Types
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# Types
Here you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about types.
How to Activate and Register Allowance for Long-Distance Transport Drivers?
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# How to Activate and Register Allowance for Long-Distance Transport Drivers?
## What is the support for long-distance transport drivers?
The function provides support for registering daily allowance for long-distance drivers, both in Norway and abroad. It follows specific rules for calculating daily allowance per 24-hour period, and no meal deductions or night allowances are calculated.
### Does the function need to be activated?
Yes. The function is disabled by default and must be manually activated by an administrator.
### How do administrator activate the daily allowance types for long-distance drivers?
**How to activate the types:**
- Go to Settings \ Daily allowance type
- Select Inactive
**Active:**
- Domestic – Long-Distance Driver
- Abroad – Long-Distance Driver
When activating a type, you must also enter a pay code number under Payroll / Bookkeeping.
### Do both domestic and Abroad need to be activated?
Yes. The types are not synchronized, so both types must be active for the function to work properly.
### What allowance rate is used for long-distance drivers?
The system supports a tax-free rate per day. It is also possible to configure company rates.
### Where do I enter the company rate?
- Company rates are entered for the allowance type Domestic – Long distance transport drivers.
- If a company rate is used, it automatically applies to both domestic and Abroad.
### How does a user register an allowance as a long-distance driver?
Once the feature is enabled, the user can:
- Create an allowance registration.
- Select **Long distance transport drivers** from the allowance type dropdown list.
- The system will then apply the rules for long-distance transport.
### How is the allowance calculated?
- Allowance is only calculated for entire 24-hour periods.
- Example: A trip lasting 32 hours qualifies for 1 day allowance.
### Is meal deduction calculated?
No. Meal deduction does not apply to the allowance type for long-distance drivers.
### Is night allowance calculated?
No. Night allowance does not apply to the allowance type for long-distance drivers.