Trasferta

Trasferta is an Italian term broadly used to indicate travel away from one's usual place of residence or work for a specific purpose and limited duration. The word derives from the verb trasferire (to transfer) and is commonly applied in contexts such as sports, employment, and short missions or assignments.

In sports, particularly team sports like football, trasferta refers to an away match played at an opponent's venue. It also denotes the trip made by players, staff and often supporting fans to attend such matches. Away fixtures carry logistical and tactical implications, influencing scheduling, travel arrangements and supporter organization.

In employment and business, trasferta describes travel undertaken by an employee for work-related duties outside the normal workplace. Employers typically set policies covering authorization, duration, transportation, accommodation and reimbursable expenses. Many jurisdictions provide rules about per diem allowances, reimbursement procedures and tax treatment for expenses incurred during trasferta; companies often require documentation such as travel orders, expense reports and receipts.

Culturally, trasferta can implicate social dynamics: fan travel creates community and rituals in sports, while business travel affects work–life balance and labor practices. The term is also used in informal contexts to mean any trip away from home for temporary purposes. Usage and regulatory details vary by country and sector, so specific meanings and obligations depend on local laws and organizational policies.