Topics at a Glance
Foreign Exchange Rates
When converting travel reimbursement requests from a foreign currency to the US dollar, you should use one of the following sites:
If the exchange rate should vary or you have documentation of another rate (e.g., credit card statement), please provide that documentation with your reimbursement request.
Foreign Per Diem Rates
When traveling internationally, WFU will reimburse using per diem rates for meals and incidentals. You cannot combine actual receipts and per diem rates on the same trip. To find the per diem rates that apply, please visit the U.S. Department of State website.
Mileage Reimbursement Rate
The current mileage rate is 65.5 cents per mile.
Tips and Gratuities
As a general rule, travelers should not tip more than 20%. If a tip exceeds 20%, a business purpose must be included. For any questions regarding tips and gratuities please contact Accounts Payable at ap@wfu.edu.