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Travel and Expense
Policy
Effective Date
June 27, 2016
Document Summary
Title:
Policy Owner:
Effective Date:
Supersedes:
Approved By:
Policy Level:
III
Table of Contents
1
PURPOSE .......................................................................................................................... 4
SCOPE ............................................................................................................................... 4
3.1
3.2
3.2.1
3.2.2
India......................................................................................................................... 5
3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.4
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.5
3.5.1
Reservations ......................................................................................................... 10
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.5.4
3.6
3.6.1
3.6.2
3.6.3
3.6.4
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3.6.6
3.6.7
3.7
Hotel ............................................................................................................................. 15
3.7.1
3.7.2
3.7.3
3.7.4
3.7.5
Cancellations ......................................................................................................... 16
3.7.6
3.8
Tipping .......................................................................................................................... 16
3.9
3.13.2
3.13.3
3.13.4
3.13.5
Preparation ............................................................................................................ 19
3.14.2
In-country .............................................................................................................. 20
3.15.2
3.15.3
3.16.2
3.16.3
3.16.4
3.16.5
Supplies ................................................................................................................. 23
3.16.6
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Overview ............................................................................................................... 23
3.17.2
Timing .................................................................................................................... 23
3.17.3
3.17.4
Documentation ...................................................................................................... 24
3.17.5
3.17.6
GLOSSARY ..................................................................................................................... 25
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1 PURPOSE
This document covers rules, procedures, and guideline tips for domestic and international
business travel (travel up to 30 calendar days) and business expenses incurred by individual
employees. The objective of the information is to:
Questions not addressed by this document should be directed to the employees immediate
manager.
2 SCOPE
In Scope
This policy covers the practices of Encore Capital Group, Inc. and its wholly owned
subsidiaries (Encore).
Out of Scope
Business travel and relocation greater than 30 days in duration are covered by
Encores global mobility policies.
Expenses incurred by departments and paid directly by Encore (e.g., office supplies,
event sponsorship, or service fees).
Policy Statement
It is the responsibility of employees who incur and approve expenditures to read,
understand, and ensure compliance with these policies and procedures. Employees
should exercise sound business judgment when incurring expenses and keep
expenses to a minimum, while conducting business effectively and safely. The
approving manager is responsible for reviewing expense reports for compliance.
Employees who do not comply with this policy may be subject to:
Employees should pay for and request reimbursement only for their own expenses,
except in the cases of a group meal, or an expense that the employee is unable to
charge to his/her credit card.
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Expenses must have a clear business purpose and be directly related to goals
of the organization
3.2
Travel Authorization
Authorization is required prior to making travel arrangements.
3.2.1
3.2.2
India
Obtain approval on Travel Authorization Form from department/function
head (Director or above) & budget approval from Finance team.
Submit completed and approved Travel Authorization Form to Finance or
e-mail it to payroll-india@mcmcg.com (form can be obtained from Finance
or accessed online).
Unbudgeted travel to be approved by India Chief Operating Officer.
3.3
Family Emergency
In case of a family emergency when traveling, the employee is required to
contact his/her Manager (re: family death or accident) and the Travel
Management Company to change his/her flight. If this is not possible and a
new ticket must be issued, the company will reimburse the employee for
100% of the cost of the ticket.
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India Employees
Employees need to work with their Executive Assistants to book airfare,
lodging, and rail transportation arrangements.
3.4
Payment Methods
3.4.1
Credit Cards
The use of a personal credit card for business travel expenses is permitted.
A corporate issued credit card is available as an optional alternative method
of payment for employees (U.S. only) who incur business expenses on a
regular basis. This card functions the same as a personal credit card.
Employees who are not able to charge expenses to a credit card should ask
their manager about options for handling charges. India employees, see
Travel Advance & Foreign Exchange section.
It is advisable to contact the credit card company prior to travel (particularly
international travel) in order to avoid the card being blocked due to activity in
an unexpected location.
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3.4.3
Foreign Exchange
Exchange fees on cash are reimbursable. It is recommended that travelers
contact their bank and credit card companies ahead of travel to confirm
services and fees in the travel country.
