately, at a Uniformed Service or DOD Agency sponsored conference/meeting must be identified. The<br />
total amount paid by <strong>the</strong> GOV’T for meals cannot exceed <strong>the</strong> locality meal rate prescribed for <strong>the</strong> TDY<br />
assignment location (if travel is involved) or <strong>the</strong> meeting location (when travel is not involved), unless AEA<br />
reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> meal(s) involved has been authorized/approved in accordance with JFTR, Ch 4, Part C<br />
and/or JTR, Ch 4, Part M. When travel is involved, <strong>the</strong> maximum contracted amount for 1 or 2 meals cannot<br />
exceed <strong>the</strong> difference between <strong>the</strong> locality meal rate and <strong>the</strong> PMR.<br />
*4. Miscellaneous Reimbursable Expenses. Independent charges/fees for light refreshments/snacks are not a<br />
reimbursable expense.<br />
5. Conferences/Training at <strong>the</strong> PDS: Payment <strong>of</strong> registration fees, meals, lodging, travel, and/or o<strong>the</strong>r expenses<br />
required for conferences/training at <strong>the</strong> PDS cannot be paid as travel allowances per 37 USC §404. For<br />
authority to pay related training costs at <strong>the</strong> PDS see 10 USC §2013; 5 USC §4109; 42 USC §218a; and 14 USC<br />
§469. The costs must clearly be an integral part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> training (39 Comp. Gen. 119 (1959); and B-244473, 13<br />
January 1992). When training events require lodging and subsistence costs at <strong>the</strong> PDS, authority for training<br />
expense payment is made through <strong>the</strong> training and/or comptroller personnel using <strong>the</strong> above legal authority.<br />
This regulation is not <strong>the</strong> authority for this payment nor is it a travel and transportation allowance.<br />
Charges/fees for light refreshments/snacks are reimbursable ONLY when included as part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> conference<br />
registration fee.<br />
F. Membership Fees and Dues. The Secretary Concerned or DOD Agency Head may pay membership fees or dues<br />
from appropriated funds when <strong>the</strong> membership is in <strong>the</strong> GOV’T's interest and <strong>the</strong> membership is in <strong>the</strong> Uniformed<br />
Service’s or DOD Agency’s name (e.g., Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee). (31 Comp.<br />
Gen. 398 (1952); 33 id. 126 (1953)).<br />
G. Entertainment Expenses. Entertainment expenses for social events and o<strong>the</strong>r personal expenses not directly<br />
required by <strong>of</strong>ficial duties are not reimbursable.<br />
H. Advance Payment <strong>of</strong> Discounted Conference or Training Registration Fee (adapted from FTR §301–74.25)<br />
1. <strong>General</strong>. It is a general practice for conference planners to <strong>of</strong>fer discounted ”early bird” registration fees,<br />
which are available in <strong>the</strong> months prior to <strong>the</strong> beginning <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> conference. If a GTCC IBA is to be used to pay<br />
this fee, to take advantage <strong>of</strong> such specials, a traveler should be given oral or written authorization/order to<br />
register early, charge <strong>the</strong> registration fee to <strong>the</strong> GTCC IBA, and claim reimbursement for <strong>the</strong> discounted<br />
registration fee as soon as a written authorization/order to attend <strong>the</strong> conference has been generated. When <strong>the</strong><br />
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authorization to register early is oral, <strong>the</strong> written authorization/order must reference <strong>the</strong> oral authorization for<br />
<strong>the</strong> early registration. This does not prevent o<strong>the</strong>r payment methods for advance registration fees (e.g., GOV’T<br />
purchase card (not a GTCC)).<br />
2. Traveler is Unable to Attend an Event for which Reimbursement Was Made (adopted from FTR §301–<br />
74.26). In all cases in which a traveler is unable to attend an event for which a discounted registration fee was<br />
paid and reimbursed in advance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> event, <strong>the</strong> traveler must seek a registration fee refund and repay <strong>the</strong><br />
advance with any refund received. If no refund is made, <strong>the</strong> Service concerned must absorb <strong>the</strong> advanced<br />
payment as a preparatory travel expense if <strong>the</strong> traveler’s failure to attend <strong>the</strong> event was caused ei<strong>the</strong>r by a<br />
decision <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Service concerned or for reasons beyond <strong>the</strong> traveler’s control that are acceptable to <strong>the</strong> Service<br />
concerned, e.g., unforeseen illness or emergency. If no refund is made, and <strong>the</strong> traveler’s failure to attend <strong>the</strong><br />
scheduled event is due to reasons deemed un-excusable by <strong>the</strong> Service concerned, <strong>the</strong> traveler must repay <strong>the</strong><br />
