Travel Card

University Travel Card (T-Card)

The Travel Card (T-Card) is a university credit card used by eligible employees for certain business travel expenses.  A cardholder must obtain legible receipts for all T-Card charges regardless of amount.  Charges are exempt from Florida sales tax, when necessary, provide a copy of the university's Sales Tax Exemption Certificate located in Travel forms here. Misuse of the T-Card may result in card suspension, cancellation, or employee termination, depending on the severity of the violation.

Always carry another means of payment when using the T-Card in case it declines due to card limits or merchant issues. To report a lost or stolen card, contact JP Morgan using the number on the back of the T-Card. In addition, please notify Travel Card Services at travel@fsu.edu.

 

Travel Card Limits

Standard Limits

Per Transaction

$3,000

Per Day

$4,000

Increased Limits*

Per Transaction

Temporary or permanent, as determined by necessity

Per Day

Temporary or permanent, as determined by necessity

*Requires Dean, Director, Department Head, or Chair (DDDHC) written approval. Email to travel@fsu.edu.

 

Allowable Business Expenses

  • Abstract Fees
  • Air Travel
  • Car Rental
  • Checked/Excess Baggage Fees
  • Conference Registration Fee (In-Person/Virtual)
  • Gasoline (Rental or University Vehicle)
  • Internet Service
  • Lodging
  • Membership Fee - Must include Membership Justification form and Certification of Payment with Public Funds form
  • Parking
  • Taxi and Taxi Tips (up to 20%)
  • Telephone Calls
  • Training/Continuing Education (In-Person/Virtual)
  • Travel Agency Fee

T-Card Manual

The T-Card Manual details the T-Card program, including information on eligibility requirements, processing information, and a list of allowable and unallowable items that may be charged to the card.

How to Request a Travel Card (Order of Operations)
To ensure timely processing, applicants must complete the following steps in order:

  1. Review T-Card Manual
    Familiarize yourself with policies, allowable expenses, and responsibilities. 
  2. Complete Required Online Training- Travel Card Training (BTTE04)
    Training ensures proper use and compliance with university guidelines. To request training enrollment: HR Self Service> Learning & Development>Request Training Enrollment> Enter Course Name Travel Card Training 
  3. Pass Quiz (Score ≥ 80%)
    Demonstrates understanding of T-Card policies and procedures. 
  4. Submit Travel Card Application - LINK
    Complete and submit the application after training and quiz requirements are met. 
  5. Dean/Director/Department Approval
    Application must be approved by the appropriate Dean, Director, Department Head, or Chair (DDDHC). (OMNI Financials Query:  FSU_CF_DEPT_ALL_DESIGNATIONS).
    Notify your Dean, Director, Department Head, or Chair (DDDHC) that they will receive an email from JP Morgan (no.replies@paymentnet.jpmorgan.com) requesting their electronic approval.
  6. Card Processing & Issuance via Mail
    Once all requirements are met, the application will be processed and the card ordered. Travel cards will be mailed to the address provided by the applicant. 
    Note: The billing address associated with the card is the address where the card was mailed. For most cardholders, this is their home address. If you need to change your mailing address, notify travel@fsu.edu. When making purchases online, the billing address is used as a security verification. This address is not used for billing of the card charges, which are still handled centrally by the Controller’s Office.

Note: Applications will not be processed until all required steps are completed.

Billing Address

The billing address associated with the card is the address where the card was mailed.

Cardholders

Updated 10/27/26