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Emergency leave may be granted if there’s an emergency involving a member of your household, immediate family, or a sole surviving relative whenever circumstances warrant and the military situation permits. Leave must be approved by the commander.
Things to keep in mind….
As a Reservist you are authorized to receive travel allowances for a medical or dental care due to an injury, illness, or disease incurred while on Active Duty for a period of 30 or fewer days, Inactive Duty Training (IDT), or performing funeral honors.
The United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) and the United States Army Europe (USAREUR) have R&R leave programs.
USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR) - Must be assigned to one of the fifteen designated countries to be eligible. Designated countries are: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
USAREUR AOR - You must be assigned in the Kosovo area of operation to be eligible.
When submitting your TDY Travel Voucher, it’s important to make sure that all necessary documentation is included with your voucher. This will help ensure that your voucher is processed and paid accurately and quickly. Information regarding the details of documentation to be included is provided below.
DD 1351-2 Travel Voucher
DD 1351-2C Travel Voucher Continuation If you need additional space to complete your travel itinerary (block #15), reimbursable expenses (block #18), or government/deductible meals (block #20), please complete and submit this form along with the DD 1351-2.
Temporary Duty Orders (TDY), to include all amendments. This document should be provided to you by your unit prior to your departure.
DA 31 – Leave Form (Indicate leave in Block 29 of 1351-2) This form is only required if you take leave in conjunction with your TDY.
Red Cross Letter Only required if taking emergency leave and if the commander granting leave has requested information to determine the need for the Service Member’s emergency leave. This document should be requested from the American Red Cross or Military Service Personnel nearest the location of the emergency.
Paid Itemized Receipts Receipts are required for lodging costs paid and must show the location, dates, and who occupied the lodging. Receipts are also required for any single reimbursable expense claimed in the amount of $75.00 and more. If you are missing receipt(s), you may be eligible to claim the expense(s) by submitting a ‘Statement in Lieu of Actual Receipts’ or ‘Statement in Lieu of Lodging Receipts’. For more information about claiming expenses and receipt requirements, see supporting documentation here.
Once you have completed your voucher and gathered all required documents, follow the steps below to submit your travel claim:
When to use DTS: Individuals on temporary duty assignments are to use DTS with the following exceptions which are to be submitted on a manual DD1351-2:
A traveler who initiates a TDY trip in a travel system other than DTS must finalize the trip in the original system and cannot use DTS for any portion of that trip.
IMPORTANT: DFAS Travel Pay cannot assist you with your DTS payments. If you have questions, ask your Defense Travel Administrator (DTA) for assistance or select Frequently Asked Questions about DTS.
Travel Orders It is essential to read your travel orders prior to travel to know what you are authorized. Failure to do so may result in additional expenses that will not be reimbursed.
Joint Travel Regulations The JTR contains regulations related to per diem, travel and transportation allowances, relocation allowances, and certain other allowances.
When submitting your Travel Voucher, complete the DD Form 1351-2 and attach all required supporting documentation listed under ‘Documentation’. Failure to do so may result in a delayed processing. For instructions on completing your DD Form 1351-2, visit TDY - Completing your Travel Voucher (DD Form 1351-2).
When submitting your Travel Voucher, you must complete the DD Form 1351-2 and attach all required supporting documentation listed under ‘Documentation’. Failure to do so may result in a delayed processing. Once you have completed your 1351-2 and gathered all required documents, click here for methods to submit your Travel Voucher.
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