The least expensive way to obtain cash is by using a bank Visa or
MasterCard debit card in an ATM because Visa and MasterCard give the
official exchange rate. Employees should be cautious about using ATMs at
night or in run-down areas.
Country Currency Information
Country
Currency
Tips
Colombia
C.R.
India
Peru
Internal Use Only
Peso
Colon
Rupee
Nuevo Sol
Bancolombia -- 400,000/transaction.
Davivienda -- 720,000/transaction.
Citibank 800,000/transaction.
Country
U.K.
U.S.
3.5
Currency
Pound
Dollar
Tips
Air Travel
Domestic and international commercial flights are reimbursable, in accordance with
the below guidelines. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis at the
discretion of the employees department management (VP+). Exceptions need to be
documented and remitted with the reimbursement request.
For India employees, the authorized mode of travel will depend upon the travel
distance and level of the employee.
Reimbursable Flight Class Eligibility
Total Flight Length
Flight Class
Titles Eligible
< 6 hours
Economy
All
> 6 hours
Economy
Up to M3 level
EVP +
Any
Eligibility
Up to M3 Level
Economy Air
Economy Air
All Levels
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3.5.1
Reservations
Ticket Fares
When purchasing tickets, the lowest available fare should be selected. Nonrefundable tickets generally represent the lowest fare offered and usually
require an advance purchase. Encore requires at least 30 days advanced
purchase for international flights, and at least 14 days advanced purchase for
domestic flights. Flights booked outside of these requirements will require
the employees manager approval prior to booking:
In-flight purchases
Encore will reimburse for meals as well as internet service for business use.
Charges such as in-flight entertainment and gifts are not reimbursable.
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3.5.4
3.6
Ground Transportation
Ground transportation such as personal and rental vehicles, taxis and shuttles, and
public transportation are reimbursable. Luxury services, such as limousines, are only
reimbursable with verbal approval from the employees department VP+.
3.6.1
Best Practices
Employees should select the most economical mode of transportation. Other
factors that may be considered include personal safety, lack of reliability of or
familiarity with local transportation, and the demands of extensive traveling.
Carpooling is strongly encouraged when two (2) or more employees are
traveling together.
3.6.2
Personal Vehicles
Insurance
Employees must have current personal automobile insurance when driving a
personal vehicle on company business. The employees personal automobile
insurance serves as the primary insurance coverage for personal vehicles
used for business purposes. Encore does maintain a separate automobile
policy, which would be secondary if any claim exceeded the employees
policy.
Mileage
Mileage incurred for business travel is reimbursable in accordance with the
table below. Reimbursement is limited to the mileage in excess of the usual
round-trip commuting to the office; the same applies to employees working
from home. Employees simply keep track of their own mileage in order to list
the miles on an expense report.
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3.6.3
C.R.
India
4 wheeler: Rs.8/km
2 wheeler: Rs.4/km
U.S.
Rental Vehicles
Rental car costs are reimbursable; however, authority to rent a vehicle/drive
while on business travel depends on country of origin and country of
destination.
Driving/Car Rental Authority
U.S.
Employee
India
Employee
C.R.
Employee
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
An employee choosing to rent a car while in C.R. should be familiar with the
accident procedures, as they are different from the U.S. (see Accidents
section).
Rental Requirements
All rental car companies require a major credit card and a valid drivers
license before releasing a rental car.
Preferred Agencies
Employees should book vehicles with the preferred agencies available
through the companys Travel Management Company.
Grade
Employees should choose the lowest reasonably priced mid-size car. Fullsize cars may be requested when needed for three (3) or more employees
(provide names of other employees on the expense report).
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Party
Rental Car
Agency
Department
Management
Employees
Personal Auto
Insurance Policy
Holder
Credit Card
Company
Human
Resources
3.6.4
Reporting Procedures
Name, badge number, and department of the
investigating police officer;
Time and location of the accident, estimated
speed of the vehicle(s), visibility, and traffic/road
and weather conditions;
Other drivers name, address, phone number,
drivers and car license numbers, registration,
and insurance information;
Name(s) and contact information of witness(es);
and
Description of damage to car and property and
extent of injuries, if any.
