Policies and Procedures

For a full list of official University policies related to finance, visit the Financial Policy Office website.

Financial Systems Access

This policy establishes under what circumstances individuals can access University-wide financial systems.

Honoraria and Reimbursements for Foreign Nationals

This policy outlines the circumstances in which the University can provide compensation to or pay for the travel expenses of guest speakers who are foreign nationals, and describes the associated tax implications.

Record Retention Guidelines

Records Management Services has developed University-approved policies on retaining and disposing of records to enable offices to make informed decisions about their records.

Travel Policy

This policy establishes how Harvard University will reimburse individuals for travel expenses incurred conducting University business. Includes appendices for transportation, lodging, meals, entertainment, and combined personal and business travel.