noun
living expenses during a stay
Refers to costs such as accommodation, meals, and daily necessities incurred while staying away from home, whether for a short trip or a longer sojourn.
海外旅行の滞在費は思ったより高かった。
The living expenses for the overseas trip were higher than I expected.
長期出張の滞在費は会社が負担してくれる。
The company covers the living expenses for long business trips.
Compound of 滞在 (たいざい, 'stay') and 費 (ひ, 'expense').