Indiana Per Diem Allowance

Calculate Indiana’s per diem rate based on GSA guidelines to simplify your business travels.

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As the "Crossroads of America," Indiana is a vital hub for logistics, manufacturing, and life sciences, hosting a steady flow of business travelers to its capital city, Indianapolis, and beyond. For organizations with employees traveling within the Hoosier State, a clear understanding of per diem rates is essential for managing expenses. 

Per diem, a daily allowance for lodging, meals, and incidentals, offers a streamlined approach to reimbursement. This guide provides a comprehensive look at the per diem rates for Indiana, important state laws for employers, and how to automate the entire process for compliance and efficiency.

Indiana Per Diem Rates

Per diem rates for official travel in Indiana are set by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). These federal rates are mandatory for federal employees and serve as a common benchmark for private sector companies. Unlike many other states, Indiana has very few Non-Standard Areas (NSAs), with most of the state falling under the standard U.S. rate.

For Fiscal Year 2025 (October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025), key rates are broken down as follows:

Major Metro Areas 

The state's primary business and government center has its own designated NSA rate.

  • Indianapolis (Marion & Hamilton Counties):
    • M&IE: $80 per day
    • Lodging: A flat rate of $133 per night.
    • The first and last day of travel M&IE rate is $60.00.

Standard CONUS Rate 

For the vast majority of counties in Indiana not specifically listed by the GSA, the standard CONUS rate applies. For FY 2025, this rate is $178 ($110 for lodging and $68 for M&IE). This uniformity simplifies expense planning for travel outside of the Indianapolis metro area.

Indiana Per Diem Rate Calculator

To find the precise per diem allowance for your trip anywhere in Indiana, our calculator provides instant, accurate results based on the official GSA schedule.

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Indiana GSA Lodging Rates

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Some Important Indiana Per Diem Laws

For private employers, the legal framework in Indiana regarding expense reimbursement is guided primarily by the employer's own policies and federal law.

  • No State Law Mandating Expense Reimbursement: Indiana law does not require private employers to reimburse employees for business-related travel expenses. The decision to pay a per diem or reimburse actual costs is based entirely on the employer's internal policy or employment agreement.
  • Company Policy is Key: While not mandated by law, if an employer establishes a policy to reimburse expenses, that policy creates a binding contract. An employee could sue for breach of contract if the employer fails to follow its own written rules.
  • Federal Minimum Wage Applies: Indiana's state minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, which is the same as the federal rate.
  • Federal FLSA Protections: The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) provides the primary legal protection for employees. This law ensures that required business expenses paid by an employee do not cause their effective hourly pay to fall below the $7.25 per hour minimum wage.
  • Wage Deductions: Indiana law limits the types of deductions an employer can make from an employee's wages, generally requiring written authorization for any deduction that is not required by law.

Indiana Per Diem Laws vs Federal Law

The per diem framework for a private company employee in Indiana is fundamentally different from the GSA system that governs federal employees.

Primary Applicability

  • Federal Law (GSA): Mandatory for all U.S. federal government employees on official business in Indiana.
  • Indiana Law: State law does not set per diem rules for private employers. The primary legal considerations are the employer's own policies and the federal FLSA minimum wage protection.

Rate Setting and Usage

  • Federal Law (GSA): The GSA sets specific, non-negotiable per diem rates for locations like Indianapolis that federal agencies must use.
  • Indiana Law: The state does not set or regulate per diem rates. Private companies have the flexibility to design their own travel reimbursement policies. Using GSA rates is a common business practice for fairness but is not a legal requirement.

Legal Focus

  • Federal Law (GSA): Aims to create a uniform, cost-controlled system for all government travel.
  • Indiana Law: Relies on employment agreements and federal law. If a company promises reimbursement, it is expected to adhere to its policy.

How Fyle Can Automate Per Diem and Expense Tracking

Managing travel expenses for a key logistics state like Indiana requires a system that is simple, efficient, and compliant with your company's policies. Fyle’s intelligent expense management platform is designed to handle this with ease, whether your employees are visiting Indianapolis or traveling across the many standard-rate counties.

Fyle helps you master Indiana per diem and expense tracking:

  • Automated and Accurate Rate Application: Fyle automatically applies the correct GSA per diem rates for any destination in Indiana. It instantly distinguishes between the Indianapolis NSA and the standard CONUS rate, eliminating manual work and errors.
  • Enforce Your Company’s Policy: Since your internal policy is the binding standard in Indiana, consistent enforcement is crucial. Fyle allows you to build your specific rules directly into the workflow, automatically flagging any submissions that are out of policy.
  • Real-Time Expense Capture: Empower your employees to report expenses on the go. A quick photo of a receipt from Fyle’s mobile app or a forwarded email is all it takes to create an expense entry, eliminating post-trip administrative work.
  • Proactive Compliance Engine: Fyle’s platform checks every expense against your policies before it gets submitted. This saves your finance team countless hours of manual review and ensures every expense report is accurate from the start.
  • IRS-Compliant Mileage Tracking: For employees driving the "Crossroads of America," Fyle’s Google Maps-powered mileage tracker provides an easy and accurate way to log trips for reimbursement.
  • Direct Accounting Integration: Fyle syncs seamlessly with all major accounting software, including NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero, and Sage Intacct. All approved per diem and travel data flows directly into your general ledger, saving time and ensuring financial accuracy.

With Fyle, you can confidently manage your Indiana travel expense process, ensuring you meet your policy obligations while providing a modern, hassle-free experience for your employees.

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The content on this page is for informational use. As legal standards and per diem rates are subject to change, users should verify current details with official GSA or government resources. This information does not serve as financial or legal counsel.