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Travel & Reimbursable Services

Travel & Reimbursable Expense Services  is dedicated to being experts in Travel for Washington State University, following the policies and the laws of the State of Washington.  Travel & Reimbursable Expense Services  is committed to providing exceptional operational support to our WSU partners.  Travel & Reimbursable Expense Services  strives to be knowledgeable and a well trusted resource to everyone we serve.

Travel Process

Spend authorization/prior approval.

Prior approval is required for ALL official University travel outside of the State of Washington in order for the traveler to be eligible:

• To travel on behalf of WSU, and
• To receive reimbursement for authorized and allowable expenses (see  BPPM 95.05 ).

For employees this also is required in order to be covered under WSU’s worker’s compensation insurance while in travel status

TYPE OF APPROVAL

Employee in-state travel allows for verbal approval except when:

• Requesting an exception to policy, and/or
• Travel is partially or fully funded by a third party.

All other travel requires written approval done via the  Spend Authorization  via  Workday , or a department’s substitute form. Note: Departments may have more strict policies and require written approval for all travel.

REQUIRED INFORMATION

The Spend Authorization, or the department’s substitute form, has to include:

• The traveler;
• Business purpose of the trip;
• Detailed itinerary, with dates of when the traveler will be in various locations;
• Any exceptions to policy;
• Signature of official authorized to approve travel; and
• Program/Project/Gift/Grant Number
• Cost Center/Fund/Region

Lodging Exceptions

Direct Bill Lodging

DAILY PER DIEM RATES

Daily Per Diem Rates include the total of the lodging rate plus the meals and incidentals (M&IE) rate. The rates are set by various state departments based on the locations.

• The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) sets the  CONUS  Rates for the continental U.S.
• The Department of Defense sets the  OCONUS  Rates for Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories, and Possessions.
• The State Department sets  Foreign Rates .

The following links contain additional information on per diem rates.

• Per Diem FAQs
• Washington State Per Diem Maps

LODGING RATES

CONUS and OCONUS locations do not include taxes. Only the nightly rate needs to be under the per diem amount for that location.

Foreign locations include taxes. The nightly rate, plus associated taxes, needs to be under the per diem amount for that location.

WSU MEAL BREAKDOWN

The meal rate used at WSU combines the allowance for meal and incidental expenses into a single rate. To determine the rate for the meals while in travel status, apply the below percentages to the daily Meals and Incidentals (M&I) rate:

• 25% for breakfast,
• 30% for lunch, and
• 45% for dinner.

Note:  This is to be applied to all rate schedules.

Travel Charge Cards

The WSU Travel Charge Card is a personal liability Visa card issued to WSU employees to be used for payment of expenses incurred while traveling on behalf of WSU. The benefit of the Travel Charge Card is that the employee does not have to use personal resources to pay for business trip expenses. Upon return a  Expense Report  still has to be completed and the balance on the card paid in full with the reimbursement from WSU.

For more information, policies, and forms, see: Card Programs – Travel Charge Cards

Allowable and Unallowable Expenses

Allowable expenses.

Travelers may be reimbursed for the following types of expenses while in travel status via Workday  Create Expense Report process :

LODGING (SEE  BPPM 95.06)

– Reimbursed at the actual cost up to the daily maximum allowable lodging rate in effect at the time of travel for the location.

• Shared venue lodging (i.e. AirBNB, VRBO, etc.) have been classified as commercial lodging facilities per the State and are allowable per  WSU policy as of June 2017 .
• Lodging within 50 miles of the closer of either the traveler’s official residence or official station is not reimbursable.

MEALS (SEE  BPPM 95.06 )

– Reimbursed at the meal rate in effect at the time of travel for the location. Location for overnight trips is based on where the traveler sleeps; for single day trips it is the primary destination.

• No reimbursement for alcohol.
• For single day trips that meet the 11-Hour Rule, all qualified meal reimbursements are taxable. If the  11-Hour  Rule is not met the meals are not reimbursable.
• The cost was included in a registration fee;
• The meal does not comply with dietary decisions for religious or other optional choices; or
• Example: Chose not to attend the reception and dinner at a conference.

TRANSPORTATION (SEE  BPPM 95.07 )

– When available, the tourist-class air fare is the maximum amount that is reimbursed regardless of mode chosen. Price comparisons are required when a different mode is chosen.

• Rental cars are reimbursed at rental cost and actual gas receipts (see  BPPM 95.12 ).
• WSU is not liable for any damage to the vehicle while in travel status.

MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES ( SEE  BPPM 95.08 )

– Other expenses essential to the transaction of official state business are reimbursable to the traveler.

• Any miscellaneous travel expenses in excess of $50 must be submitted with original receipts.
• If the expense is more than $50 it should be purchased through standard purchasing channels.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES

– Reimbursed at actual cost.

DEFINED MEAL PERIOD

UNALLOWABLE EXPENSES

Personal expenses and those not essential to the transaction of official state business are not reimbursable. The following is a non-exhaustive list of expenses that are not reimbursable:

• Duty station parking
• Trip/health/travel insurance
• Medical/hospital services
• Shipping charges for any personal items
• Room service
• Any expense paid with miles/points/bitcoins
• Itinerary changes without a business purpose (i.e. change/cancellation fees, etc.)
• Expenses/fees due to negligence of the traveler (i.e. fines or parking tickets, locksmith, missed flight, etc.)
• Personal entertainment expenses, including transportation to and from the location
• Bellhop services
• Valet parking, unless it is required
• Cash paid to other traveler
• Airline club membership and fees
• Spouse/dependent expenses without a bona fide business purpose
• Fuel for personally owned vehicles
• Tolls associated with the use of high occupancy toll (HOT) lanes or associated with daily commute
• Claims associated with rental car damage when renter did not use WSU’s state contract and opted out of the loss damage coverage

Note: There may be additional restrictions based on the funding source as well.

Policy Updates

Late travel related reimbursements.

