Get Ds-240 2010-2025

The DS-240 is an essential form for calculating foreign transfer allowances for employees transitioning to a new post. This guide provides a detailed, step-by-step approach to filling out the DS-240 online, ensuring that users have all the necessary information at their fingertips.

Follow the steps to effectively complete the DS-240 online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in the online editor.
2. Begin by entering your name in the format of Last, First, M.I. in the designated field.
3. Provide the name of your agency in the specified field.
4. For the miscellaneous expense portion, select either the flat rate option, which does not require receipts, or choose to itemize your expenses, which requires receipts. If using the flat rate, enter $500 for employees without family or $1,000 for those with family. If itemizing, ensure that your amounts are less than or equal to the specified limits based on your salary.
5. In the wardrobe expense portion, indicate whether you are transferring without family or with family members. Input the relevant information based on your family size and the transfer zone.
6. Complete the predeparture subsistence expense portion by filling out the table with the required information. Include details on lodging, meal, laundry, and dry cleaning expenses as per the guidelines provided.
7. For the lease penalty expense portion, calculate the lesser between the penalty per lease terms or three months' rent and input the amount.
8. Ensure you provide any remarks in the remarks section if necessary.
9. Read and check the employee statement, then sign and date the form in the designated areas.
10. After filling out the form, users can save changes, download, print, or share the completed DS-240.

Complete your DS-240 form online today and ensure all required sections are accurately filled out.