Travel

Complete information on travel regulations and procedures is available online at UGA Travel Regulations. However, for your convenience, you will find current information on reimbursement for in-state meals and mileage below. Please note that travel regulations now permit a higher rate of reimbursement for expenses in high-cost areas in Georgia, including metropolitan Atlanta, Brunswick, and Savannah. The second table below lists limits for meal reimbursement in these areas.

Reimbursement for in-state meals and lodging may not exceed $135.00 for any one day without letter of approval from the appropriate dean or director attached to the Travel Expense Statement.

Reimbursement for In-state Meals Outside of High-cost Areas

Number of Meals	Meals Reimbursed	Maximum Allowable(*)
3 meals	breakfast/lunch/dinner	28.00
2 meals	breakfast/lunch	13.00
	breakfast/dinner	21.00
	lunch/dinner	22.00
1 meal	breakfast	6.00
	lunch	7.00
	dinner	15.00
(*)taxes and tips are allowable expenses. However, they should be included in the total expense for the meal.

Reimbursement for In-state Meals In High-cost Areas

Number of Meals	Meals Reimbursed	Maximum Allowable(*)
3 meals	breakfast/lunch/dinner	36.00
2 meals	breakfast/lunch	16.00
	breakfast/dinner	27.00
	lunch/dinner	29.00
1 meal	breakfast	7.00
	lunch	9.00
	dinner	20.00
(*)taxes and tips are allowable expenses. However, they should be included in the total expense for the meal.

The mileage reimbursement rate is currently 0.495 cents per mile. Please note that employees who wish to be reimbursed for mileage need to submit a travel authority form prior to travelling. For complete details on the use of the travel authority form, see the College's Travel Authority Policy and Procedure. Employees who wish to reserve College vehicles should go to the Vehicle Reservations page for details.