Do you have to fill out anything on a money order?

Do you have to fill out anything on a money order?

There are just three pieces of information you’ll be asked to provide to complete any money order: the recipient’s proper name, your address, and your name or signature. Money orders ask for your address so that the recipient can contact you if a problem occurs.

How do I fill out a 2021 money order?

Steps to Fill Out a Money Order

  1. Fill in the Recipient’s Name.
  2. Include Your Address in the Purchaser Section.
  3. Write the Account or Order Number in the Memo Field.
  4. Sign Your Name in the “Purchaser’s Signature” Section.

Can I write anywhere on a money order?

Some money orders may use the words From, Sender, Issuer, Remitter, or Drawer. Putting your address allows the recipient (wherever they deposit the money order) to contact you if they want to confirm that it’s real or if there is an issue. Some money orders ask you to write (not sign) your name as well.

What information is required for a money order?

Have everything you need: Be prepared with cash or a debit card, the name of the payee and the amount you want to send. Paying with a credit card might be possible, but will usually cost extra. Fill it out: In addition to the payee’s name, you’ll need to add your name (and maybe your address) and sign the money order.

What do you put in the sender drawer of a money order?

Address. The address portion of the money order is the address of the purchaser – YOU. This is so the person receiving the payment can contact you if there are questions. Some money orders may use the words “From,” “Sender,” “Issuer,” “Remitter,” or “Drawer” to indicate where you add your address.

What is money order purchaser?

The purchaser is you. Whether it says “From,” “Sender,” “Remitter,” or “Purchaser,” this is where you enter your information. Western Union® money orders require your address and full name, but others may only have a field for your name. Use your full legal name and your current mailing address in this section.

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