Illinois employee exit checklist for employers
An exit checklist covers final pay, equipment, access and paperwork when someone leaves. Here is what changes when the employee works in Illinois.
Illinois rules that affect this form
| Final pay when fired | At separation if possible, and no later than the next regularly scheduled payday. |
|---|---|
| Final pay when an employee quits | At separation if possible, and no later than the next regularly scheduled payday. |
| Unused vacation / PTO at separation | Required. Earned, unused vacation must be paid at the final rate, and policies cannot forfeit earned vacation at separation (except under a collective bargaining agreement). |
What to include
- Final paycheck issued by the state deadline
- Unused PTO handled according to state law and your written policy
- Company equipment returned and system access removed
- Benefits end date confirmed and COBRA or state continuation notice sent if applicable
- Exit interview offered and separation notice given where the state requires one
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Illinois employee exit checklist form?
Illinois does not publish one required employee exit checklist for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Illinois rules on this page.
When is a final paycheck due in Illinois?
If the employer ends employment: At separation if possible, and no later than the next regularly scheduled payday. If the employee quits: At separation if possible, and no later than the next regularly scheduled payday.
Does Illinois require paying out unused vacation?
Required. Earned, unused vacation must be paid at the final rate, and policies cannot forfeit earned vacation at separation (except under a collective bargaining agreement).
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