DTS recently updated their system to not need Java any longer

Many changes took place in January 2018 where you won't recognize the DTS we've been using for many years.  Here is their "Look-Ahead" guide to help

If you are receiving Page Cannot be Displayed and you are Overseas, you may want to try a VPN solution

Common problems and workarounds with new version

Before you can access DTS...

1. You'll need to ensure your web browser is fully compatible

https://dtsproweb.defensetravel.osd.mil/dts-app/pubsite/all/first

2. Obtain a digital PKI certificate

You have to have your Common Access Card

3. Contact your Defense Travel Administrator (DTA) about setting up an account.

This person is at your unit

4. There are online tools available to help you learn more about DTS. All courses are offered through the Travel Explorer (TraX) website. To access TraX, register through Passport, the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) web portal. DTMO's training website also offers a variety of manuals and resources pertaining to DTS.

Instructions on accessing TraX

https://travel.dod.mil/Training/eLearning/

DTS How To Videos

I hope to find a way to update the Smart Book below, but I do not have access to DTS any longer since I'm not a Soldier or DoD Civilian.

Use this " Smart Book " to make DTS easier for you.

DTS Smart Book thumbnail

PowerPoint version

DTS Web-based Training

DTS PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

DBSign information

DTS Videos created by:  Devan Davenport

1. Introduction

https://youtu.be/2-ko4iJbOS8

2. Update Profile

https://youtu.be/H_vlujx5wME

3. Itinerary

https://youtu.be/mzC-fn8Jr88

4. Flight Selection

https://youtu.be/_PL_5Pv6CO4

5. Flight Selection Continued

https://youtu.be/0u4BieD0Hf4

6. Rental Car and Hotel

https://youtu.be/7xAJWcSIois

7. Reservation Confirmation

https://youtu.be/--ZabgU8rpk

8. Expenses Part 1

https://youtu.be/nCWym8xUIq4

9. Expenses Part 2

https://youtu.be/az9RgdJrLYM

10. Substantiating

https://youtu.be/hkRydekl0Mg

11. Per Diem

https://youtu.be/hthcRm-XEHs

12. Line of Accounting

https://youtu.be/HAvCqOD_BNQ

13. Review and Submit

https://youtu.be/24GPrpc4_t0

If you have questions or suggestions for this site, contact Michael J. Danberry

ACRONYM Reference Page

The following domain names all resolve to the same website:  ChiefsCACSite.com, CommonAccessCard.us, CommonAccessCard.info, & ChiefGeek.us  

COMMENTS

  1. Defense Travel Management Office

    Important Rental Car Insurance Information. Travelers who have rental car reservations booked with the following companies for travel starting on or after May 1, 2024, must be rebooked in DTS immediately: Ace, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Fox, National, NextCar, Nissan, Payless, Routes, and Sixt. More information.

  2. eLearning

    eLearning. eLearning includes web-based and distance learning courses accessible through TraX, DTMO's training application inside Passport. To access TraX, you must have a Passport account. Passport is the single sign-on portal to permission-based applications related to DoD commercial travel.

  3. Passport

    Passport. U.S. Department of Defense Warning Statement. You are accessing a U.S. Government (USG) Information System (IS) that is provided for USG-authorized use only. By using this IS (which includes any device attached to this IS), you consent to the following conditions: The USG routinely intercepts and monitors communications on this IS for ...

  4. Defense Travel System

    There are online tools available to help you learn more about DTS. All courses are offered through the Travel Explorer (TraX) website. To access TraX, register through Passport, the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) web portal. DTMO's training website also offers a variety of manuals and resources pertaining to DTS.

  5. Defense Travel System

    Save time at the airport and find out how you can participate for free. Access the Joint Travel Regulations and other travel policies. Featuring the best practices in industry and plug-and-play components, Defense Travel System streamlines the entire process involved in global Department of Defense (DoD) travel.

  6. PDF Accessing Training in Travel Explorer (TraX)

    travel.dod.mil 1 June 2023 ... Travel Explorer (TraX) offers a centralized travel source comprising of travel assistance, training, trip tools, frequently asked questions, and other useful information. Registered users can access TraX 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the Defense Travel Management Office's (DTMO's)

  7. PDF Accessing Travel Card Program Training in TraX

    Accessing Travel Card Program Training in TraX The DTMO Travel Card Program class educates DoD travelers on the basics of the Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) and is also referred to as "Travel Card 101" training. You can access the class 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the Travel Explorer (TraX). It provides essential

  8. Training Search

    DoD travel managers (such as Defense Travel Administrators [DTAs]) use the reports to gather real-time data to manage their organization's travel program. ... (TAC) ticket using Travel Explorer (TraX). April 11, 2023. Understanding A Travel Debt . Recommended for: DMM, LDTA, Traveler, Travel Clerk, NDEA | Series: DTS (Admin), DTS (Special Topics)

  9. PDF Department of Defense

    By help ticket: Via the Travel Explorer (TraX) website. 2. By telephone: 1-888-HELP-1-GO (1-888-435-7146) from any commercial CONUS line or from any DSN line if OCONUS. Defense Travel System Regulations: Authorized by DoDI 5154.31, Volume 3 ... Defense Travel System Regulations: Authorized by DoDI 5154.31, Volume 3 ...

