§ 302-16.7 May I claim an amount in excess of that prescribed in this part?

Yes, you may claim an amount in excess of that prescribed in § 302-16.6 if authorized by your agency; and

(a) Supported by acceptable statements of fact, paid bills or other acceptable evidence (documentation) justifying the amounts claimed; and

(b) The aggregate amount does not exceed your basic gross pay (at the time you reported for duty, at your new official station) for:

(1) One week if you are relocating without immediate family; or

(2) Two weeks if you are relocating with immediate family.

(c) The amount authorized cannot exceed the maximum rate of grade GS-13, Step 10 General Schedule (base) salary (excluding locality pay) (see 5 U.S.C. 5332) at the time you reported for duty at your new official station.


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