(a) Specific authorization or prior approval is required for:
- (1) Use of reduced fares for group or charter arrangements;
- (2) Use of a foreign air carrier or foreign ship;
- (3) Payment of a reduced per diem;
- (4) Use of cash to pay for common carrier transportation;
- (5) Travel expenses related to emergency travel;
- (6) Acceptance of payment from a non-Federal source for travel expenses (see chapter 304 of this subtitle);
- (7) Travel expenses related to conference attendance;
- (8) Use of a Government aircraft;
- (9) Use of extra-fare train service;
- (10) Travel by ship; and
- (11) Use of a rental car.
- (b) Paragraphs (a)(1), (3), (6), and (7) of this section require a written or electronic advance authorization.