Moving Allowance (Relocation)

Moving allowance can be included in the offer letter and processed through payroll as part of the recruitment/onboarding process. When moving expenses are not included in the offer letter, follow the Moving Allowance Business process. Review the following helpful resources: 

• Policy on Moving Allowances for Faculty and A/P Staff 
• Publication 521 outlines the taxability of moving allowances and reimbursements. 
• Moving Allowance/Reimbursement Payments to Employees Process  
• Moving Allowance Tax Withholding Calculator for ZV60 Process 
• Business offices can contact Procurement if laboratory supplies or equipment is included in the moving allowance. If the candidate elects to take advantage of a discount moving agreement, normal purchasing procedures will be followed. Visit the Moving Quote webpage provided by Procurement Services to review moving quotes. 
• The Moving Calculator can be used to estimate costs.