Q: What is MALT in Military Travel?

MALT stands for Monetary Allowance in Lieu of Transportation. It’s a reimbursement for military members traveling by privately owned vehicle (POV) during PCS or TDY . The rate varies by travel type: $0.21/mile for PCS (2025) and up to $0.70/mile for TDY (car). If your PCS includes TDY en route, the MALT rate ($0.21/mile) applies to all POV travel segments. Learn more in the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) .

Q: How do I calculate my PCS mileage reimbursement?

Use our MALT Calculator above! Enter your PCS travel miles , and the calculator will estimate your reimbursement at $0.21/mile (2025 rate). For example, driving 1,000 miles yields $210. You can claim up to two POVs per the DTMO guidelines . After your trip, submit a travel voucher to get paid.

Q: What Are the TDY Mileage Rates for 2025?

For TDY travel in 2025, rates are: Car : $0.70/mile Motorcycle : $0.68/mile These rates apply to POV travel when authorized, typically for trips of 800 miles round trip or less without a cost comparison (per JTR, par. 020210). Rates are set by the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) . Use our calculator to estimate your reimbursement.

Q: How Are Travel Days Calculated for PCS and TDY?

Travel days are estimated based on DoD guidelines , but there’s no fixed daily mileage requirement: TDY : 1 day per 400 miles. PCS : 1 day for the first 400 miles, then 1 day per 350 miles (if remainder ≥ 51 miles, add 1 day). For example, a 1,000-mile PCS trip = 2 days (400 mi + 600 mi ÷ 350 = 1 day, remainder 250 ≥ 51, so +1 day). Actual travel days may vary based on your orders, traffic, weather, and safety considerations (JTR, par. 020210).

Q: Can I Claim Mileage Reimbursement for Two Vehicles During PCS?

Yes! Per the JTR (050205) , you can claim MALT for up to two POVs during a PCS move. For example, if you and your spouse each drive 500 miles, you’d get $210 ($0.21/mile × 500 × 2). Use our calculator to estimate for multiple vehicles.

Q: Can I Get Reimbursed for Local Travel at My PDS or TDY Location?

Yes, you can be reimbursed for local travel when conducting official business at your Permanent Duty Station (PDS) or TDY location. Reimbursement is based on odometer readings for miles driven. However, this calculator focuses on PCS and TDY travel between locations. For local travel rules, see the JTR, Section 0206 .

Q: What If My PCS Includes TDY En Route?

If your PCS includes TDY en route , all POV travel (from old PDS to TDY location, between TDY locations, and to the new PDS) is reimbursed at the MALT rate ($0.21/mile in 2025). Enter these miles in the “PCS Travel Miles (MALT)” section of the calculator, not the TDY section. Distances are based on the Defense Table of Official Distances .

Question 1

What is MALT in Military Travel?

Accepted Answer

MALT stands for Monetary Allowance in Lieu of Transportation. It’s a reimbursement for military members traveling by privately owned vehicle (POV) during PCS or TDY. The rate varies by travel type: $0.21/mile for PCS (2025) and up to $0.70/mile for TDY (car). If your PCS includes TDY en route, the MALT rate ($0.21/mile) applies to all POV travel segments. Learn more in the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).

Question 2

How do I calculate my PCS mileage reimbursement?

Accepted Answer

Use our MALT Calculator above! Enter your PCS travel miles, and the calculator will estimate your reimbursement at $0.21/mile (2025 rate). For example, driving 1,000 miles yields $210. You can claim up to two POVs per the DTMO guidelines. After your trip, submit a travel voucher to get paid.

Question 3

What Are the TDY Mileage Rates for 2025?

Accepted Answer

For TDY travel in 2025, rates are:

Car: $0.70/mile
Motorcycle: $0.68/mile
These rates apply to POV travel when authorized, typically for trips of 800 miles round trip or less without a cost comparison (per JTR, par. 020210). Rates are set by the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO). Use our calculator to estimate your reimbursement.

Question 4

How Are Travel Days Calculated for PCS and TDY?

Accepted Answer

Travel days are estimated based on DoD guidelines, but there’s no fixed daily mileage requirement:

TDY: 1 day per 400 miles.
PCS: 1 day for the first 400 miles, then 1 day per 350 miles (if remainder ≥ 51 miles, add 1 day).
For example, a 1,000-mile PCS trip = 2 days (400 mi + 600 mi ÷ 350 = 1 day, remainder 250 ≥ 51, so +1 day). Actual travel days may vary based on your orders, traffic, weather, and safety considerations (JTR, par. 020210).

Question 5

Can I Claim Mileage Reimbursement for Two Vehicles During PCS?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Per the JTR (050205), you can claim MALT for up to two POVs during a PCS move. For example, if you and your spouse each drive 500 miles, you’d get $210 ($0.21/mile × 500 × 2). Use our calculator to estimate for multiple vehicles.

Question 6

How Do I Submit My Mileage Reimbursement for PCS or TDY?

Accepted Answer

fter your trip, submit a travel voucher through the Defense Travel System (DTS) or your local finance office. You’ll need:

Travel orders (DD Form 1610 for TDY, PCS orders).
POV mileage log (odometer readings or route map).
Receipts for any related expenses (e.g., tolls, if applicable).
Check with your unit’s travel office for specific requirements.

Question 7

Can I Get Reimbursed for Local Travel at My PDS or TDY Location?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can be reimbursed for local travel when conducting official business at your Permanent Duty Station (PDS) or TDY location. Reimbursement is based on odometer readings for miles driven. However, this calculator focuses on PCS and TDY travel between locations. For local travel rules, see the JTR, Section 0206.

Question 8

What If My PCS Includes TDY En Route?

Accepted Answer

If your PCS includes TDY en route, all POV travel (from old PDS to TDY location, between TDY locations, and to the new PDS) is reimbursed at the MALT rate ($0.21/mile in 2025). Enter these miles in the “PCS Travel Miles (MALT)” section of the calculator, not the TDY section. Distances are based on the Defense Table of Official Distances.

Question 9

Can I Get Mileage Reimbursement for POV Pick-Up or Delivery?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if POV pick-up or delivery is separate from PCS travel (e.g., to/from a vehicle processing center), you can claim mileage reimbursement. Service members receive the automobile rate ($0.21/mile in 2025) for one round trip between the PDS and the processing center. Civilian employees receive a one-way allowance. This calculator doesn’t cover this scenario—see the JTR for details.

Question 10

How Do I Convert Kilometers or Nautical Miles to Miles?

Accepted Answer

For international travel (e.g., OCONUS PCS), distances may be in kilometers or nautical miles. Convert them to miles for the calculator:

Kilometers to Miles: Multiply by 0.62 (e.g., 100 km × 0.62 = 62 miles).
Nautical Miles to Miles: Multiply by 1.15078 (e.g., 100 nautical miles × 1.15078 = 115 miles).
Use these conversions to enter accurate miles in the calculator.

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