  10. PDF Accessing DTS (Basic) Training Classes in TraX

    The DTS (Basic) series includes web based training (WBT) classes that introduce Defense Travel System (DTS) fundamentals. These WBTs are available for anyone, but are best suited for personnel new to the DoD and DTS. This training is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the Travel Explorer (TraX).

  11. Travel Assistance Center

    The Travel Assistance Center (TAC) provides DoD-wide support for issues unresolved or unaddressed at the local level. Staffed by a team of trained analysts, the TAC offers escalated assistance across the spectrum of defense travel including help with DTS issues, Commercial Travel Programs, and Travel Policy. The TAC surveys users to measure the ...

  12. PDF DTA Manual, Appendix J: Help Process

    Defense Travel Management Office 6 travel.dod.mil 1.3 TraX The DTMO Passport portal provides access to the Travel Explorer (TraX). Individuals access Passport either with a User name (email address) and Password or with a CAC. Once in TraX, users can take training, access FAQs and submit TAC tickets when issues occur. Here is how to get started. 1.

  13. MilitaryCAC's How to use DTS

    3. Contact your Defense Travel Administrator (DTA) about setting up an account. This person is at your unit . 4. There are online tools available to help you learn more about DTS. All courses are offered through the Travel Explorer (TraX) website. To access TraX, register through Passport, the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) web portal.

  14. Defense Travel Management Office

    Official website of the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO), the single focal point for commercial travel within the Department of Defense.

  15. Defense Travel System

    Travelers must comply with the Federal and Departmental ethics rules when accepting travel benefits (i.e. goods, services, or payment) from non-Federal sources. For DoD personnel, see Joint Ethics Regulation, DoD 5500.7-R, Chapter 4. Travelers may keep items of nominal value (as defined in applicable ethics regulations).

  16. Defense Travel Management Office

    Defense Travel Management Office | Home

  17. Passport

    Passport. Registration Instructions. Option 1: Complete all of the following items to register for an account. Option 2: Register with your CAC. Complete the remaining items below. If your login email has changed, please login to Passport using your old email and then update your login email to your new changed email. Login Email *.

  18. Defense Travel System

    Travelers using DTS can search for up-to-date airline, hotel and rental car reservations, as well as check current per diem rates for travel locations online. Travelers can prepare their own documents or with the proper permission, documents for others. Travelers and unit travel clerks are able to: Input and update travel documents. Update ...

  19. PDF TAC & TraX Helpful Resources Guide

    Defense Travel Management Office 5 travel.dod.mil Figure 2-2: Local Level Travel Assistance (by Components) Screen 2. You can scroll through the list and advance by selecting Next at the bottom of the page. -OR- Further define the request by using the drop down menu (Figure 2-3) and picking one of the options

  20. PDF Navigating through TraX Explorer

    DEFENSE TRAVEL MANAGEMENT OFFICE This certifies that has successfully completed Training for Accountable Officials and Certifying Officers (Initial CO on Oct 11, 2011 Certificate maintained in Travel Explorer (TraX) https:Jisecure.defensetravel.dod.mil'Passp01tvbirv'Passp01t.html DEFENSE TRAVEL MANAGEMENT OFFICE This certifies

  21. PDF Chapter 1: Overview of The Defense Travel System (Dts)

    Chapter 1: Overview of the Defense Travel System (DTS) DTS Release 1.7.3.32, Document Processing Manual, Version 1.6.6 Updated 11/2/16 Page 1-3 ... 1.5.2 Travel Explorer (TraX) The DTMO provides useful travel resources, tools, and training opportunities via the Travel Explorer (TraX). To access TraX, users and users/travelers must register ...

  22. PDF Chapter 1: Overview of The Defense Travel System (Dts)

    Chapter 1: Overview of the Defense Travel System (DTS) DTS Release 1.7.1.12B, Document Processing Manual, Version 1.3.26, Updated 3/1/10 Page 1-5 ... 1.5.2 Travel Explorer (TraX) The Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) provides useful travel resources, tools, and training opportunities via the Travel Explorer (TraX). To access TraX, users ...