Identity
Full traveler name, employee ID, job title, department, and contact information to uniquely identify who is traveling.
A Travel Authorization Request provides an auditable approval trail, clarifies budget responsibility, and reduces last-minute denials by confirming approvals before travel begins.
Clear role definitions help speed processing and ensure the right approvals are recorded before travel begins.
Full traveler name, employee ID, job title, department, and contact information to uniquely identify who is traveling.
Clear itinerary with departure/return dates, destinations, purpose, and event or meeting names to show necessity.
Itemized estimated expenses (airfare, lodging, meals, ground transport, incidentals) and total estimated cost for budget review.
Cite the controlling travel policy, per‑diem rules, and any exceptions requested to support approval.
Designated approval fields for manager, cost center owner, and finance indicating authority and funding source.
Supporting evidence such as conference registration, invitation letters, vendor quotes, or visa requirements.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Requester Role | Allow delegate submissions with requester identity field |
| Approval Order | Manager → Cost Center → Finance |
| Authentication | Email link or SMS code for signer verification |
| Attachments | Require PDFs for agendas and quotes |
Proper platform setup reduces signer friction, preserves evidentiary metadata, and centralizes records for audits.
Typically 10–30 days before travel for standard approvals
Allow 24–72 hours if approvers are available
Travel advances processed in 3–7 business days
Book airfare early to control costs once authorization is signed
File reimbursement within policy timeframe to avoid denied claims
Traveler submits form with attachments for review.
Supervisor verifies purpose and budget before signing.
Finance authorizes funding or travel advance.
Signed authorization is archived per retention policy.
Complete all fields and gather ID before meeting notary.
Book an in-person or RON session according to state law.
Provide government‑issued ID and secondary verification where needed.
Arrange witness attendance if state law requires them.
Notary completes certificate and signs as required.
Store notary journal entry and audio‑video if RON was used.
Scan or attach notary pages to the authorization record.
Confirm notarization meets all jurisdictional rules.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes (tiered) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Varies |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
A field salesperson submits a request with client meeting details and estimated costs
An employee requests conference attendance with agenda and budget