In DTS, who is responsible for filing a travel voucher?

In the Defense Travel System (DTS), the traveler is responsible for filing a travel voucher. This responsibility is important because the travel voucher is a formal request for reimbursement of expenses incurred during official travel. The traveler must accurately report all travel-related expenses, including transportation, lodging, meals, and other authorized costs.

Filing the travel voucher is a critical step in ensuring that the traveler receives the appropriate reimbursement in a timely manner. Travelers are expected to input their actual expenses into DTS and ensure that all supporting documentation is attached, which can include receipts and travel itineraries. Once submitted, the voucher goes through the necessary review and approval process before reimbursement is processed.

Understanding this responsibility helps travelers manage their travel finances effectively and ensures compliance with military travel policies. The other roles mentioned, such as the Approving Official and the Chief Travel Officer, play supportive and oversight roles in the travel process, but they are not the ones who file the travel vouchers.