IRs are authorized lodging reimbursement for IDTs. However, travel pay is not authorized for travel to or from the place of IDT and is paid for by the member. However, it may be authorized for specific AFSCs or duty locations. Each year a list of
Critical AFSCs is posted on the HQ RIO website. For more information on IDT Travel Reimbursement, click
HERE.
IDT Lodging
IRs must schedule their base lodging when the supervisor approves their requested IDT schedule in UTAPS. Non-commuting IRs are authorized lodging reimbursement during the dates authorized on the UTAPS generated AF Form 40A. To claim lodging expenses, follow the step-by-step instructions on the
IDT Lodging Reimbursement Quick Guide.
Subsistence-in-Kind Authorizations
Like lodging, IRs must obtain pre-authorization for subsistence-in-kind when submitting their schedule in UTAPS. Subsistence-in-kind is for enlisted personnel only when performing paid IDTs of eight hours or more in one day. If duty is less than 8 hours, a non-pay status, or IR is an officer, substance-in-kind is not authorized. Enlisted personnel may be required to furnish a copy of the AF Form 40A to the dining hall to receive subsistence-in-kind. If the government dining facility is not available due to closure, work schedule or personal preferences, the member will not be reimbursed for any meals procured on the economy. Officers must pay the basic food charge regardless of pay status or length of IDT duty.
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