Travel policy
A travel policy is a set of rules an organization establishes to manage employee travel arrangements and expenses. It serves as a guideline for travel-related activities, optimizes travel expenses, and ensures compliance with company standards and regulations.
A travel policy serves as a basis for a corporate travel program and outlines the following aspects:
- booking procedures,
- transportation options,
- accommodation standards,
- expense reimbursement rules,
- travel safety protocols,
- expense limits, and
- preferred vendors.
The policy also addresses risk management and duty of care obligations to ensure employee safety and well-being during travel. This may include requirements for travel insurance, emergency assistance services, and communication protocols in case of emergencies.
