Louisiana Pay Frequency Laws
Louisiana pay frequency laws: how often employers must pay wages, payday deadlines, and final paycheck rules.
Louisiana employers must pay wages biweekly or twice monthly for covered industries.
| Frequency | Legal in Louisiana? |
|---|---|
| Weekly | Allowed |
| Biweekly | Allowed |
| Semi-monthly | Allowed |
| Monthly | Exceptions only |
Payday deadline
Biweekly or twice monthly for covered industries — Manufacturing/mining/oil & public utilities with 10+ employees.
Final pay after separation
Fired: Next payday. Quit: Next payday.
Industry exceptions
Manufacturing/mining/oil & public utilities with 10+ employees
Statute
Source: La. R.S. 23:631. Last verified: 2026. Pay rules change — confirm with your state labor department.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often must employers pay employees in Louisiana?
Biweekly or twice monthly for covered industries. Paying more often than required is always allowed.
Can my employer pay me monthly in Louisiana?
Only for exempt employees or by written agreement in limited cases.
When is my final paycheck due in Louisiana?
If fired: Next payday. If you quit: Next payday.