amount advanced.<br />
I. Comptroller <strong>General</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> United States Guidance Concerning Reasonable Conference Costs Including Meals<br />
and Light Refreshments at a Formal Conference. Following is <strong>the</strong> Digest portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Comptroller <strong>General</strong><br />
Decision (B-300826, 3 March 2005) rendered to <strong>the</strong> National Institutes <strong>of</strong> Health concerning reasonable conference<br />
costs.<br />
Decision<br />
Matter <strong>of</strong>: National Institutes <strong>of</strong> Health - Food at GOV’T-Sponsored Conferences<br />
File: B-300826<br />
Date: March 3, 2005<br />
DIGEST<br />
The National Institutes <strong>of</strong> Health (NIH) may pay for legitimate, reasonable conference costs, including meals and<br />
light refreshments, <strong>of</strong> a formal conference pertaining to Parkinson's disease subject to <strong>the</strong> conditions outlined herein.<br />
A formal conference typically involves topical matters <strong>of</strong> interest to, and participation <strong>of</strong>, multiple agencies and/or<br />
nongovernmental participants. In addition, o<strong>the</strong>r indicators <strong>of</strong> a formal conference include registration, a published<br />
substantive agenda, and scheduled speakers or discussion panels. An agency hosting a formal conference may<br />
consider <strong>the</strong> cost <strong>of</strong> providing meals and refreshments to conference attendees an allowable conference cost as long<br />
as:<br />
(1) Meals and refreshments are incidental to <strong>the</strong> conference,<br />
(2) Attendance at <strong>the</strong> meals and when refreshments are provided is important for <strong>the</strong> host agency to ensure full<br />
participation in essential discussions, lectures, or speeches concerning <strong>the</strong> purpose <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> conference, and<br />
(3) The meals and refreshments are part <strong>of</strong> a formal conference that includes not just <strong>the</strong> meals and<br />
refreshments and discussions, speeches, or o<strong>the</strong>r business that may take place when <strong>the</strong> meals and refreshments<br />
are served, but also includes substantial functions occurring separately from when <strong>the</strong> food is served.<br />
The NIH conference here satisfies <strong>the</strong>se three criteria. Without statutory authority to charge a fee and retain <strong>the</strong><br />
proceeds, NIH may not charge a registration or o<strong>the</strong>r fee to defray <strong>the</strong> costs <strong>of</strong> providing meals or light refreshments.<br />
An appropriation establishes a maximum authorized program level, and an agency, without specific statutory<br />
authority, may not augment its appropriations from sources outside <strong>the</strong> GOV’T.<br />
In applying this decision, NIH should develop an agency policy specifying <strong>the</strong> types <strong>of</strong> formal conferences at which<br />
NIH may consider providing food. NIH also should develop procedures to ensure that <strong>the</strong> provision <strong>of</strong> meals and<br />
refreshments meet <strong>the</strong> criteria listed above.<br />
We (GAO) expect agency counsels, as well as certifying <strong>of</strong>ficers, agency auditors, and Inspectors <strong>General</strong>, to apply<br />
<strong>the</strong>se criteria. To <strong>the</strong> extent that agency <strong>of</strong>ficials are uncertain as to <strong>the</strong> applicability <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> criteria in particular<br />
circumstances, <strong>the</strong>y may request a decision from this <strong>of</strong>fice, pursuant to 31 USC §3529, before proceeding.<br />
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J. PMR Computation Examples. The following example shows how to compute <strong>the</strong> PMR and a PMR voucher.<br />
PMR is an amount based on <strong>the</strong> locality meal rate and <strong>the</strong> GMR. Please check JFTR or JTR, APP A, for <strong>the</strong> current<br />
GMR.<br />
1. The PMR example uses <strong>the</strong> Standard CONUS M&IE rate <strong>of</strong> $39.00 and <strong>the</strong> Standard GMR <strong>of</strong> $10.80 to<br />
compute <strong>the</strong> PMR amount. The $39.00 consists <strong>of</strong> $36.00 for meals and $3.00 for incidental expenses.<br />
Disclaimer: The numbers in this example are for illustrative purposes only.<br />
Example computation rules: <strong>the</strong> PMR is an average <strong>of</strong> two rates – (1) <strong>the</strong> locality meal rate and <strong>the</strong> GMR which<br />
are added, (2) averaged and rounded up to <strong>the</strong> nearest dollar. To compute <strong>the</strong> Proportional M&IE rate, (3) add<br />
<strong>the</strong> appropriate incidental expense rate, and (4) <strong>the</strong> total becomes <strong>the</strong> proportional M&IE amount.<br />
Step 1 Add <strong>the</strong> locality Meal rate and Standard GMR $36.00 + $10.80 = $46.80<br />
Step 2 Divide step 1 total in half (rounded up to <strong>the</strong> dollar) $46.80 ÷ 2 = $23.40<br />
