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title: What is a COLA and when should you use it?
description: There are a myriad of terms and acronyms used across global mobility.
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# [What is a COLA and when should you use it?](https://airshare.air-inc.com/what-is-a-cola-and-when-should-you-use-it)

 Written by [Andrea Downing](https://airshare.air-inc.com/author/andrea-downing) | Mar 03, 2022 @ 01:54 PM

There are a myriad of terms and acronyms used across global mobility. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to mobility we have created an education portal for you. 

Some of the topics we have included so far are:

<https://www.air-inc.com/education-knowledge-base/>

The frequently asked questions that we receive form the basis for the portal, for example:

- What is a COLA and when should you use it?
- Who should receive a COLA?
- Should COLA be updated?
- What is the Balance Sheet Approach?
- What is the difference between a COLA and a Per Diem?
- What is a hardship allowance?  
  and more.....

Visit the portal [now](https://www.air-inc.com/education-knowledge-base/)!

 

We will regularly update the portal. What would you like to see included?

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