What are official travel orders?


What are official travel orders? A travel order identifies the travel purpose and includes necessary financial information for budgetary and reimbursement purposes. It also provides documentation for using travel programs to a Travel Management Company (TMC) and travel service vendors (FTR § 301-71.100).


Can I use AirBNB for official government travel?

Lodging facilities that include third party booking i.e. AirBNB or private landlords are prohibited. You will need to provide copies of your lodging receipts and a signed lease/agreement.


Can you go TDY without a GTC?

IAW DoD Mandate, all travelers (Military and Civilian) are required to have a GTC.


Is TDY official travel?

What is considered official travel? Any travel segment that is directly between the PDS/TDY, TDY/TDY, TDY/PDS, or PDS/PDS (for PCS travel) locations is considered official travel.