Book a Rental Car
Book rental cars quickly and easily through Expensify’s integrated travel portal. This guide walks you through searching for a rental, booking it, and accessing your trip information in New Expensify.
Where to find Expensify Travel
Tap the ➕ Create button at the bottom of your screen, then choose Book travel.
You can also select Search (the magnifying glass icon), type Book travel, then select the Book travel result. Book travel appears in both places only when Expensify Travel is enabled on your active workspace.
If you don’t see Book travel, ask a Workspace Admin to enable Expensify Travel on the workspace.
How to book a rental car
- Click the Car tab.
- Enter the search details:
- Pick-up and drop-off location
- Pick-up and drop-off dates and times
- Click Search cars.
- Use filters for rental company, car type, or special features.
- Click Select on your preferred car.
- On the checkout screen, review:
- Vehicle details
- Traveler information
- Loyalty programs
- Arriving flight (optional)
- Payment method
- Select an existing trip or create a new one to assign the booking.
- Confirm your payment method and click Reserve.
What happens after booking with Expensify Travel
- Your company’s travel policy may require approval before the reservation is confirmed.
- You’ll receive a confirmation email once your booking is complete.
- The booking receipt will automatically be added to your Expensify account.
- If your payment card is connected to Expensify, the receipt will merge with the imported expense.
FAQ
Can I rent a car at one location and return it elsewhere?
Yes, many providers support one-way rentals. Just enter different pickup and drop-off locations when booking.
Is insurance included?
Insurance offerings vary by provider. You’ll see available options and add-ons during checkout.
Can I choose the rental company?
Yes! Use filters to select your preferred rental provider.
Where can I view my trip itinerary?
When a traveler books a trip in Expensify Travel, a trip itinerary is automatically created in New Expensify. To view your trip:
- Open the Expensify mobile app.
- Tap Inbox.
- Find the thread named after your upcoming trip.