WSU follows an accountable plan, as outlined in  IRS regulation 463 . In order to meet the accountable plan per the IRS, the following three conditions must be met:

• The trip purpose on the Expense Report is needed to document this, along with an audit of the expenses and whether they are essential to the transaction of official state business. Our team will request additional information if the business purpose of the expense is unclear.
• The IRS has defined the reasonable time being within  60 days  from when the expenses are paid or incurred. WSU will use the trip end date and the date the claimant signed the Expense Report to determine if this requirement is met.
• The IRS has defined the reasonable time being within  120 days  after the expense was paid or incurred. WSU will use the date the excess reimbursement or the advance was paid to the employee to determine if this requirement is met.

Note:  If these conditions are not met, the applicable amount will be reported to Payroll Services and payroll taxes deducted from the WSU employee’s paycheck. The applicable amounts will be reported as additional taxable income in box 1 of their W-2.

PER DIEM MEAL RATES (SINGLE DAY TRIPS & OVERNIGHT TRIPS)

• For  single day trips  use the primary location of the trip.
• For  overnight trips,   IRS publication 463  requires all meals to be reimbursed at the rate in effect for the area where the traveler stops for sleep. The meal reimbursement rate for the last day of travel (return day) would continue to be the rate for the location where the traveler last stopped for sleep.
• Breakfast: 7 am thru 9 am
• Lunch: 12 pm thru 2 pm
• Dinner: 5 pm thru 7 pm

11-HOUR RULE

For non-overnight travel assignments (single day trips), a traveler may be reimbursed for meal expenses when the traveler has been in travel status for at least eleven hours.  If the 11-Hour Rule ( SAAM 10.40.50.b ) is not met, meals are not reimbursable. For non-overnight travel assignments, meal payments that are a fringe benefit are taxable on the traveler’s W2.

Helpful Resources

The following documents are helpful resources for travelers and administrators. These should be reviewed prior to traveling, or authorizing travel. Keep in mind policies change regularly and it is advised to review them periodically to ensure you are aware of updated information.

• No Cost Spend Authorizations  (Travel being paid for by separate entity—Department/Program retains this document)
• TSA Traveler Information
• OANDA Currency Converter
• Travel Bans  (PDF format)
• Mileage Calculator

WHAT CAN I DO IF I LOST MY RECEIPTS?

Complete an  Affidavit of Lost Receipt  when a receipt is lost or inadequate. The receipt is inadequate if it does not properly show detailed information of the expense, including date and time, location, vendor, amount, and that the expense had been paid in full.  Lodging and airfare that is submitted with an Affidavit of Lost Receipt will also need to have a bank statement or other proof of payment submitted along with the request.

WHAT PERSONALLY PAID TRAVEL EXPENSES CAN BE REIMBURSED PRIOR TO TRAVELING?

Reimbursements for expenses incurred prior to the trip are not allowed per state policy. If the traveler meets the travel advance requirements they can be issued an advance to defray the costs expected to be incurred for the trip. Our policy states a traveler must:

• Be an employee;
• In travel status for more than 14 days; and
• Have no outstanding advances

WSU policy also states that the traveler cannot receive the advance more than 30 days prior to the trip start date.  If the request is outside of state policy (i.e. for a student, more than 30 days prior to the trip start date, or for airfare) the advance would have to be issued on 17A funds. Advances are then cleared upon returning from the trip via a TEV substantiating the expenses.

WHERE CAN I FIND TRAINING MATERIALS ON THE WORKDAY SYSTEM?

Access training materials on the  Workday Knowledge base  website. Here you search for your specific inquires.

CAN I USE MY TRAVEL CARD TO MAKE PERSONAL PURCHASES?

The University maintains a  zero tolerance  policy for any personal usage of University Travel Charge Cards.  Because the card is issued by Washington State University for University business travel expenses, the University may cancel the card account for misuse and/or payment delinquency.

AM I ALLOWED TO HAVE A WSU STUDENT’S LODGING DIRECT BILLED TO WSU?  WHAT IF THE STUDENT ALSO HAS AN HOURLY POSITION?

Yes. Students traveling on behalf of WSU can have their lodging direct billed regardless of whether they have a hourly position.  The student’s department is responsible for making the arrangements.

IF I AM TRAVELING AND HAVE PERSONAL AUTOMOBILE TROUBLE, WILL WSU REIMBURSE ME FOR GETTING MY CAR FIXED?

WSU is not responsible for repairs to personal automobiles. The POV mileage rate that individuals are reimbursed at factors in the cost of owning and operating a vehicle, which includes maintenance and personal insurance as that is the primary coverage when choosing to travel via POV.

MAY I USE THE GOVERNMENT RATE OFFERED BY HOTELS WHEN I AM NOT TRAVELING ON BUSINESS?

If the rate is offered to all government employees, whether or not they are on official business, then yes.  If the hotel requires you to be on official business, then you cannot accept the government rate.  To do so would be to use your official position to secure a special privilege.  Reference:   WA State Ethics Board

DOES WSU HAVE INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE THAT INCLUDES MEDICAL EVACUATION?

WSU has coverage for faculty and staff who travel to foreign lands, with information found in the  Program Summary  and on the  Risk Management  site. If additional information is needed contact the WSU Risk Manager to get answers to specific questions. For the plan for students and their travel coverage contact  International Programs .

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Travel Planning

Travel Advisory

Please be aware of weather conditions and increased travel times while en route to Pullman. Visit the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Travel Alerts website for updates to inform your travel plans.

Getting to Pullman

By car (approx. drive times).

• Spokane – 90 minutes
• Seattle – 5 hours
• Portland – 6 hours
• Tri-Cities – 2.5 hours
• Greyhound: 800-231-2222
• Northwest Trailways: 509-839-4029
• Wheatland Express: 509-334-2200
• Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport (PUW) – 2.5 miles from campus
• Lewiston-Nez Perce County Regional Airport (LWS) – 36 miles from campus
• Spokane International Airport (GEG) – 80 miles from Campus

On Campus & Around Town

• The WSU Visitor Center is a one-stop resource for all the information you’ll need about navigating campus and the town of Pullman.
• Things to do on campus & in town
• Pullman campus map

Parking Permits

Parking permits will be available for you prior to your arrival on campus. Your pre-arrival email, which will be sent one day prior to your orientation program, will have detailed instructions. Please contact WSU Transportation Services if you have any questions: 509-335-PARK (7275) or [email protected] .

