Is per diem only for working days?
Is per diem only for working days? Per Diem should be paid on a daily basis, seven days a week, and may be calculated for each day away from home on business, not just days worked. Per Diem should be a flat daily rate, which should NOT be tied to an individual's salary or number of hours worked.
When should per diem be paid?
Employees paid per diem receive pay by the day. This is usually the daily stipend given to employees who travel for work. It's also used when employees on short-term contracts are assigned a daily rate.