Final Paycheck Laws in Arizona
When a Arizona employer must pay your last paycheck if you are fired, laid off or quit, and whether unused vacation must be paid out.
Short answer: Within seven working days or by the end of the next regular pay period, whichever comes first. A.R.S. § 23-353(A)
| Final paycheck if fired or laid off | Within seven working days or by the end of the next regular pay period, whichever comes first. Re-verified 2026-10-27. Source: A.R.S. § 23-353(A) |
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| Final paycheck if you quit | No later than the regular payday for the pay period in which the employee quit. If the employee asks, the final pay must be mailed. Re-verified 2026-10-27. Source: A.R.S. § 23-353(B) |
Where to get help in Arizona
More Arizona employment law
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FAQ
When do I get my final paycheck if I'm fired in Arizona?
Within seven working days or by the end of the next regular pay period, whichever comes first.
When do I get my final paycheck if I quit in Arizona?
No later than the regular payday for the pay period in which the employee quit. If the employee asks, the final pay must be mailed.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.