How to Write a Cheque

 When you write a cheque, you should be very careful about how you write the date. It is vital to write the current date, since thieves will change a stolen cheque to their own benefit. In the pay line, you should write the name of the person or business receiving the payment. If you are writing a check for yourself, you should write your first and last name. However, if you are writing a check for a company, you should write the full name of the recipient.

The amount should be written in words, not figures, because the amount in words is legally binding. You should also sign your name, since your signature is required for bank records. Remember that a cheque without a signature is void, no matter what the amount is. The amount should be clearly written so that you can easily spot the amount you need to pay. You must write your name in the right hand corner of the check.

The amount can be written in a number or in words. You must write the full year of the payment in words, whereas the cents can be written numerically. You can also include information like the date in the bottom left corner of the cheque. This will prevent anyone from accidentally adding a number to the check. Once you have all these things down, you are ready to write a cheque. There's no need to worry - writing a cheque is easy!