(Rounded to $23.00)<br />
Step 3 Add step 2 total to <strong>the</strong> CONUS incidental expense rate $23.00 + $3.00 = $26.00<br />
Step 4 Proportional Meal and Incidental Expense Rate $26.00<br />
2. PMR Voucher Computation Example: A traveler is TDY for 3 days to a conference at a CONUS location<br />
(Standard CONUS rate applies). Lodging is $55/night and GMR is $10.80. GOV’T furnished meals are not<br />
available for <strong>the</strong> first and last day; however, two GOV’T meals are available for <strong>the</strong> second day. The AO<br />
authorizes a PMR <strong>of</strong> $26.00 for <strong>the</strong> second day. NOTE: GOV’T dining facility/ mess deductions are not taken<br />
for <strong>the</strong> arrival and departure travel days (JTR, par. C4553-C2 and JFTR, par. U4147).<br />
ITINERARY:<br />
Day 1 Depart Residence/Arrive TDY<br />
Day 2 TDY<br />
Day 3 Depart TDY/Arrive Residence<br />
REIMBURSEMENT:<br />
Date Computation Total<br />
Day 1 $55 + ($39 (M&IE) x 75 %) = $29.25 = $ 84.25<br />
Day 2 $55 + $26 (PMR) = 81.00<br />
Day 3 $39 x 75% = 29.25<br />
TOTAL $ 194.50<br />
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APPENDIX S<br />
AUTHORIZED FEML LOCATIONS/DESTINATIONS<br />
A. Authorized Personnel. The FEML locations in <strong>the</strong> table below are authorized for a:<br />
1. Member and each command-sponsored dependent; and<br />
2. DOD civilian employee and each dependent (effective 2 Nov 2002),<br />
on permanent duty at <strong>the</strong> location.<br />
B. Unauthorized Personnel. JFTR/JTR contents do not apply to contractors or <strong>the</strong>ir employees at FEML<br />
locations.<br />
C. Authorization Period. A location shown is ‘authorized’ until removed from <strong>the</strong> list (regardless <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> recertification<br />
date shown next to <strong>the</strong> destination). See JFTR, par. U7207-D2 (uniformed member) and JTR, par.<br />
C7700-D2 (DOD civilian employee).<br />
D. Immediate Changes. Changes made to <strong>the</strong> list, but not in print, may be found at<br />
http://www.perdiem.osd.mil/regchgs.htm.<br />
E. Authorized FEML Locations/Destinations<br />
Authorized FEML Location Command Authorized Re-certification<br />
Region Destination Due Date<br />
Albania, Tirana European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Algeria, Algiers European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2009<br />
Angola, Luanda European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Argentina, Buenos Aires Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Armenia, Yerevan<br />
Australia<br />
European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Alice Springs Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
*Learmouth (incl. Exmouth) Pacific Perth 31 Oct 2008<br />
Azerbaijan, Baku European Washington, DC 28 Feb 2010<br />
*Bahrain, Manama Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Bangladesh, Dhaka Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Barbados, Bridgetown Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Belarus, Minsk European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Belize, Belmopan Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Bolivia, La Paz Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Bosnia, Sarajevo European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Botswana, Gaborone<br />
Brazil<br />
European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Brasilia Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Rio de Janeiro Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Sao Paulo Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Bulgaria, S<strong>of</strong>ia European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
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Region Destination Due Date<br />
Burma, Rangoon Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Burundi, Bujumbura European Frankfurt 30 Nov 2008<br />
Cambodia, Phnom Penh Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Cameroon, Yaounde European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Chad, N’djamena European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Chile, Santiago Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
China, Beijing Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Colombia, Bogata Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Cote D’Ivoire, (formerly Ivory Coast), Abidjan European Washington, DC 28 Feb 2010<br />
Costa Rica, San Jose Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Croatia, Zagreb European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Cuba<br />
Guantanamo Bay Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Jacksonville 30 Apr 2009<br />
Cuba, Havana<br />
(for USCG uniformed members only)<br />
USCG Miami 31 Jan 2010<br />
Cyprus, Nicosia European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Democratic Republic <strong>of</strong> Congo, Kinshasa European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Djibouti Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Ecuador, Quito Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
*Egypt, Cairo Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
