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  • are for larger expenses that are not expected to come from your monthly salary.
  • may be related to your ministry, but are considered personal (and taxable) by the IRS.
  • are lump-sum amounts for a specified purpose, but do not require receipts.
  • do not replace the responsibility to budget and save.

Types of Allowances

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titleSettling-In
  • Generally 2 months of salary received on the 15th of the month before launching overseas
  • Covers expenses such as apartment deposits, house furnishing, appliances, etc
  • A second settling-in allowances may be submitted during the first year if needed


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titleMoving
  • If you move locations during your overseas assignment.
  • Covers expenses such as apartment deposits, moving company fees, new furnishings, etc.


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titleHardship
  • Large one-time needs that are not included in your monthly salary
  • Expense must be at least $500*
  • Ex : Medical Deductible on a furlough year
  • Ex : Local taxes paid annually in your host country**
  • Ex : School fees for kids paid annually or bi-annually**
  • Ex : If your visa requires a large amount of balance in your bank account.

*The provision for savings in your salary should be sufficient to cover expenses lower than $500. If this is not the case, please reach out about your current support goal.

**If these an expense is already included in your monthly salary, you may request a salary advance to make a large up-front payment.


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titleVehicle
  • For purchasing a motor vehicle in your country of service, including a car or moped.
  • If you own a vehicle overseas, you will be required to carry minimum liability coverage.


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titleRe-entry
  • For workers returning to the US permanently
  • A month salary for every year on the field.
  • Covers expenses related to settling back in the US

Form Instructions

Here is a step-by-step guide to answer FAQs about the fields on the form. Each dropdown corresponds to a section on the form.

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