Travel Authorization

RTAs are required:
All Requests to travel can be requested via this link.

Prior approval for all business travel is required for absences of employees from the campus or other designated headquarters for periods of half a day or more during the normal working period, whether or not there is a cost to the University.

Written approval must be obtained from direct supervisor and a Travel Authorization Request (RTA) must be approved 30 before the travel date. All travel requests must be routed to the supervisor for approval. Special approval will be required for Washington, D.C. and foreign travel. 

Required Information Includes:

• Traveler’s name
• Destination
• Dates of travel
• Purpose
• Benefit to UT
• Disposition of duties
• Account number (if cost to UT) – please check with your program coordinator.