What to Pack

Students attending summer orientation will be housed in one of our residence halls. You will be provided with bed sheets, a blanket, pillow, pillowcase, towels, and washcloths. The key is to pack light. Here is a short list of items to consider bringing to orientation:

• Comfortable and weather-appropriate walking shoes
• Small backpack for your daily items
• You are encouraged to bring a bigger towel if needed
• Basic toiletries (i.e. toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, hair dryer etc)
• Weather appropriate clothing and pajamas
• Gym/Swimming attire
• Spending money
• Mobile phone and charger
• Refillable water bottle
• Any medication you normally take (if applicable)

Please check the weather forecast a couple of days before so you can pack accordingly. 

For Students

Make sure to have with you:

• Identification card/photo ID
• WSU ID number and network ID
• Documentation of any credit by exam (AP, IB, Cambridge, CLEP)

If you have taken any college courses:

• Bring current college/university transcripts (unofficial is ok) for any college-level coursework in-progress or completed.
• Contact the Transfer Center at [email protected] or call 509-335-8704 if you have any questions.

For Guests Attending with You

• Bring a small backpack. Even if you’re packing light, you’ll pick up materials during the program that you’ll need to carry.
• Wear comfortable and weather-appropriate walking shoes. Everyone will be walking a lot during New Coug Orientation, and just about everything on campus is uphill both ways.
• Bring a refillable water bottle and snacks.
• Bring extra spending cash/money for the bookstore, ice cream, etc.

Lodging & Meals

On-campus meals are provided during orientation programs.

Students will stay in a residence hall during summer orientation programs.

Lodging is not provided for Spring New Coug Orientation (in January) or Fall New Coug Orientation (in August). SIf you are attending orientation in the Spring or Fall, be prepared to move directly into your residence hall or apartment for the semester.

For Families & Supporters

On-campus lodging is not offered for guests at New Coug Orientation. For local accommodations please look at our Travel Guide .

Considerations for international travel

Essential information for travelers.

The Office of International Programs provides information about the following:

• Obtaining passports and visas
• Health and safety when traveling abroad
• International Travel Registry: Free online system that documents international travel plans for WSU students, scholars, faculty, and staff who travel outside the U.S. for WSU-related, not-for-credit activities.

Export control laws

Are you taking project information and equipment with you, such as computers. software, or other tools? Steps may be necessary to comply with export control laws. Complete the export controls decision tree to determine what measures are needed for compliance.

Sponsor approval

Do you need written approval from your sponsor before traveling to another country? Check with the Office of Research Support and Operations  coordinator to determine if sponsor approval is necessary.

Medical coverage while you are overseas

WSU has contracted with On Call International to provide emergency and non-emergency related services and benefits while WSU employees are traveling internationally. On Call International responds to critical medical or safety emergencies and can also help you resolve non-critical day-to-day travel issues. Additional information about these services is available at On Call’s WSU Searchlight Portal. The group ID is 100061CPPD16.

Guidance when traveling with technology

WSU strongly recommends that the baseline precautions outlined here are adhered to during international travel to reduce risk to yourself and to the University.

Prior to traveling, determine if the U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for the country that you are planning to travel to. The article that is most relevant to guide your travel preparations will depend on the country to which you are traveling.

Please see WSU Information Technology Services Security Tips for International Travel for additional information. If you have questions about this information, please contact your local IT support personnel.

Traveling with technology: general guidance

Faculty, students, and staff who are involved in international travel should always use general precautions to protect themselves and their technology.

Traveling with technology: countries with travel advisories guidance

Extra precautions are advised if the U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for the country that you are planning to travel to.

The Fly America Act

The Fly America Act is a federal regulation stating that any foreign air travel financed by federal funds must be booked on U.S. air carriers, regardless of cost or convenience. The principal investigator (PI) or his/her designee is responsible for ensuring that all air travel charged to federal-funded accounts are in compliance with this regulation.

Compliance with the Fly America Act is the responsibility of each traveler. Before making arrangements for air travel through the University, the traveler should investigate the funding type and, ensure the booking is in accordance with any requirements or restrictions.

For additional information, please click here . If you have any questions, please contact WSU IP .

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Before Travel

What do i need before i begin my travel, out-of-state, you will need to submit a spend authorization. , what you need to fill out the spend authorization (pdf.), foreign travel, you will need to submit a spend authorization and have additional requirements completed., additional requirements for foreign travel:.

• International Travel Required – Additional Detail (PDF ) – Filled out and emailed to Travel for Dean’s approval
• Dean’s Approval

What you need to fill out the spend authorization (PDF)

No spend authorization is needed., if you are traveling within washington as an employee, a spend authorization does not need to be completed. please see wsu’s bppm 95.01 for further detailed information., once you complete your travel, you will create an expense report., after travel, what do i need after my travel is complete, expense report, here is a helpful list of what you’ll need to fill out the expense report:.

• What you need to fill out the Expense Report (PDF.)
• Tutorials available

To avoid tax implications, please submit an Expense Report within 60 days after the travel is completed.

When i create a new expense report from spend authorization, do i need to click on the final expense report box a: yes, this helps close out the spend authorization attached to the expense report and releases encumbered estimates not spent., find expense report, find expense report by searching in workday: my expense reports, find spend authorization, find spend authorization by searching in workday: my spend authorizations, global travel contact information, global travel.

If you need support from the Global Travel Agency, their online office is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mountain Time. They can be reached at 800 548-2202 or at the direct line 208 387-1000, or by email to their Corporate Department .

