The Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance is a non-taxable supplement for employees traveling to/from an overseas duty location on official travel orders and authorized Living Quarters Allowance. This allowance covers expenses for lodging, meals, laundry and dry cleaning not to exceed maximum allowance. TQSA is granted for up to 90 days (in 30 day increments) after your arrival at the overseas duty station. You may request an advance of these funds or reimbursement of expenses.
The per-diem rates can be found here.
You can make whatever hotel or home lodging arrangements that best suit you and your situation. Recent new arrivals have stayed at these locations:
Please consider the location of your temporary lodging in relation to your work location. Rental car and public transportation costs are not included in TQSA.