El Salvador, San Salvador Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Estonia, Tallinn European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Fiji, Suva Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Gabon, Libreville European Paris 31 Jul 2009<br />
Georgia, Tbilisi European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Ghana, Accra<br />
Greece<br />
European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
A<strong>the</strong>ns European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Larissa European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Greenland, Thule 1/ European Baltimore 31 Oct 2008<br />
Guatemala, Guatemala City Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Guinea, Conakry European Paris/Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Guyana, Georgetown Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Haiti, Port au Prince Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Honduras, Tegucigalpa Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Hong Kong Pacific Los Angeles 31 Oct 2008<br />
Iceland European Frankfurt 30 Sep 2007<br />
India, New Delhi Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Indonesia, Jakarta Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
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Region Destination Due Date<br />
Israel, Tel Aviv European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Ivory Coast, (See Cote D’Ivoire)<br />
Jamaica, Kingston Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
*Jordan, Amman Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Kazakhstan, Astana Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Kenya, Nairobi Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Kuwait Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Laos, Vientiane Joint POW/MIA Honolulu 31 Oct 2006<br />
Latvia, Riga European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Lebanon, Beirut Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Libya, Tripoli European Frankfurt 31 Mar 2009<br />
Lithuania, Vilnius European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Macedonia, The Former Yugoslavia Republic <strong>of</strong><br />
Macedonia, Skopje<br />
European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Madagascar, Antananarivo Pacific Frankfurt 31 Oct 2008<br />
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Pacific Sydney 31 Oct 2008<br />
Mauritania, Nouakchott (eff 28 Apr 2005) European Frankfurt 31 Mar 2009<br />
Mali, Bamako European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Mexico, Mexico City Nor<strong>the</strong>rn San Antonio 31 Aug 2008<br />
Moldova, Chisnau European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar Pacific San Francisco 31 Oct 2008<br />
Montenegro, Podgorica European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Morocco, Rabat European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Mozambique, Maputo European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Namibia, Windhoek European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Nepal, Katmandu Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Nicaragua, Managua Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Niger, Niamey<br />
Nigeria<br />
European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Abuja European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Lagos European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
*Oman, Muscat Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Pakistan, Islamabad Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Panama, Panama City Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Paraguay, Asuncion Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Peru, Lima Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Philippines, Manila Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Poland, Warsaw European Washington, DC 28 Feb 2010<br />
*Qatar, Doha Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Romania, Bucharest European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
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Authorized FEML Location Command Authorized Re-certification<br />
Region Destination Due Date<br />
Russia, Moscow European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Rwanda, Kigali European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Saudi Arabia<br />
*Dhahran *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Jeddah *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Jubail *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Khamis *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*King Khalid Military City *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Riyadh *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Tabuk *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
*Taif *Central *Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Senegal, Dakar European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Serbia, Belgrade European Frankfurt 28 Feb 2010<br />
Singapore Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
South Africa, Pretoria European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Sri Lanka, Columbo Pacific Frankfurt 31 Oct 2008<br />