Global Travel Team:

• Janice Meyers
• Jill Huffman
• Shelbi Hoffman

Global Travel website

Concur Website

Concur contact: Judy Karrels – 208-387-1112

Information on Ground Transport

Motor pool vs. personal vehicle usage.

BPPM 95.11 Normally, the use of a privately-owned motor vehicle is based upon University-related requirements rather than the personal preference or convenience of the traveler. A WSU traveler may use a privately-owned motor vehicle for official University travel when: A Motor Pool vehicle is not available, or It is more advantageous or economical to the University to use a privately-owned vehicle than a Motor Pool vehicle as determined by the approving administrator.

• Mileage Rates (PDF)
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International Travel Resources

• Foreign Per Deim
• Currency Converter
• WSU International Travel Insurance

NIMSS Multi-State Travel Information

Multi-state travel policies memo.

For more information, please contact:

Ellen Yeates

509-335-4563

[email protected]

Per Diem Rate by State

Per diem – by state, travel & covid restrictions, resource: cdc – travel, travel policies & procedures, bppm 95 – travel, travel tips.

• See the FAQ to know which type of purchasing card can be used for different travel expenses.
• Lodging – The arrival Date needs to match the Expense Line Date (Arrival when you arrived and Departure when you left)
• Meals – The departure Date needs to match the Expense Line Date (Departure when you started to travel and arrival when you came back)
• Meals – Provided means you provide yourself with a meal.
• Grant Award Line End Dates – Be aware of end dates and what is the most updated grant worktag to be used for your travel needs.
• Mileage reimbursement – Remember to provide the departure & destination locations noted in the memo line. A screenshot from google maps works very well to help verify mileage.

Workday Budget-Project Crosswalk

Wsu central travel division – webpage, wsu travel division, announcements, did you know.., new mileage rate is 0.67 per mile starting january 1st, 2024., updated per diem & mileage rates in wa state: (pdf).

As of October 1st, 2023, there are new per diem rates posted for WA State. POV Mileage Rate updated as of January 1st, 2024.

Motor Pool Procedure for CAHNRS Travelers

With the implementation of Workday, there has been some confusion about how the Motor Pool process works for CAHNRS travelers. The CAHNRS Travel Team will continue to facilitate the reservation process for vehicles as we…

Travel Process in Workday

Ever wonder what happens to with your travel reports in Workday? Here’s a chart to help see the process for both employees and non-employees in Workday.

Travel Process in Workday (PDF)

Step-by-Step Guides:

Spend Authorizations (Create, Approve, Change, Close/Cancel)

Expense Reports (Create, Approve, Change, Close/Cancel)

• BPPM Lodging Exception Rules (PDF) – When over Per Diem
• International Travel – Required Additional Detail (PDF)
• Mileage Log (Excel)
• Motor Pool Request (PDF)
• No Cost Spend Authorization (PDF)
• Travel Affidavit of Lost Receipt (PDF)
• Spend Authorization – ECM (PDF) – Travel
• Expense Report ECM (PDF) – Travel
• Expense Report ECM (PDF) – Confirming Reimbursement

Once filled out, please submit requests to [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you using the right card, the preferred method of payment for air, rail, or bus fare is the department’s cta, also known as the central travel account. (see bppm 95.04 ), not sure if your department has a cta card check with the travel team: [email protected].

• You must have an approved Spend Authorization submitted in Workday prior to purchasing airfare.
• By using the CTA card, you do not have to carry the balance of the purchase on a personal credit card.
• Departments/Programs are eligible to accrue reward miles for future travel.
• Many departments also use Concur (Global Travel’s online booking tool for WSU) so travelers can schedule their own flights.

Traveler Personal Credit Card – A personal credit card may be used to purchase airfare

• Traveler cannot seek reimbursement for the purchase until after the travel has been completed.
• Payments prior to a trip are considered an advance per the State, so they are not allowed to be reimbursed until after the trip. Advances for airfare are prohibited per the State.

WSU Travel Card – University travelers are to use the Travel Charge Card for business-related travel and entertainment expenses as defined in the University travel policies. (See BPPM Chapter 95 ) University travelers should not charge any expenses on the travel card that are not reimbursable by WSU.

• The individual cardholder is personally responsible for paying all charges on the card by the statement due date. The account is not a revolving credit account. Partial monthly payments are not permitted. Any late fees incurred are the sole responsibility of the cardholder.
• If choosing to purchase airfare in advance it is the responsibility of the cardholder to pay the balance of the card in full regardless of whether the travel has been completed or not.
• Prohibited purchases include any personal items and any non-official travel related expenditures.
• If the traveler will not be getting directly reimbursed for the expenses via an Expense Report, then the Travel Charge Card is not an acceptable form of payment.

Do I need to do a Spend Authorization?

Before you start travel: spend authorizations are only required for out of state or foreign travel. if you are traveling within washington as an employee, a spend authorization does not need to be completed. please see wsu’s bppm 95.01 for further detailed information., how do i cancel my spend authorization, here’s a quick how-to:.

How to cancel a spend authorization? (PDF)

For an expense report, you would follow similar steps to cancel.

What are the current COVID restrictions for travel?

The cdc travel page shares updated travel information for domestic and international travel., where do i find current per diem rates, the u.s. general services administration page for per diem rates, you’ll find rates for lodging and meals. the map on the page also shows per diem rates for other countries as well., where do i find my expense report or spend authorization i created in workday, you can find your spend authorizations or expense reports in workday by searching:.

• My Spend Authorizations
• My Expense Reports

Where do I find the Motor Pool Request form?

