Alaska Final Paycheck Laws
Calculate when final wages are due under Alaska law. Enter the termination details below.
Final Paycheck Deadline Calculator
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Alaska Law
Within 3 working days after termination
Alaska has strict final pay requirements. For involuntary terminations (firing, layoff), payment must be made within 3 working days. Failure to comply can result in waiting time penalties. Working days means days the employer's office is normally open for business.
⚠️Penalty Estimator
One day's wages for each day late (capped at 30 days of wages)
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Alaska Final Paycheck Requirements
| Scenario | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Employee is fired or laid off | Within 3 working days after termination |
| Employee quits with notice | Next regular payday (at least 3 days after last day worked) |
| Employee quits without notice | Next regular payday (at least 3 days after last day worked) |
| PTO/Vacation payout required? | No / depends on policy |
⚠️ Late Payment Penalties
One day's wages for each day late
Maximum: 30 days of wages
PTO/Vacation Payout
Alaska law does not require employers to pay out accrued vacation upon termination. However, if your policy states that unused vacation will be paid upon separation, this creates an enforceable contractual obligation. Review your handbook language carefully.
Additional Notes
Alaska has strict final pay requirements. For involuntary terminations (firing, layoff), payment must be made within 3 working days. Failure to comply can result in waiting time penalties. Working days means days the employer's office is normally open for business.
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