Suriname, Paramaribo Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Syria, Damascus Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Taiwan, Taipei Pacific Sydney 31 Oct 2008<br />
*Tajikistan, Dushanbe Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam European Baltimore 28 Feb 2010<br />
Thailand<br />
Bangkok Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Chiang Mai Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
Trinidad and Tobago, Port <strong>of</strong> Spain Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Tunisia, Tunis European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Turkey, Ankara European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Turkmenistan, Ashgabat Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Uganda, Kampala European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Ukraine, Kiev European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
*United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Uruguay, Montevideo Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Uzbekistan, Tashkent Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Venezuela, Caracas Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Miami 30 Apr 2009<br />
Vietnam, Hanoi Pacific Honolulu 31 Oct 2008<br />
*Yemen, Sanaa Central Baltimore *31 Jul 2010<br />
Zambia, Lusaka European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
Zimbabwe, Harare European Frankfurt 31 Jul 2009<br />
1/ Exception to <strong>the</strong> 24-month tour requirement approved by ASD (FMP) memo dated 18 Mar 2002.<br />
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Table Contents<br />
I. Traveler Identification<br />
II. Commercial Transportation Information<br />
III. Travel Expense Information<br />
IV. Accounting and Certification<br />
APPENDIX T<br />
STANDARD DATA ELEMENTS FOR <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
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APPENDIX T<br />
STANDARD DATA ELEMENTS FOR <strong>TRAVEL</strong><br />
Table I: Traveler Identification<br />
Group Name Data Elements Description<br />
Travel Authorization/Order Authorization/Order Number Assigned by <strong>the</strong> appropriate <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />
Employee Name<br />
First Name, Middle Initial, Last<br />
Name<br />
Agency guidelines may specify <strong>the</strong><br />
order, e.g., last name first.<br />
Must use a number, e.g., SSN,<br />
Employee Identification Employee Number<br />
vendor number, or o<strong>the</strong>r number<br />
that identifies <strong>the</strong> employee.<br />
Travel Purpose Identifier Site Visit<br />
Information Meeting<br />
Training Attendance<br />
Speech or Presentation<br />
Conference attendance<br />
Relocation<br />
Between Tours Travel<br />
Special Mission Travel<br />
Emergency Travel<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r Travel<br />
Same as change <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial station.<br />
Travel Period Start Date, End Date<br />
Month, Day, Year according to<br />
agency guidelines.<br />
Travel Type CONUS/Domestic<br />
Travel within continental United<br />
States.<br />
OCONUS/Domestic<br />
Travel outside continental United<br />
States.<br />
Foreign Travel to o<strong>the</strong>r countries.<br />
Leave Indicator Annual, Sick, O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Identifies leave type as <strong>the</strong> reason<br />
for an interruption <strong>of</strong> per diem.<br />
Ei<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong> corporate limits <strong>of</strong> city/<br />
Official Duty Station City, State, Zip<br />
town or <strong>the</strong> reservation, station,<br />
established area where stationed.<br />
The geographical location where<br />
Residence City, State, Zip<br />
traveler resides, if different from<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial duty station.<br />
Payment Method<br />
EFT<br />
Treasury Check<br />
Imprest Fund<br />
Direct deposit via electronic funds<br />
transfer.<br />
The location designated by <strong>the</strong><br />
Mailing Address Street Address, City, State, Zip traveler based on agency<br />
guidelines.<br />
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Table II: Commercial Transportation Information<br />
Group name Data elements Description<br />
Transportation Payment<br />
Method traveler used to purchase<br />
transportation tickets.<br />
Method Indicator GTR<br />
U.S. Government Transportation<br />
Request.<br />
GTCC - Central Billing Account<br />
A contractor GTCC centrally billed<br />
account.<br />
GTCC – Individually Billing IAW and as provided by agency<br />
Account<br />
Cash<br />
guidelines.<br />
A number that identifies <strong>the</strong> payment<br />
Transportation Payment<br />
Identification Number<br />
Payment ID Number<br />
for <strong>the</strong> transportation tickets,<br />
according to agency guidelines, (e.g.,<br />
GTR number, GOV’T credit card<br />
number).<br />
Transportation Method Indicator Air (Premium Class)<br />
Air (Non-premium Class)<br />
Non-contract Air, Train, O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Common carrier used as<br />
transportation to TDY location.<br />
Local Transportation Indicator POC, Car rental, Taxi, O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Identifies local transportation used<br />