On our travel page, under forms -> other forms -> motor pool request, what mileage can i claim as reimbursable, wsu’s business policies and procedures manual 95 for travel offers information about what mileage is reimbursable., travel mileage (pdf), we also offer a mileage log (excel) that can be filled out every month as well. reminder – departure & destination locations should be noted., how long does it take to be reimbursed, once you see that your expense report is with the expense partner, this is wsu central travel. it will go through the final review. it takes about 10 business days for payment to be issued out once the funding manager approves not when the expense report is submitted. review the travel process in workday pdf under travel tips., is there a minimum for travel/cash advances for non-employee students or grad students, no there is no minimum, they just can not go over per diem meals and lodging for the days they have gone, but they can request less., who can request a travel/cash advance, reference – bppm 95.05, faculty and staff employees can request travel/cash advances only if they will be in travel status for no less than 15 days., nonemployee students and graduate students (even if on paid assistantships or appointments) are able to request a travel/cash advance even if in travel status for less than 15 days., guarantee for advance of funds to non-employee students, university policy limits cash or travel advances to faculty and staff employees only. the responsible dean or director may request an exception to the travel advance policy in order to advance funds to a non-employee student., to ensure payment to the university in the event the recipient defaults in accounting for and/or returning the funds, the dean or director completes and signs a guarantee for advance of funds to non-employee student certification form. the dean or director enters the applicable worktags of the gift account that is to support any outstanding balance of funds., the dean or director must attach the certification form to the spend authorization in workday., amount of advance, according to the bppm 95.05 under amount of advance:, the best practice is to avoid advancing the traveler more than they will spend. it is recommended that the advance amount be no more than the total per diem allowance for the number of days in travel status., travel to phoenix, az from 3/1/18 through 3/17/18.

If the daily per diem allowance is: $174 (lodging) + $59 ( meals and incidentals) = $233. We will take the number of days in travel status: 16 and multiple our daily allowance total by 16 to attain out Total Advance amount ($233 x 16) = $3728.

Returning advances: (bppm 95.20), any unexpended portion of a travel advance must be returned to wsu at the close of the authorized travel period. (saam 10.80.60)(pdf), a university employee who does not repay an advance is considered to be in default. the university may withhold amounts due from the employee’s salary or wages., how do i get international travel insurance with wsu, wsu compliance and risk management – international travel is where you can find the information on international travel insurance..

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• Missoula: 5 hours

Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport

(2 miles from campus)

• Alaska Airlines
• Rental car agencies
• Taxi and shuttle services

Spokane International Airport

(78 miles from campus)

• Wheatland Express (shuttle van to Pullman)

Lewiston-Nez Perce County Regional Airport

(35 miles from campus)

• SkyWest Airlines (Delta Airlines)
• Transportation options

By bus or shuttle van

• Northwestern Trailways (stops about 1 mile from campus)

Once you arrive

• Pullman & Moscow lodging listings

Hotel/motels reviews and listings

• TripAdvisor

On-campus lodging

• Residence Inn by Marriott
• Courtyard by Marriott

Travel procedures

Export control regulations may impose travel restrictions.

Washington State University faculty and staff often find themselves traveling internationally to conduct research, meet with a collaborator, attend a conference, or present research findings. In general, travel to most countries isn’t a concern. In some cases, though, you may need to obtain an export license or license exception before your trip. Certain destinations, items, and activities are either restricted or forbidden.

Ask yourself the following questions

Where are you going.

Are you planning to go to an embargoed or sanctioned country? The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) administers economic and trade sanctions that can restrict transactions or travel, or require a license prior to travel or conducting business with an individual or entity.

For a listing of current sanctions please see the OFAC Sanctions List s.

What are you taking with you?

Are you taking an item or technology that is found on either the United States Munitions List (USML) or Commerce Control List (CCL) ?

Any item, technology, or service subject to the USML requires a license to be exported.

For items subject to the CCL, a license exception may be available depending on the item and destination or you may have to apply for a license prior to export.

The two most commonly used license exceptions when traveling outside the U.S. are license exceptions BAG and TMP.

• License exception BAG ( EAR 740.14 ) authorizes temporary export of personal items such as a cell phone or laptop to any country except Cuba, North Korea, Iran, Sudan, or Syria. This exception allows the item to be used for personal use of the individual or use by your immediate family members only.
• The item(s) will be returned to the U.S. within one year
• The item(s) must remain under effective control. This means the item must be in your physical possession or must be maintained in a secured environment, such as a hotel safe or a locked or guarded facility.
• Allows travel to any country except Cuba, North Korea, Iran, Sudan, and Syria.

Who will you be interacting with and what will you be sharing?

Do you know if the foreign colleague or entity whom you plan to engage with is sanctioned or a specially designated entity or individual?

Prior to entering into a foreign collaboration, please request a restricted party screening . This screening will help to vet out potentially restricted entities and individuals.

When attending a meeting, conference, or meeting with a foreign research collaborator, it is important to remember that you can only share data or information that has been published, or is publicly available, or that falls within the fundamental research exclusion. Be diligent not to discuss any proprietary, unpublished, or export-restricted data or information.

Additional Resources

WSU International Programs (Students Only)

WSU Compliance & Risk Management (Employee Information)

• Travel and Registration Grants
• Graduate & Professional Student Association /
• Student Resources /
• Financial Support /

Travel Grants

The Travel Grant Committee provides funding for graduate and professional students to enhance their professional and developmental goals through attending different activities and events, including conferences, workshops, wet labs, internships, preceptorships, courses, career fairs, etc.

For more information about WSU policies on Travel Policies and spending authorization, view the Office of Policies, Records, and Forms .

Types of Travel Grants

• Conference Presentation Travel Grant
• Wet Lab and Workshops Travel Grant
• Professional and Career Development Travel Grant
• Internship, Preceptorship, and Intercampus Travel Grant

Travel Dates and Application Deadlines

Read the table carefully and find out which travel period you need to submit your application.  Learn more about choosing an application period .

  GPSA Travel Grants – Appeal Process

• To guide WSU graduate & professional students about appealing award decisions for travel grant applications.

Responsibility

• It is the responsibility of the student applicant to submit an appeal for their application.
• Faculty, Travel Coordinators, or other WSU members, friends, or family are not permitted to submit an appeal on behalf of the student applicant.
• The GPSA Travel Grant Chair or their designee from the Grants Committee is responsible for the review of appeals and subsequent approval or denial. The GPSA President, including the Travel Grant Chair, may serve as a designee under extenuating circumstances deemed necessary by the Grants Committee. The Travel Grant Chair must work with [email protected] to ensure adjusted timelines can be met.

