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When is my last day at work?

Last Working Day Calculator

Enter your resignation date and notice length to get your exact last working day, with weekends handled for you.

Deciding how much notice to give, or need the letter? Use the Notice Period Calculator.

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The day you hand in notice.

Two weeks is 14 calendar days or 10 working days.

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Your last working day

Enter your resignation date and notice length to see your last day.

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Informational estimate, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Why?

This calculator uses the information you enter and publicly available government data. Real situations can involve employment contracts, company policy, collective bargaining agreements, and exceptions we can't see.

For advice about your specific situation, talk to a licensed employment attorney or your state labor department.

The short answer

Your last working day = your resignation date + your notice period. In the US, the customary standard is two weeks (14 calendar days). Because most US employment is at-will, there's no legal minimum notice. Two weeks is a professional courtesy, not a requirement.

Worked example: if you resign on Monday, June 1, 2026 and give two weeks' notice, 14 calendar days later is Monday, June 15. Counting 10 working days (Monday to Friday) lands on the same day. If a calendar count ends on a Saturday or Sunday, this calculator moves your last day back to the Friday before.

Common questions

How do I calculate my last working day?
Add your notice period to your resignation date. If you give 14 calendar days of notice on Monday, June 1, 2026, your last day is Monday, June 15. Counting 10 working days also lands on Monday, June 15; counting 14 working days lands on Thursday, June 18. Confirm in writing with your manager which way your notice is counted.
Can my employer ask me to leave before my notice period ends?
Yes, in most US states. An employer can accept your resignation immediately and place you on "garden leave" (paid but not working) or terminate you early without notice pay — unless your employment contract specifies otherwise. Check your offer letter for any contractual notice period protections.
What if my last working day falls on a holiday?
If your calculated last day falls on a federal or company holiday, your actual last day is typically the business day before the holiday, unless agreed otherwise with your employer. Always confirm this in writing during the resignation process.
Should I resign before or after my bonus vests?
Always check your bonus vesting date before choosing your resignation date. Most annual bonuses are paid to employees who are actively employed on the payout date — resigning the week before a bonus pays out typically means forfeiting it entirely. The same applies to equity cliff vests. Delaying your resignation by even a few days can mean thousands of dollars in retained compensation.
What happens to my PTO if I use it during my notice period?
Technically you can request to use accrued PTO during your notice period, but your employer can deny the request if business needs require your attendance. In some cases, your employer may prefer to accept your notice immediately and pay out your remaining PTO rather than have you present for two weeks. Check your company policy and your state's PTO payout laws.

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