while on TDY.<br />
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Table III: Travel Expense Information<br />
Data elements Description<br />
Per Diem<br />
Total Number <strong>of</strong> Days<br />
The number <strong>of</strong> days traveler claims<br />
to be on per diem status, for each<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial travel location.<br />
Total Amount Claimed<br />
Lodging, Meals & Incidentals<br />
The amount <strong>of</strong> money traveler<br />
claims as per diem expense.<br />
The amount <strong>of</strong> travel advance<br />
Travel Advance Advance Outstanding<br />
outstanding, when <strong>the</strong> traveler files<br />
<strong>the</strong> travel claim.<br />
Remaining Balance<br />
The amount <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> travel advance<br />
that remains outstanding.<br />
Total number <strong>of</strong> days <strong>the</strong> traveler<br />
charged actual subsistence<br />
Subsistence Actual Days<br />
expenses. The number <strong>of</strong> days<br />
must be expressed as a whole<br />
number.<br />
Total amount <strong>of</strong> actual subsistence<br />
expenses claimed as authorized.<br />
Actual subsistence rate, per day,<br />
Total Actual Amount<br />
may not exceed <strong>the</strong> maximum<br />
subsistence expense rate<br />
established for <strong>of</strong>ficial travel by<br />
<strong>the</strong> JFTR or JTR as appropriate.<br />
The amount <strong>of</strong> money <strong>the</strong><br />
Transportation Method Cost Air (Premium Class)<br />
Air (Non-premium class) Noncontract<br />
Air, Train<br />
transportation actually cost <strong>the</strong><br />
traveler, entered according to<br />
method <strong>of</strong> transportation.<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Bus or o<strong>the</strong>r form <strong>of</strong><br />
transportation.<br />
Local Transportation POC Distance<br />
Total number <strong>of</strong> miles driven in<br />
POC.<br />
POC mileage expense<br />
Total amount claimed as<br />
authorized based on mileage rate.<br />
Car rental, Taxis, O<strong>the</strong>r<br />
Different mileage rates apply based<br />
on type and use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> POC.<br />
The difference between <strong>the</strong> amount<br />
Constructive cost Constructive cost<br />
authorized to spend and <strong>the</strong><br />
amount claimed.<br />
An amount <strong>of</strong> money previously<br />
Reclaim Reclaim amount<br />
denied as reimbursement for which<br />
additional justification is now<br />
provided.<br />
The sum <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> amount <strong>of</strong> money<br />
claimed for per diem, actual<br />
Total Claim Total claim<br />
subsistence, mileage,<br />
transportation method cost, and<br />
o<strong>the</strong>r expenses.<br />
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Table IV: Accounting & Certification<br />
Group name Data elements Description<br />
Accounting Classification Accounting Code Agency accounting code.<br />
Non-Federal Source Indicator Per Diem, Subsistence, Transportation<br />
Non-Federal Source Payment<br />
Method.<br />
Check, EFT, Payment “in-kind”<br />
Signature/Date Fields Claimant Signature<br />
Date<br />
Claimant Signature<br />
Date<br />
Approving <strong>Office</strong>r Signature<br />
Date<br />
Certifying <strong>Office</strong>r Signature<br />
Date<br />
Indicates <strong>the</strong> type <strong>of</strong> travel<br />
expense(s) paid, in part or totally,<br />
by a non-Federal source.<br />
Total payment provided by non-<br />
Federal source according to<br />
method <strong>of</strong> payment.<br />
Traveler’s signature, or digital<br />
representation. The signature<br />
signifies <strong>the</strong> traveler read <strong>the</strong><br />
“fraudulent claim/responsibility”<br />
statement.<br />
Date traveler signed “fraudulent<br />
claim/ responsibility” statement.<br />
Traveler’s signature, or digital<br />
representation. The signature<br />
signifies <strong>the</strong> traveler read <strong>the</strong><br />
“Privacy Act” statement.<br />
Date traveler signed “Privacy Act”<br />
statement.<br />
Approving <strong>Office</strong>r’s signature, or<br />
digital representation. The<br />
signature signifies <strong>the</strong> travel claim<br />
is approved for payment based on<br />
authorized travel.<br />
Date Approving <strong>Office</strong>r approved<br />
and signed <strong>the</strong> travel claim.<br />
Certifying <strong>Office</strong>r’s signature, or<br />
digital representation. The<br />
signature signifies <strong>the</strong> travel claim<br />
is certified correct and proper for<br />
payment.<br />
Date Certifying <strong>Office</strong>r signed <strong>the</strong><br />
travel claim.<br />
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APP U: Authorized R&R Locations/Destinations (JFTR/JTR) Appendix U<br />
APPENDIX U<br />
AUTHORIZED REST AND RECUPERATION (R&R) LOCATIONS/DESTINATIONS<br />
A. R&R Leave Transportation. See JFTR, par. U7300 (uniformed member) and JTR, par. C7750 (DOD civilian<br />
