If you have a specific question about per diems or need further information, please contact a business representative at your SAG-AFTRA local office.
Per Diem and Accommodations:
On overnight locations, in addition to lodging, the Producer will provide a per diem meal allowance to be paid prior to the day or week of work. The minimum per diem amounts are as follows and only applicable if meals are not provided by the Producer.
Breakfast: $12.00
Lunch: $18.00
Dinner: $30.00
Note: Regardless of the time of call the first major meal served may only be deducted at the lunch rate.
When on an overnight location for two weeks or more, a check cashing facility must be made available if the per diem amount is paid by check.
Transportation:
When a performer is required to fly at the request of the Producer, all flights shall be business class when available and, if not available, first class. However, coach class* air travel is acceptable in the following circumstances:
• For domestic flights that are less than 1,000 air miles when the flight is non-stop;
• For non-stop flights between LA and Vancouver;
• For non-stop flights that are less than 1,000 miles between the US and Vancouver or between the US and Toronto;
• If a substantial number of the company is being transported;
• If 6 or more performers travel together in the same class on the same flight; or
• For auditions and interviews.
*Producer must provide elevated coach class (e.g., Economy Plus, extended leg room, etc.) when available. Performers who travel by coach class shall be reimbursed by Producer for baggage fees and costs of in-flight meals provided performer submits receipts and request for reimbursement within 30 days after the flight.
Please note there are exceptions to transportation rules under the SAG-AFTRA Low Budget theatrical agreements. Contact a business representative for further information on the Low Budget terms.