Surface Travel

Overview

It is the policy of the university that all official travel shall be properly authorized, reported, and reimbursed in accordance with university travel regulations. Under no circumstances shall travel expenses for personal travel be charged to the university, nor shall travel expenses for personal travel be funded by the university.

What are reimbursable surface transportation expenses?

Surface transportation expenses include car rental charges; private car mileage allowances; emergency repair to university vehicles; overnight and day auto parking; bridge and road tolls; necessary taxi, bus, or train fares; and all other charges for surface transportation services essential to the purpose of official travel.

What receipts are required?

Itemized receipts are required for car rental, regardless of expense. Receipts are also required for each surface transportation related expense of $75 or more.