Vermont final pay checklist for employers
A final pay checklist makes sure an employee who leaves gets every dollar owed, on time. Here is what changes when the employee works in Vermont.
Vermont rules that affect this form
| Final pay when fired | Within 72 hours of discharge. |
|---|---|
| Final pay when an employee quits | By the next regular payday, or the following Friday if there is no regular payday. |
| Unused vacation / PTO at separation | No Vermont statute requires payout of unused vacation; it depends on the employer's policy or agreement. Unused earned sick time does not have to be paid out. Verify |
What to include
- Confirm the separation date and whether the employee quit or was let go
- Calculate final hours, overtime, commissions and bonuses earned
- Check whether unused vacation or PTO must be paid out
- Apply only deductions that state law and signed authorizations allow
- Pay by the state deadline and keep proof of the payment date
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Vermont final pay checklist form?
Vermont does not publish one required final pay checklist for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Vermont rules on this page.
When is a final paycheck due in Vermont?
If the employer ends employment: Within 72 hours of discharge. If the employee quits: By the next regular payday, or the following Friday if there is no regular payday.
Does Vermont require paying out unused vacation?
No Vermont statute requires payout of unused vacation; it depends on the employer's policy or agreement. Unused earned sick time does not have to be paid out.
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This page is general information for employers, not legal advice. Employment laws change and can vary by city and county. Confirm details with the state labor department or an employment attorney. Read our disclaimer.