A money order is not a check, and it’s harder to trace one; keep your receipt until you are sure the order has been received and cashed. When a purchaser pays for a money order, it comes with a receipt that includes the serial number of the money order.
Can a Western Union money order be traced?
Take your Western Union money order receipt to the agent where you purchased the money order. Western Union will trace the money order. If it has not been cashed, Western Union will replace the money order or refund your money.
Can money orders be tracked without receipt?
While most banks and issuers will allow you to trace your money order without a receipt, some will not. USPS does not allow tracing of any money order without a receipt. Call your issuer’s customer service number (easily found on their website) to see if they can trace a money order without a receipt.
How do I cash a money order I didn’t use?
Take it to the Bank If the money order is blank, put your name in the recipient’s area and endorse the back of the money order. Then you can either present it to a teller. If you don’t have a bank account, many banks such as Chase, Wells Fargo and Bank of America will cash a money order for a fee.
How can I track a lost Western Union money order?
Western Union You can track a lost or stolen Western Union money order two ways: If you have the receipt, use the request form on the back to start the process of tracking or replacing the money…
How much does it cost to get a Western Union refund?
The cost is $15, and the process may take around 30 days. Again, it’s best if you keep your receipt when you buy a money order. If you don’t, Western Union charges $30 to research your money order. You can submit Western Union requests for refunds in person, by mail, by fax, or by email.
How to check the status of a lost or stolen money order?
To view the status of the money order, you’ll need to provide the following information: If you want a copy of a cashed money order, you’ll need to complete and submit PS Form 6401, the official money order inquiry. It can take the USPS up to 60 days to investigate a lost or stolen money order’s status.
How can I find out if my money order has been cashed?
With most Western Union and MoneyGram, you can find out if a money order was cashed by calling a toll-free number. For USPS money orders (or to get more details from any issuer), you’ll submit a form and pay a modest fee for the tracking service.
