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Yes, per the Travel and Expense Policy sections 5.5.5, 5.6.2.B.ii, and 5.10.1 ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft are allowable expenses.
Yes, per the Travel and Expense Policy section 5.10.1-2 tips are allowable up to 20% of the fare plus applicable fees.
Standard fares are reimbursable. Optional charges like priority pickup or wait time fees are only reimbursable if there’s a valid business reason. Include justification in your expense report or contact the Travel Team if unsure.
Electric fare classes on rideshare apps such as Uber and Lyft are generally more expensive. Use of these fare classes require a business justification and are subject to the discretion of the Travel Office for adjustment based on a fare comparison.
Premium rideshare classes above from the standard/basic fare classes are not allowable under the SLAC Travel Policy. Justification or adjustment will be required at the discretion of the Travel Office.
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Please view our Travel and Expense Policy for details about reimbursable and non-reimbursable expenses. For all travel expenses that are not reimbursable, you must not incur/reconcile a Travel Card (TCard) expense or seek reimbursement.
