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Mississippi: final paycheck rules

When your employer must hand over your last paycheck if you are fired or quit, and whether unused vacation must be paid out.

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Deadline if you are fired or laid off	No state deadline
Deadline if you quit	No state deadline
Unused vacation pay	Depends on employer policy
Law	No final-pay statute

If your employer misses the deadline, you can file a wage claim with your state labor department; many states add penalties. Federal law has no final-pay deadline.

General information only, not legal, insurance or financial advice. Not affiliated with any government agency. Exceptions can apply. Confirm with the state agency, the court or a licensed professional in Mississippi.

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How we checked this

Deadlines come from a statute-cited 50-state final pay survey updated in 2026. States with no final-pay statute are shown as having no deadline. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.

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