If you or your guests will be traveling to Pullman for Commencement ceremonies, the following information may help you plan your trip.

Travel and hotels

Explore how to get to Pullman and where to stay once you arrive.

Parking and transportation

Find out how to get around Pullman once you arrive.

International visitors

The following suggestions may help loved ones from outside the U.S. as they apply for a B-2 visitor’s visa at a U.S. consulate or embassy in their home country.

Write a letter of invitation on your visitors’ behalf

Include the following information:

• Purpose of the visit (ex. visit Pullman, Washington for WSU graduation)
• Your relationship to the individuals visiting. Include their full name and date of birth (ex. my father, FIRSTNAME, MIDDLENAME, LASTNAME, Date of birth: January 01, 1970)
• Statement of your status here
• Itinerary detailing travel plans, the length of time they will be visiting, and including the places you will visit.
• Emphasize the temporary nature of the invitation and demonstrate your visitors’ intention to return to their home country following the visit.
• If you will provide financial support while your visitors are here, include that information as well.
• If you are an International student yourself, International Student and Scholar Services offers to issue a Student Status Confirmation Letter that can be requested on myPassport.wsu.edu.
• International Student and Scholar Services can be reached at [email protected] or 509-335-4508
• Provide details of the Commencement ceremony.

U.S. consulate/embassy locations and application procedures

Review U.S. Department of State  visa information .

Providing your family members with this documentation may improve their chances of obtaining a visa; however, there is no guarantee a visa will be issued. The success of their request for a visa lies in their ability to prove that they have no intention of staying permanently in the U.S. Each application is reviewed independently and supporting documents must come from you as the host.

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Before you leave home, read the U.S. government’s information about the procedures for entering the United States.

Entering the United States

You should know what to expect at a U.S. port of entry .

Arrival process

Be prepared with the following documents:

• Passport with a valid non-immigrant visa (Canadians exempt)
• Original form I-20 or DS-2019 with valid travel signature
• Evidence of financial resources
• WSU current schedule and/or transcript

Don’t bring restricted items – see the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) website for rules regarding travel with medications, food, or pets. You may also be fingerprinted and/or photographed.

Questioning & tips

• Officers may ask you questions about your reason for entering the United States or about your academic program. If an officer asks about your academic performance, remain calm, answer honestly and briefly.
• CBP may also ask questions about or inspect your electronic devices. This may include your social media accounts.
• To protect yourself, put your phone on airplane mode.

More tips on how to prepare your devices

Additional screenings

An officer may determine you (and/or your luggage) require additional screening. This is not uncommon. You may be asked to go to an interview area called Secondary Inspection where they will verify information and ask you additional questions. You can expect:

• Long wait time (multiple hours)
• Additional, more substantial and specific questions

Tip: Make notes of your experience, including officer name and badge number.

To Pullman campus

Pullman is a significant distance from other regional cities. We recommend flying into Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport.

Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport

2 miles from campus

Services at Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport :

• Horizon Air (Alaska Airlines)
• Rental car agencies
• Taxi and shuttle services

Lewiston-Nez Perce Regional Airport

35 miles from campus (in Idaho)

Services at Lewiston-Nez Perce Regional Airport :

• SkyWest Airlines  (Delta Airlines)
• Transportation options

Spokane International Airport

78 miles from campus

Services at Spokane International Airport :

• Wheatland Express (shuttle van to Pullman)

Driving directions

Approximate driving time to Pullman from nearby cities:

• Lewiston, Idaho/Clarkston, Washington: 45 minutes
• Spokane, Washington: 90 minutes
• Coeur d’Alene, Idaho: 2 hours
• Seattle, Washington: 5 hours
• Missoula, Montana: 5 hours
• Portland, Oregon: 6 hours

Road trip resources:

• Washington State Department of Transportation
• WSU parking
• WSU Pullman parking map
• Brelsford WSU Visitor Center

By bus or shuttle van

Northwestern Trailways  (stops at the Courtyard by Marriott Inn about 3.5 kilometers from campus)

By rideshare

“Tripick” is an innovative approach to carpooling. Tripick gives users a platform to offer and find rides with flexible customized prices.

To WSU Tri-Cities

We recommend flying into Tri-Cities Airport in Pasco, Washington.

14 miles from campus

Services at Tri-Cities Airport :

• Delta Airlines
• United Airlines
• Ground transportation

Approximate driving time to WSU Tri-Cities from nearby cities:

• Spokane, Washington: 2 hours, 15 minutes
• Pullman, Washington: 2 hours, 30 minutes
• Lewiston, Idaho/Clarkston, Washington: 2 hours, 45 minutes
• Coeur d’Alene, Idaho: 2 hours, 45 minutes
• Seattle, Washington: 3 hours, 15 minutes
• Portland, Oregon: 3 hours, 30 minutes
• Missoula, Montana: 5 hours, 15 minutes
• WSU Tri-Cities campus map

Other campus locations

The Spring 2024 Alaska Airlines Travel Awards Program application window is now closed. Please reach out to Lauren Graziano at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Information

As part of Alaska Airlines’ partnership with Washington State University, the company has committed flight credits that have been distributed to WSU students and faculty since 2016.

WSU undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty traveling to conferences or other professional development opportunities are eligible to apply.

Award Process

An internal panel will review each round of applications. If you receive an award, the review committee will contact you about the process for booking your flights.

Contact  Lauren Graziano  for more information and to apply!