Submit a completed rental car accident form (usually
located in the glove box of the rental car), even if the
damage is not visible. Failure to fully complete the
accident form voids the loss damage waiver and other
protections.
Notify Department Management that an accident
occurred and which reports have been filed.
This will serve as the employees primary insurance.
Encores policy will only address claims that exceed
the employees policy.
This applies to the credit card used to make/pay for
the reservation. The corporate issued credit card
does include coverage, as may the employees
personal credit card company.
Injuries may further be covered by Encores workers
compensation plan.
Peru: Drivers do not expect tips; rates are negotiated ahead of time.
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Public Transportation
Public transportation is reimbursable, including buses, trolleys, subways,
trains, and ferries.
For domestic rail travel within India, employees can travel by AC II Rail or AC
Chair Car. See India flight eligibility requirements in the Air Travel section.
3.6.6
3.6.7
3.7
Hotel
3.7.1
Preferred Hotels
Travel in the U.S.
Hotel accommodations with preferred providers are available through the
companys Travel Management Company and are loaded into Concur.
Travel to India
Encore owns a guest house in Gurgaon; arrangements may be made to stay
there by the India Executive Assistants as an alternate to a hotel if the
employee chooses.
3.7.2
3.7.3
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Loyalty Programs
Employees are eligible to participate in loyalty programs at their own expense
and keep frequent user rewards. However, an employees participation with
a certain provider should not influence hotel selection if it results in increased
costs to Encore.
3.7.5
Cancellations
It is the responsibility of the employee to contact the hotel (or
individual/service that made the reservation) to make changes or
cancellations prior to the scheduled check-in.
3.7.6
Hotel parking
Internet access
Fitness facility
Room service meals
Laundry services (see Laundry section)
Bottled water
3.8
Tipping
Customary tipping is reimbursable. Refer to the table below for country custom and
maximum reimbursable amounts. These guidelines apply to the country in which the
expense occurs.
Customary Tipping Guide by Country
Country
Meals
C.R.
India
Taxi/Shuttle
Porter*
10%-15% of fare
$1-$2/bag
None*
$1-$2/bag
Finer: 10%-15% if no
service charge (propina)
*Employee may
choose to tip a
driver whose
services have been
used several times
Round up, up to
15% of fare
$1/bag
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Country
Meals
Taxi/Shuttle
Porter*
Peru
None
$1-$2/bag
U.K.
10%-15% of fare
2-3
U.S.
10%-15% of fare
$1-$2/bag
3.9
Mobile Phones
Employees are responsible for appropriate mobile phone set-up and use. Mobile
device expenses may be reimbursable. See the Mobile Device Policy for information
regarding company provided phones and Wi-Fi cards as well as security
requirements.
Domestic Use
There are three options that the employee should discuss with his/her manager
(Director or above) prior to incurring expenses:
Mobile Phone Options
Options
3.10
Usage
Request/Approval
Company Device
Regular
business use
Monthly Reimbursement
U.S.: USD $25/month
India: USD $20/week
Costa Rica: n/a
Regular
business use of
personal cell
Individual Use
Reimbursement
Infrequent
business use of
personal cell
3.11
Laundry
Necessary and reasonable pressing and laundry services are reimbursable for
employees traveling on business for greater than five (5) days.
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3.12
Business Services
Necessary business services while on travel are reimbursable, including:
3.13
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3.14
International Travel
This section provides information unique to international travel. Refer to the
remainder of the document for topics not fully covered in this section.
3.14.1 Preparation
Travel Orientation
The employee can schedule a meeting with the Global Mobility team to
review immigration requirements and other travel information.
Immigration Requirements
Employees are required to work with the Global Mobility team to gather
information on immigration requirements for the country of travel.
Passport: Passports should be in good condition (no damage) and valid for
at least six (6) months from the travel start date. Costs associated with
obtaining a valid passport are reimbursable.
