GSA adjusted official travel Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) mileage reimbursement rates to align with a mid-year mileage rate update announced by the Internal Revenue Service earlier this month. To receive the correct reimbursement, Service members and civilian employees must update existing travel vouchers that contain a mileage expense incurred on or after July 1, 2026.
Updated Mileage Reimbursement Rates
Current and historical rates are available on GSA’s website.
Temporary Duty (TDY) Mileage
- Car: $0.76 per mile (up from $0.725).
- Motorcycle: $0.74 per mile (up from $0.705)
- Airplane: $1.935 per mile (up from $1.78)
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Mileage/MALT: $0.235 per mile (up from $0.205).
Other Mileage: $0.235 per mile (up from $0.205). This rate applies to Privately Owned Vehicles, Inactive Duty Training, and medical travel.
Action Required for Travelers
If you submitted a voucher for travel that took place on or after July 1, 2026 that contains a mileage expense, you must amend your voucher in the DTS to receive the additional money owed to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What if my travel started in June but ended in July?
A: You must split your mileage claim. DTS will automatically apply the older, lower rate for all miles through June 30, 2026, and use the new, higher rate for all miles on or after July 1, 2026.
Q: Do these rate increases apply to government vehicles or rental cars?
A: No. These reimbursement rates only apply when you use your own Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) for official travel.
Q: How do I fix a voucher that I already submitted with the old rates?
A: Log into DTS and locate your travel document. Select "Amend," update your mileage expenses to the new rates, and resubmit the voucher for approval.