Verified against official state labor departments Updated for 2026

Oregon Final Paycheck Law (2026)

When your last paycheck is due in Oregon 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 Oregon, your final paycheck is due the next business day if you are fired, and immediately if the employee gave 48 hours notice; otherwise within five days or the next regular payday, whichever comes first if you quit.

Final paycheck deadline in Oregon

If you are fired or laid off
The next business day
If you quit
Immediately if the employee gave 48 hours notice; otherwise within five days or the next regular payday, whichever comes first

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 Oregon PTO payout rules. If an employer misses the deadline, many states add penalties. This is general information, not legal advice.

Common questions

Oregon final paycheck FAQ

When is my final paycheck due in Oregon if I am fired?
If you are fired in Oregon, your final paycheck is due the next business day.
When is my final paycheck due if I quit in Oregon?
If you quit in Oregon, your final paycheck is due immediately if the employee gave 48 hours notice; otherwise within five days or the next regular payday, whichever comes first.
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 Oregon PTO payout rules for details.
Can an employer withhold my final paycheck in Oregon?
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 Oregon rule?
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries and your state wage-payment law govern final pay. The official source is linked on this page.

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