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Travel Policies and Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What are the maximum meal allowances? 
The maximum allowances for each complete 24-hour period are as follows:
Breakfast $ 10.00
Lunch $ 15.00
Dinner $ 25.00
Incidental $ 5.00

2. When can breakfast be claimed?
For a trip with a duration of 24 hours or less, breakfast can be claimed if the traveler leaves prior to 7:00 a.m. and travels 26 miles or more from their primary workplace.

3. Can I claim meal allowances for a one-day trip?
For a trip with a duration of less than 24 hours, lunch cannot be claimed. Breakfast can be claimed if the trip begins before 7:00 a.m. and dinner may be claimed if the trip extends past 6:00 p.m. and the travel is 26 miles or more from their primary workplace.

4. When claiming mileage, do I measure from headquarters or
home?
Mileage must be claimed from the lesser of the two locations.

5. When opting to drive instead of flying, do I claim mileage?
The traveler must claim the lesser of the two amounts. 

6. Is there a per diem allowance for hotel costs?
No.

7. What Travel Agency does the University use?
Away We Go Travel
(562) 596-5501

8. What is the mileage reimbursement rate?
Effective July 1, 2008, the maximum standard mileage reimbursement rate is $0.585/mile.

9. Is it necessary to submit a travel claim if the only expense
is an advance for registration fees?
Yes, an expense claim must be submitted if any type of advance was issued. 

10. Who can I contact with travel related questions?
Contact the Travel desk in Accounting Services at extension 3808.

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