employee) for regulations concerning Funded Rest and Recuperative (R&R) Leave Transportation.<br />
B. Footnoted Locations. The footnoted locations are authorized R&R for specific missions only!<br />
C. Policy Exception. The appointed DOD Executive Agent for <strong>the</strong> USCENTCOM Rest and Recuperation Leave<br />
Program may combine R&R leave transportation with o<strong>the</strong>r <strong>of</strong>ficial travel as exception to policy IAW OSD (P&R)<br />
memo <strong>of</strong> 12 October 2007. Any DOD Executive Agent delegation authority is limited to <strong>the</strong> <strong>General</strong> or Flag<br />
<strong>Office</strong>r level.<br />
D. R&R Locations/Destinations. The following are authorized Rest and Recuperation (R&R) locations/destinations<br />
for a Uniformed Services member and for a DOD civilian employee:<br />
Authorized R&R Command Authorized OCONUS Authorized CONUS Re-certification<br />
Location Region Destination<br />
Destination<br />
Due Date<br />
Afghanistan 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Albania European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Bahrain 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Bosnia-Herzegovina European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Croatia European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Cuba, Joint Task Sou<strong>the</strong>rn None NAS Jacksonville 30 Nov 2008<br />
Force–GITMO only<br />
NAS Norfolk<br />
Djibouti 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Hungary European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Iraq 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Joint Task Force -<br />
South West Asia<br />
(JTF-SWA) 1/<br />
Central Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Dec 2002<br />
Jordan 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Kuwait 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Kyrgyzstan 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Macedonia, Former<br />
Yugoslavia,<br />
Republic <strong>of</strong><br />
European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Montenegro European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Oman 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Pakistan 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Qatar 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Saudi Arabia 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
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Authorized R&R Command Authorized OCONUS Authorized CONUS Re-certification<br />
Location Region Destination<br />
Destination<br />
Due Date<br />
Serbia European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Slovenia European Frankfurt, Germany Baltimore, MD 31 Mar 2002<br />
Somalia<br />
Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 31 Jan 2009<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Syria<br />
Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 31 Jan 2009<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Tajikistan 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
United Arab<br />
Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
Emirates 2/<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Uzbekistan 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
Yemen 2/ Central Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> Airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave 30 Sep 2005<br />
leave point<br />
point<br />
1/ Only for <strong>the</strong> mission <strong>of</strong> Operation Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Watch.<br />
2/ Only for those providing support to Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM. Before 19<br />
December 2003, <strong>the</strong> authorized destination was <strong>the</strong> APOD. Effective 19 December 2003 <strong>the</strong> authorized destination<br />
became <strong>the</strong> APOD with funded transportation authorized from <strong>the</strong> APOD to <strong>the</strong> airport closest to <strong>the</strong> leave point.<br />
Effective 5 February 2004 <strong>the</strong> Coalition Forces Land Component Commander was permitted to authorize R&R<br />
participants to travel via commercial air from <strong>the</strong> commercial airport nearest <strong>the</strong>ir AOR duty locations to <strong>the</strong><br />
commercial airport nearest <strong>the</strong>ir leave locations.<br />
Per PDUSD (P&R) memo dated 21 June 2004, as <strong>of</strong> that date, a member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S. Armed Forces who took R&R<br />
leave between 25 September 2003 and 18 December 2003 and personally procured transportation from <strong>the</strong> U.S.<br />
APOD to <strong>the</strong> leave point and return to <strong>the</strong> APOD, is authorized reimbursement retroactively for <strong>the</strong><br />
transportation expenses actually incurred. Since a CTO/TMC and city-pair airfares were not available at that<br />
time, <strong>the</strong> member is authorized reimbursement <strong>of</strong> transportation costs NTE <strong>the</strong> policy-constructed airfare (see<br />
APP A) (JFTR, par. U3120-D2). This authority for retroactive reimbursement does not extend to a civilian<br />
employee.<br />
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