The types of moving and related travel expenses which are eligible for payment or reimbursement will be determined in accordance with IRS guidelines, unless specifically modified by the university elsewhere in this policy statement. Eligible Moving Expenses Expenses associated with the transportation of household goods and personal effects from prior residence to new residence are eligible as moving expenses, including costs of packing, shipping and unloading. Eligible Travel Expenses Expenses of traveling from the former residence to the first new place of residence are reimbursable as moving expenses. The actual costs of transportation and lodging incurred in route are eligible. Mileage reimbursements will be made based on the IRS guidelines.
Travel expenses are limited to one trip per family member.
Ineligible Expenses are Taxable Compensation Payments made to an in-coming university employee to assist the employee in paying for the following types of expenses cannot be made as nontaxable payments or reimbursements of moving expenses under either IRS or State Budget Agency guidelines. Meals consumed during the time of travel. Expenses for the purpose of looking for a new residence. Temporary living expenses in the new location. Travel expenses related to side-trips or vacation stops on the way from the former residence to the new residence do not qualify as deductible moving expenses.