Visa: Encore will assist employees in obtaining necessary visas. Costs
associated with obtaining visas are reimbursable.
Travel Insurance
All Employees traveling internationally from their home country: Employee
can print out and carry with him/her a Medical Benefits Abroad (MBA) card
which can be found here. The MBA card provides medical insurance for
all Encore employees for emergency care.
For employees traveling longer than six (6) months internationally (Longterm assignment): Please refer to the Global Mobility team for insurance
needs.
Travel Funds: Refer to Payment Methods.
Health & Safety
Immunizations: Encore encourages employees to ensure that they are
medically fit for business travel in the Host Country by speaking with a
physician ahead of time about recommended precautions and immunizations.
Some countries require foreign visitors to carry an International Certificate of
Vaccination (Yellow Card), even if only transferring flights in those
countries. When applying for a visa to a specific country, that country will
indicate which immunizations (if any) are required. Doctor appointments
should be set as early as possible, as some immunizations need to be taken
in advance of travel.
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Employees should contact their cell phone provider prior to travel to activate
international roaming and to ask how to place international calls while abroad.
See Cell Phone section regarding cell phone reimbursement options.
3.14.2 In-country
Personal Safety and Security
Encore will not authorize travel to areas that are restricted or inadvisable due
to political or economic disturbances. Even in countries for which no travel
advisory has been issued, employees should have a heightened level of
safety sense and awareness. If emergencies arise, or employees feel that
their safety may be threatened, seek immediate assistance from local
services or authorities (e.g., consulates, police stations).
Office Security
Employees should familiarize themselves with the office security procedures
of the Host Country and must take their Company ID badge with them. This
information can be discussed with the Host Country Manager.
Domestic Transportation
Employees are encouraged to use the most economical mode of transport for
airport transfers and local travel (see Ground Transportation section for
additional reimbursement information). While cost containment must be a
primary concern, lack of familiarity or security concerns at the destination
may influence a transportation decision. All travelers should seek guidance
Internal Use Only
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3.15
Gift Giving
Encore recognizes that the practice of exchanging small gifts or business
entertainment (e.g., meals, tickets to the theater or a sporting event) can play an
important role in strengthening relationships between business associates and
recognizing achievements. Encore permits and reimburses for these types of
exchanges for legitimate business purposes.
3.15.1 Gifts and Entertainment - Standards
In addition to complying with guidelines outlined in this document, employees
are expected to exercise good judgment and should talk to their supervisor
when in doubt as to whether an event, location, or expenditure is appropriate.
Also see Anti-corruption Policy and Standards of Business Conduct.
A gift or entertainment offer may be appropriate if it:
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U.S. Only
Cash equivalent gifts (i.e., gift cards, gift certificates) given to an employee
must be reported to Payroll, regardless of the dollar amount. Items over U.S.
$25.00 will be reported by Payroll as ordinary income for income tax
purposes.
3.15.3 Giving To Third Parties
All gifts and entertainment offers to a third party must have prior approval of
the department head. Expense limits:
Gifts exceeding this value require approval by the givers firstand second-level reporting managers
3.16
Other Expenses
3.16.1 Employee Relations and Team Building Events
Employee relations and team building expenses are reimbursable, and are
subject to the Gifts and Entertainment - Standards.
3.16.2 Conferences, Seminars, and External Training
Conferences, seminars, and external training are budgeted annually for
employees. Employees should obtain verbal approval from their manager in
advance.
U.S. Only: Employees should plan payment in advance via check request
submitted to Accounts Payable instead of paying directly and seeking
reimbursement. Employees should only pay directly for these expenses
where payment must be immediate or requires a credit card.
3.16.3 Individual Membership Dues
Encore recognizes the importance of membership in professional
organizations; and in some cases, membership may be necessary for
attendance to required conferences. Employees should only pay for
memberships directly where payment must be made by credit card. Such
memberships are reimbursable and should be verbally approved by the
employees manager in advance.