If you have any questions, please contact CAHNRS Finance & Administration-Travel

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Travel Reimbursement BPPM 95.20  

• Create Expense Report Workday Reference Guide
• Receipt Affidavit BPPM 95.20
• Lodging Allowance and Exceptions
• Meals and Lodging BPPM 95.06
• Per Diem Rates BPPM 95.19
• Request to Serve Food BPPM 70.31
• University Travel Charge Card BPPM 95.03

Airfare Purchases

There are three options for booking your airfare:

• Book through Concur and the WSU CTA card will be used for payment, $9 Fee
• Book directly with the airline using your WSU Travel Card or personal credit card and submit for a reimbursement on your Expense Report
• Contact Global Travel directly and the WSU CTA card will be used for payment, $28 Fee,  If you would like to contact Global Travel directly then please find the contact information on the WSU CAHNRS Business Center-Travel website.
• To book your airfare on the Global Travel’s Concur website, use your WSU email for your user name. If you have problems activating your profile, please contact Judy Karrels at 208-387-1112,

Advantages of using Concur:

• You are able to book your own airfare and have a choice of airlines using the WSU CTA Card Monday-Friday from 8 am – 4 pm (Monday-Thursday for SNAP-Ed).
• You have the ability to book contracted, refundable rates
• You have the ability to add an assistant to book your airfare for you
• You have the ability to book your hotel and car on the Concur site; one-stop shopping
• You have the ability to Save Frequent Flyer Mileage Numbers, Booking Preferences, and Multiple Credit Cards for Hotel, Rental Car and Airfare Purchases
• Travelers with MVP Gold status will be automatically upgraded by the system once the ticket is generated.
• Contact an agent and request the upgrade. An agent fee would be assessed in addition to the cost of the upgrade.
• Purchase directly through Alaska.com

Group Travel

• Concur does not allow reservations for multiple passengers to be made in a single booking.  Please contact Global Travel for assistance or Tony Dell for 4-H group travel.

Hotels and Rental Car

• Utilize the Concur program and the hotel and rental car will be charged to your personal credit card or your travel card in your profile.
• Book directly with the hotel or rental car agency using your personal credit card or WSU Travel Card and submit for a reimbursement on your Expense Report

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Everything you need to know about traveling on behalf of the Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Please reach out with any questions related to:

• Travel arrangements
• Travel reimbursements (TEV’s)
• Travel Authorities (TA’s)
• Airline ticket payments (CTA’s)

Enjoy Your Trip!

Please contact Sarah Kohler if Lori is away from the office.

Policies & Procedures

Travel authorization.

Submit request for Travel Authorization at least 3 weeks prior to trip. No bookings may be confirmed before the Travel Authorization is complete.

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• Travel Authorization – No Cost to WSU
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• Travel Authorization – No Cost to WSU [PDF]
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Travel Expenses & Reimbursement

The Travel Expenses Form and original paid receipts must be submitted immediately after travel or within 60 days after the end of travel. Once travel is past 60 days after the last day of travel, the reimbursement will be taxed. The form saved as PDF along with receipts and emailed to Lori Henderson at [email protected] .

Paid receipts are needed for everything but meals, including taxi, parking, bus, rental car gas, hotel, miscellaneous expenses.

Airline Tickets

Purchase airline ticket using College CTA card  by contacting Lori Henderson to purchase airfare. Do NOT use your personal credit card. We book online directly with the airlines. We do not recommend using Expedia, Orbitz, Travelocity or other consolidator, these are third party vendors and purchasing is taken at your own risk. Approved travel agents may be used, but additional ticketing fees will apply.

Motor Pool Cars

If you will be using a state vehicle from the WSU Motor pool, please contact Lori Henderson or Sarah Kohler to reserve your vehicle. Please be prepared to provide us with the times that you will pick up and return the vehicle at the motor pool.

If you will be renting a car from a commercial agency, we recommend the Enterprise and National Car Rental program. Contact Lori Henderson for assistance. You may rent from another agency, but insurance coverage is your responsibility.

Conference Registration

Use of the College purchasing card is allowed and recommended. Call Lori Henderson for purchasing card information at 368-6674. Use of personal credit card is allowed, but reimbursement is processed after the travel is complete.

Hotel Rooms

Please book and pay for your hotel room. Confirm with Business Services the allowable hotel per diem for the area . An original paid receipt showing your name and a zero balance must be obtained from the hotel and submitted for reimbursement.

Student Travel

• PharmD Student Travel Grants
• PharmD/Dean’s Grant Travel Application
• PhD Travel Grant Application
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Washington state travel guide: Breathtaking national parks, the bustling city of Seattle and beyond

W ashington state is known for its wide range of stunning natural landscapes, from rugged coastlines to snow-capped mountain peaks to vibrant rainforests.

Cities like Seattle and Spokane offer their own array of cultural and culinary attractions.

Whether you are interested in outdoor adventure or simply taking in the scenery, the Evergreen State has something for every type of traveler.

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Here's a deep dive.

Olympic National Park spans 70 miles of coastline and almost 1 million acres. This World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve offers anything you could want from a national park , like hiking, boating and the opportunity to see wild animals in their natural habitat in the temperate Hoh Rain Forest.

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"It's one of those places that really embodies what you would consider the Evergreen State," Jennifer Coleman, publisher of the Scenic Washington road trip guidebook and the road map for Washington state , told Fox News Digital during a phone interview. "The beaches along the Pacific there are pretty wild. So, I always tell people, bring a raincoat and plan for wind. You know, it's not like going to the beach even in Oregon, where you can really lay out in the sun."

"I mean, OK, we do get sunny days, but it's just not the same as a little further south," Coleman added.

Visitors can observe ecosystems in miniature in the tide pools of Olympic National Park's beaches. And while there might not be many sunbathers, the park is a well-known destination for stargazers. About 95% of the park is designated as wilderness and is devoid of human-caused light, making for a spectacular view of the night sky.

This park is named for the many waterfalls along its hundreds of miles of trails. The clear, blue mountain waters of Lake Diablo and the park's other lakes and rivers offer opportunities for boat tours and fishing and make North Cascades Coleman's favorite of the state's three national parks.

She pointed out that although the park is remote, its beauty is accessible to those not up for a hike, since a driving trip along the North Cascades Scenic Highway still affords gorgeous views of mountain peaks, verdant trees and rushing waterfalls.

And for those who want a hands-on experience, North Cascades National Park is known for its climbing opportunities.

