Entertaining While in Travel Status

Business entertainment meals while in travel status are those taken with guests, donors or others during which time focused business discussions take place.  Travelers may be reimbursed for an approved, necessary and reasonable business entertainment meal while in Travel Status.  To meet IRS guidelines for a tax free reimbursement, the following information must be provided:

• Date and location of  meal
• Names of attendees
• Type of meal (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Business purpose
• Original receipt