Verified against official state labor departments Updated for 2026

Arizona Final Paycheck Law (2026)

When your last paycheck is due in Arizona after you leave a job, whether you quit or were fired, and what it has to include.

Updated for 2026 Verified Jul 6, 2026

In Arizona, your final paycheck is due within seven business days or the next payday, whichever is first if you are fired, and next scheduled payday if you quit.

Final paycheck deadline in Arizona

If you are fired or laid off
Within seven business days or the next payday, whichever is first
If you quit
Next scheduled payday

What your final pay must include

Your final paycheck must include all the wages you earned through your last day. Whether it also has to include unused vacation depends on your state and your employer's policy, some states treat accrued vacation as wages that must be paid out. See Arizona PTO payout rules. If an employer misses the deadline, many states add penalties. This is general information, not legal advice.

Common questions

Arizona final paycheck FAQ

When is my final paycheck due in Arizona if I am fired?
If you are fired in Arizona, your final paycheck is due within seven business days or the next payday, whichever is first.
When is my final paycheck due if I quit in Arizona?
If you quit in Arizona, your final paycheck is due next scheduled payday.
Does my final paycheck include unused PTO?
It depends on your state and your employer's policy. Some states require accrued vacation to be paid out at separation. See Arizona PTO payout rules for details.
Can an employer withhold my final paycheck in Arizona?
No. An employer cannot withhold earned wages. They can make lawful deductions, but the wages you have earned are owed by the state deadline, whether or not you return company property (with narrow exceptions in a few states).
Where can I find the official Arizona rule?
The Industrial Commission of Arizona and your state wage-payment law govern final pay. The official source is linked on this page.

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