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Naturalists can keep their eyes peeled for the gray wolves, wolverines and more than 200 species of birds that call one of Earth's most diverse ecosystems home.

"It's sort of the iconic Washington thing, to go to Mount Rainier National Park," Coleman said. The mountain lies along several officially designated scenic byways for the road trippers out there, and it is the highest peak in the Evergreen State, rising 14,410 above sea level.

Since the park is so highly attended, a timed entry system will be implemented during the busiest months, from May to September, beginning in 2024. Reservations open 90 days in advance.

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This is the most popular state park for mountain climbing and skiing, with more than 20 climbing routes and ski descents. With its wilderness backpacking campsites and more than 260 miles of maintained trails, including some that are paved, hikers of all stripes can find the perfect trek. 

Winter sports are popular in Mount Rainier National Park, but it is also known for its hundreds of species of wildflowers that bloom spectacularly over the summer.

Washington's largest city is also one of its main travel destinations and serves as the origin point for many of the road trips in Scenic Washington's guides. The city itself offers plenty to do.

The Emerald City is known for its food and drink scene: Japanese cuisine, craft beer, wine and especially coffee and seafood.

Starbucks is based in Seattle , so naturally, the Starbucks Reserve Roastery is located there, too. Think Willy Wonka's chocolate factory but for coffee, complete with a coffee bean library. Numerous smaller cafés are spread across the city as well for those who want a more unique espresso experience. 

Tea houses and bakeries are in no short supply, either, in case you need to cool it on the caffeine.

Seattle sits on Puget Sound, where shellfish are readily available. The city is known for its oysters.

Visitors to Seattle can stop at one of its many museums, like the Museum of Pop Culture, or look for the Fremont Troll, a giant sculpture under the George Washington Memorial Bridge. The colorful, if a bit gross, Gum Wall near Pike Place Market is worth seeing, and the market is itself well-known for its craftspeople, restaurants and fishmongers.

But few Emerald City attractions are more iconic than the Space Needle. The Space Needle was originally built for the 1962 World’s Fair and has become perhaps the most recognizable element of the city skyline. In just 43 seconds, you can ride the elevator all the way to the observation deck, where you can see far and wide over the rest of Seattle.

Across the street from the Space Needle is Chihuly Garden and Glass, home to the works of renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. The breathtaking installations make this TripAdvisor's top-rated Seattle attraction.

If the Space Needle is the most iconic component of Seattle's Skyline, the Great Wheel is No. 2. This Ferris wheel was built in 2012 and offers a different way to get a bird's eye view of the city and the surrounding mountains.

The Amazon Spheres provide an unexpected break from the hustle and bustle of the city with their four-story jungle-like interior, containing more than 40,000 plants. Another Washington-based company, Amazon, constructed the spheres to afford employees the tranquility of the rainforest without leaving the city. The Spheres are open to the public for free during the first and third Saturday of each month.

Kerry Park offers an extraordinary vista of the city skyline, Space Needle and all. On a clear day, Mount Rainier can be seen in the background. Photographers can often be found here as the sun goes down.

Washington's national parks and Seattle might be its most famous attractions, but you could see them all without even leaving the western half of the state — and even then, you would be missing other attractions in the west.

In the southwest of Washington, visitors can find the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, just south of Mount Rainier. "And that's a really cool place to go visit," Coleman said, "Because you can actually drive right up into the blast zone." The total devastation wrought by the volcano's 1980 eruption contrasts with the new growth that has regenerated in the area, making for a thought-provoking trip to a natural wonder that could easily be overshadowed by Mount Rainier.

The Columbia River Gorge isn't far away: "The Gorge is really a fantastic place. It's basically along the Columbia River, which is the river that separates us from Oregon. That whole gorge region … both the Washington and Oregon sides, is kind of like waterfall central," said Coleman.

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Orcas, gray whales and humpback whales can be spotted in Washington's Puget Sound all year round, and whale-watching boat tours are available at multiple locations along the coast. Most boats won't get too close to the whales, as some are endangered and have been killed in collisions with ships. Make sure to dress warmly and bring your binoculars.

The eastern portion of the state is totally different from what many think of as the wet environs of the Pacific Northwest. On the other side of the Cascade mountain range, it gets dry and hot. The city of Spokane provides an urban hub for excursions eastward and, though smaller than Seattle, offers arts and culture, craft beer and wine, and other trappings of an urban center.

South of Spokane lies Pullman, where Washington State University is located. Further south still is Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America. Though it lies mostly in Oregon and Idaho, a portion of it does fall in southeastern Washington. This gorge is popular for high-speed jet-boating during the hot summers.

The warm, sunny weather makes the region great for agriculture. "Wine country" is in the center of the southern portion of the state. The region, as you might be able to guess, is known for its more than 300 vineyards and wineries.

There are many reasons to visit Washington state, but many visitors tend to fit within a certain profile, Coleman told Fox News Digital: "Everybody has their different thing that they're wanting to accomplish when they visit, but overall … if they've chosen Washington as their destination, chances are they're looking for outdoor recreation or, you know, scenic views, seafood or national parks."

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That is why Scenic Washington offers pre-planned road trip itineraries. The popular Cascade Loop begins from Seattle and circles the northern half of the state. The Palouse Scenic Byway explores Washington's east, from its central desert lands to lakes and waterfalls to the rolling wheat fields of the Palouse region, which holds the largest concentration of wheat per acre in the world.

For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle .

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Business Travel Tips: Final Expense Report Box

When filling out an expense report, if you have linked the report to a spend authorization you will see a line under the spend authorization that states “Final Expense Report” with a small box to the right of it.

It is important to check the “Final Expense Report” box. If you don’t, commitment estimates that you placed on your budget when you submitted the spend authorization will stay on your budget.

If there is a reason you are not checking the “Final Expense Report” box, you must put a reason on the memo line as to why you are not checking the box. For example: “NOT Final ER,” “This ER is for reconciling CTA charges only,” or “Another ER will be submitted for the travel expenses after the trip.”

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