Texas 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 Texas.
Texas rules that affect this form
| Final pay when fired | Within 6 calendar days of discharge (also applies to layoffs). |
|---|---|
| Final pay when an employee quits | By the next regularly scheduled payday after the resignation takes effect. |
| Unused vacation / PTO at separation | Not required by law; payout is owed only if the employer's written policy or agreement provides it. A written policy may say unused leave is forfeited at separation. |
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 Texas employee exit checklist form?
Texas does not publish one required employee exit checklist for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Texas rules on this page.
When is a final paycheck due in Texas?
If the employer ends employment: Within 6 calendar days of discharge (also applies to layoffs). If the employee quits: By the next regularly scheduled payday after the resignation takes effect.
Does Texas require paying out unused vacation?
Not required by law; payout is owed only if the employer's written policy or agreement provides it. A written policy may say unused leave is forfeited at separation.
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