Question: what is the difference between per diem and m&ie?
Answer: Meal expenses include the cost of breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a particular area. ... The daily Meal and Incidental Expenses (M&IE) Per Diem rate equals the meal rate for your area plus the $5 daily incidental allowance. The M&IE rate is added to your Lodging Per Diem rate to find the maximum allowable Per Diem rate.