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Georgia PTO Payout Laws 2025: Do Employers Have to Pay Unused Vacation?
Georgia PTO payout is typically controlled by employer policy. Learn what to check in your handbook, how forfeiture clauses work in practice, and how to estimate unused PTO value.
Georgia does not require private employers to provide PTO or vacation. As a result, whether unused PTO is paid out when you leave is usually based on the employer’s written policy.
Quick answer
- PTO payout in Georgia is usually policy-dependent.
- If the policy promises payout, that promise matters.
- If the policy says PTO is forfeited at termination, employers often rely on that clause.
What to check in your PTO policy
- PTO accrual schedule and caps
- Whether PTO is treated like “earned” time
- Payout/forfeiture rules at resignation or termination
- Any notice requirements
Estimate your PTO value
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Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.