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Required Approver
Up to VP
SVP+
CEO
CEO
EVP
3.17
Employees should not wait for a credit card bill to report expenses
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India Employees Only: Failure to submit a report for use of advanced funds
within the stipulated time may lead to deduction of salary, unless the delay is
properly explained by the employee and authorized by the department head.
Reimbursement
The employee should receive an e-mail confirmation that the report has been
successfully submitted (U.S. and C.R.) and another to confirm that a
reimbursement has been issued. Approved reimbursements are issued at
the next scheduled check run, which occurs twice weekly.
Employees who have questions about the status of a reimbursement, or will
no longer be employed by Encore and have an outstanding reimbursement,
should contact Accounts Payable (U.S. and C.R.) or Payroll (India) to confirm
payment arrangements.
3.17.3 Electronic Expense Report Forms
U.S. and C.R.
Access
Instructions
Submitting
Documents
Missing Document
India
Access
Instructions
Submitting
Documents
Missing
Document
3.17.4 Documentation
The report must be submitted with all required support documents to be
processed. All expenses >$25 are to be supported by a credit card or
itemized receipt or, if missing, bank or service provider statements, or other
evidence, as appropriate. Mileage >100 is to be supported by a Google map
(or similar). The employee will be notified of insufficient documentation.
Internal Use Only
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Responsibilities
Executive Assistants
Finance/Payroll/Accounts
Payable
5 GLOSSARY
Term
Definition
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Link/Location
Anti-corruption Policy
Procurement of Goods
and Services Policy
Standards of Business
Conduct
7 REVISION LOG
Rev
0.1
Description of Changes
New (Encore Expense
Policy)
0.1
0.1
Midland Credit
Management India
Procedure for International
Travel Policy
Asset Acceptance Capital
Corp. Travel &
Entertainment Policy
0.1
Changed By
Glen Freter, V.P.,
Controller,
Accounting
Glen Freter, V.P.,
Controller,
Accounting
Rajiv Sharma
Approved By
Paul Grinberg,
E.V.P., Chief
Financial Officer
Paul Grinberg,
E.V.P., Chief
Financial Officer
Asset Acceptance
Capital Corp.
Accounting
Reid Simpson
Date
05/08/2007
05/09/2007
10/01/2008
08/01/2012
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0.3
0.4
09/26/2014
11/30/2015
06/27/2016
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Shoeshine
Toiletries or medicine
Car washes
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Contact Information
Travel Contacts:
U.S. and C.R. Employees: AMEX Travel via Concur
portal accessible though OKTA (includes preferred
hotel/rental car companies)
India Employees: Charu Verma
Charu.verma@mcmcg.com or
Puneet.nayyar@mcmcg.com
E-mail: immigration@encorecapital.com
Immigration
E-mail: immigration@encorecapital.com
Lost Documents
(International Travel)
Embassy Directories:
U.S. Employees: http://www.usembassy.gov/
India Employees:
http://www.immihelp.com/directory/indianconsulates.html
C.R. Employees: http://costarica.visahq.com/embassy/united-states/
Medical Assistance
Reimbursement
Technical and
Equipment Assistance
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Subject
Contact Information
Emergency
Medical Care
C.R.
Emergency
Medical Care
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Country
Situation
Resource
Clinica Biblica tel: (+506) 2257-5252
Hospital Cima tel: (+506) 2208-1000
Peru
Emergency
Call/Dial 1-0-0
Medical Care
Emergency
Call/Dial 1-1-7
Medical Care
Hospitals:
Clinica Anglo Americana tel: (+511) 616-8900
Alfredo Salizar 350, San Isidro, Lima
www.angloamerica.com.pe
Clinica San Pablo tel: (+511) 610-3222
Av. El Polo 789, Santiago de Surco, Lima
www.sanpablo.com.pe
Clinica San Felipe tel: (+511) 219-5000
Av. Gregorio Escobedo 650, Jesus Maria, Lima
www.clinicasanfelipe.com
U.K.
Emergency
Call/Dial 9-9-9
Medical Care
U.S.
Emergency
Call/Dial 9-1-1
Medical Care
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