➢ Training is MANDATORY and must be renewed
every three years
. ➢ If your training will be expiring while you are deployed, we advise to refresh your training before you deploy.
What is GTC training?
The DTMO Travel Card Program class
educates DoD travelers on the basics of the Government Travel Charge Card
(GTCC) and is also referred to as “Travel Card 101” training. You can access the class 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the Travel Explorer (TraX).
How long do you have to pay off GTC?
DFAS must pay
within 30 days of the filing
(See TTRA, Section 030801. A). If properly done, travelers should not have to pay before reimbursement. The bottom line is that travelers should submit their travel voucher in a timely manner and make prompt payment of any charges.
How do I increase my government travel card limit?
The full limit becomes available when the balance is paid any time during the billing cycle. ❖ To request a credit limit increase you need to
provide cardholder’s name, requested amount, beginning and end date for increase, justification, orders and other supporting documentation as required by your organization
.
Can I buy food with my government travel card?
That includes things like your airfare, rental car, lodging, meals (
yes – even meals
!), parking, taxi fares, and all other travel-related costs you incur during a TDY (and a PCS, if your Component permits).
What happens if you lose your government travel card?
In most cases,
they can be replaced within 24 hours if they are lost or stolen by calling 1-800-645- 6556
. Outside the U.S., call collect at 813-623-1709. You will receive an inactive card (i.e., a card not yet ready for use) which is indicated by the sticker on the card.
How do I check my government travel card balance?
Our Customer Service Center is committed to satisfying the needs of all Citi Government Travel Cardholders. Inside the U.S., simply
call us toll-free at 1-800-790-7206
, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year. Outside the U.S., call at +1-904-954-7850.
How do I check my GTC balance?
- Log into the GTC.
- In the bottom part of the screen, accounts will be displayed and the balance showed. Click on each account for more information or account history.
Does the government travel card build credit?
It Gives Credit To Those Who Aren’t Qualified
The application process for a government travel credit card is less stringent than for a personal credit card. As a result, the government can be putting credit into the hands of service members who may not be qualified to obtain credit on their own.
What happens if you overpay your government travel card?
1. Overpaid GTCC: If your GTCC account is currently overpaid, enter the amount of that overpayment here.
Money that would have gone to the GTCC vendor will go to your bank account instead
.
What is the limit on a government travel card?
The standard credit limit on these cards is
no lower than $7,500
. The A/OPC, CPM or DTMO has the authority to increase the overall credit limit on the card on a temporary basis to accommodate mission requirements. The ATM limit is no lower than $665 and a $250 retail limit.
Can you be denied a government travel card?
Applicants, who are denied a government travel card due to their credit score, or inability to meet self-certification requirements, will be exempt from mandatory use of the individually billed account travel card.
Can I use my Government travel card for gas?
Uses of a Government Travel Card
Meals (not including alcohol) Rental car.
Fuel/gas
.
Can I use my government travel card for alcohol?
Generally,
employees may not use a travel card to purchase alcoholic beverages unless they are incident to a meal
.
Can I use my government travel card at Walmart?
Food or toiletries at a retail store such as Wal-Mart or Target, or convenience stores
should not be purchased using the travel card
. Government issued travel charge cards should not be used for personal, family, or household purposes.
Can I use AIRBnB for government travel?
Dear Traveler, We’re bottom-line up-front (BLUF) kind of people, so here’s the short answer to your question:
no – you can’t use a vacation rental site (e.g., Airbnb, HomeAway, VRBO) for official lodging
.
Is it mandatory to have a government travel card?
The DoD Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) Program provides travelers an effective, convenient, and commercially available method to pay for expenses related to official travel.
Use is mandatory for all personnel (military or civilian) to pay for ALL official travel costs for TDY and PCS (where applicable)
.
What should you do if there are incorrect transactions on your monthly statement?
What should you do if there are incorrect transactions on your monthly statement?
File a dispute with the GTCC vendor within 60 days of the statement date
.
Why is my government travel card not working?
The most common reason for a travel charge card being declined is due to
a temporary suspension placed on the account
. Temporary suspensions typically occur whenever activity on the account indicates that fraud may have occurred. This is a precaution taken by the bank to protect your account.
How do you become a GTCC in the army?
STEP 1: Complete the Travel Card 101 training at https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/passport/. STEP 2: Read and Sign the GTCC Statement of Understanding (SOU) STEP 3: Scan your Travel Card 101 Certificate of Completion and SOU and email it to the MFP G1 Reserve Affairs Branch at
[email protected]
Can you use GTC at ATM?
Travelers may use their travel card at ATMs to obtain cash needed to pay for “out-of-pocket” travel-related expenses
. Valid “out-of-pocket” expenses are those that cannot be charged on the travel card.
How long does DTS take to pay?
As a rule of thumb, DTS (in conjunction with your organization’s official accounting system) repays travelers
within three business days
of the Authorizing Official (AO) approving the traveler’s voucher*.
How do I update my GTCC in DTS?
In the DTS Dashboard’s, My Travel Documents section (Figure 1), select Options (Figure 1, Indicator 3), next to the document you want to change, then Create Amendment (Figure 1, Indicator 4) on the drop-down menu. The Amend Document screen (Figure 2) opens.
