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Per Diem for a 10-Day Extended Work Assignment

Calculates the total per diem allowance for a 10-day extended work assignment away from home.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter the number of days of travel.
  2. Enter your daily lodging rate (hotel cost per night).
  3. Enter your daily meals and incidentals allowance.
  4. Add any other daily expenses.
  5. The calculator shows the daily total and the full trip allowance.

Extended work assignments of 10 or more days require careful per diem tracking to maximize reimbursement.

Frequently asked questions

What is per diem?
Per diem (Latin: 'per day') is a daily allowance paid to employees to cover expenses such as accommodation, meals, and incidentals while travelling for work. Rates vary by destination.
What is the US federal per diem rate?
The US GSA (General Services Administration) sets per diem rates for government employees. The standard 2024 continental US rate is $166 for lodging and $79 for meals and incidentals.