AU Travel Policy Quiz-2

1. What happens if a divorced dependent is repatriated?

• Only a travel voucher is issued

• A one-way ticket and 23kg baggage allowance is granted

• They must pay their own way

• Only the staff member travels

1. What is the basis for reimbursement of travel claims?

• Verbal approval

• Verbal agreement with the supervisor

• 1. Approved travel authorization and proof of expenditure

• Informal receipt submission

Which of the following correctly defines the threshold for upgrading Directors to Business Class during travel?

• Flight duration exceeds 6 hours without rest

• Flight exceeds 8 continuous hours including transits with no overnight stop

• Any international flight

• Only when the Director is part of a delegation

In the event of a travel itinerary change, what immediate action must the traveler take?

• Inform the airline

• Submit a new travel authorization

• Notify the supervisor and Travel Unit

• Reschedule the mission independently

Which of the following expenses is never eligible for reimbursement under any mission circumstance?

• Airport taxes

• Local taxi fares to mission venue

• Excess baggage for approved documents

• All the above

If a staff or an official fails to return unused ticket or excess advance:

• The amount is ignored if under USD 100

• It is logged under operational loss

• It is recovered through salary deduction

• It is offset by future DSA payments

Which of the following staff categories may qualify for Business Class based solely on travel duration?

• All staff above P4

• All elected officials regardless of duration

• Substantive Directors only if the journey exceeds 8 continuous hours with no overnight

• Protocol officers traveling with Ministers

Stipulates what condition regarding boarding passes and receipts?

• Only international flights require submission

• Originals must be submitted with travel claims

• Copies are accepted for tickets booked by the AU Travel Unit

• Digital receipts alone are sufficient

What is the outcome if a traveler fails to clear an unused ticket or advance within the specified timeframe?

• Reprimand by Chairperson or Head of Organ

• Disciplinary action initiated by HR

• Recovery through salary deduction

• Notification to the airline

What ethical guideline applies when a staff member attempts to combine personal leave with mission travel?

• Must not result in additional cost to the Union

• Must be approved by the host country

• Requires recommendation from protocol

• Only allowed during non-peak seasons