Per diem · DelawareFY2027
Lewes, DE
GSA rates valid October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 · covers Sussex
Lodging / night$126–$216varies by season
M&IE / day$74meals + incidentals
First/last day$55.5075% of M&IE
Max per full day$290
Above standard rate+$103lodging vs $113
vs FY2026 peak−$5-2.3% · M&IE unchanged
Lodging month by month
Oct$126
Nov$126
Dec$126
Jan$126
Feb$126
Mar$126
Apr$126
May$126
Jun$216
Jul$216
Aug$216
Sep$126
Oct 2026Peak $216 in Jun, Jul, Aug · low $126Sep 2027
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FY2027 rates by season
| Dates | Max lodging | M&IE | Max per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 – May 31 | $126 | $74 | $200 |
| Jun 1 – Aug 31 | $216 | $74 | $290 |
| Sep 1 – Sep 30 | $126 | $74 | $200 |
Lodging rates do not include hotel taxes, which are reimbursed separately.
M&IE breakdown for $74
Deduct a meal when it is provided, for example a conference lunch.
| Meal | Amount |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | $18 |
| Lunch | $20 |
| Dinner | $31 |
| Incidental expenses | $5 |
| Total M&IE per day | $74 |
| First and last day of travel (75%) | $55.50 |
Rate history
Lodging and M&IE by fiscal year.
| Fiscal year | Lodging | M&IE | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2027 | $126–$216 | $74 | 3 |
| FY2026 | $124–$221 | $74 | 3 |
| FY2025 | $124–$221 | $74 | 3 |
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Common questions
What is the per diem rate for Lewes in FY2027?
For October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027, the GSA lodging rate in Lewes, DE is $126–$216 per night depending on the season, and the meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) rate is $74 per day.
How much is M&IE on the first and last day in Lewes?
Federal travelers get 75% of the M&IE rate on the first and last day of travel: $55.50 in Lewes.
Which counties does the Lewes per diem rate cover?
The Lewes rate applies to: Sussex. Places outside the listed counties use the standard CONUS rate of $113 lodging and $68 M&IE.
Is the lodging rate the amount I get paid?
No. Lodging is a maximum. You are reimbursed your actual hotel cost up to the nightly rate; hotel taxes are reimbursed separately. M&IE is a flat daily allowance.