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Individual Tournament Expenses

Effective January 1, 2006, an amateur may receive expenses for individual competitions, provided that the reimbursement for the expenses is approved by and paid through the amateur's state or regional golf association. Expenses include the following:

  • Round Trip Transportation/Travel
  • Accommodation/Lodging
  • Meals/Refreshments
  • Entry Fee
  • Caddie/Cart Fees
  • Practice Range/Practice Round Fees

Amateurs wishing to have expenses reimbursed must:

  1. Submit a completed "Application for Reimbursement of Tournament Expenses" after participation in the competition.
  2. Submit a completed "Application to Donate Expenses to an Amateur Golfer", which must be completed by the outside source paying the expenses.

Both forms must be submitted to the player's state or regional golf association. Please click here to find the golf association in your area.

Please contact the USGA Amateur Status Department if you have additional questions about the administration of expenses at (908) 234-2300 or via e-mail at rules@usga.org .

Application for Reimbursement of Tournament Expenses
Application to Donate Expenses to an Amateur Golfer
Expense Rule FAQ