{"id":60264,"date":"2022-08-15T13:58:48","date_gmt":"2022-08-15T08:28:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/?p=60264"},"modified":"2024-03-13T15:39:06","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T10:09:06","slug":"how-to-void-a-check","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/how-to-void-a-check\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Void A Check? A Step-By-Step Guide (In The Right Way)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><mark class=\"mark\">Updated on 29 February, 2024<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>How to void a check? To make a check VOID simple write the word<strong> &#8220;VOID&#8221;<\/strong> in large and capital letters. This make your check not used for payment.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, learn how to void a cheque in detail, along with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Various reasons for voiding a check, and<\/li>\n<li>How to get a void check for direct deposit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>And some common frequently asked questions for additional detail.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Before I start the guide, <em>a couple of things you should remember about void check are:<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Void check is mostly used to set-up direct deposit<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc49 Voiding a check cannot be used for any payment<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc49 Void check is used to get information needed for electronic payments<\/p>\n<span class=\"seethis_lik\"><span>Also read:<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/gadgets\/apple-watch-not-connecting-to-phone-reasons-and-fixes\/\">Apple Watch Not Connecting To Phone: Here\u2019s The 5 Reasons and Fixes!<\/a><\/span>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-white\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/how-to-void-a-check\/#What_Is_a_Voided_Check\" title=\"What Is a Voided Check?\">What Is a Voided Check?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/how-to-void-a-check\/#How_To_Write_a_Void_Check\" title=\"How To Write a Void Check?\">How To Write a Void Check?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/how-to-void-a-check\/#How_To_Get_a_Void_Check_For_Direct_Deposit\" title=\"How To Get a Void Check For Direct Deposit?\">How To Get a Void Check For Direct Deposit?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/how-to-void-a-check\/#Why_Do_Companies_Need_a_Voided_Check\" title=\"Why Do Companies Need a Voided Check?\">Why Do Companies Need a Voided Check?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/how-to-void-a-check\/#Conclusion_How_To_Void_A_Check\" title=\"Conclusion: How To Void A Check\">Conclusion: How To Void A Check<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/how-to-void-a-check\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Voided_Check\"><\/span>What Is a Voided Check?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-60279 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check.png\" alt=\"Voided check\" width=\"1245\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check.png 1245w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check-300x128.png 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check-1024x436.png 1024w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check-768x327.png 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check-20x8.png 20w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check-30x13.png 30w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check-80x34.png 80w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/static.the-next-tech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/15133405\/Voided-check-150x64.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1245px) 100vw, 1245px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>How to make a cheque void? Most people don\u2019t know about this term. However, it is the common term used in banking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A cheque is voided when the word \u201cVOID\u201d in large letters is written across it<\/strong>, which indicates that it shouldn\u2019t be used for payment.<\/p>\n<p>The primary reason to void a check is to prevent it from being used by anyone, especially from bad people such as thieves or anyone wishing to do fraud.<\/p>\n<p><em>However, there are various reasons to void a cheque.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons to void a check<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"question-listing\" style=\"border: 1px solid #DC2166; padding: 20px 30px 20px 50px; margin: 30px 0; background: rgb(220 33 102 \/ 6%); box-shadow: 0px 5px 20px rgb(0 0 0 \/ 20%); border-radius: 5px;\">\n<ul style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; list-style: none;\">\n<li style=\"font-size: 16px; padding: 7px 0px; color: #292929; list-style: disc;\">To set-up direct deposit is the most common phenomenon for voiding a check, either for personal use or support business transactions.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size: 16px; padding: 7px 0px; color: #292929; list-style: disc;\">Another could get paid faster. To do so, employers need certain information from you, therefore, voiding a check provides necessary details.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-size: 16px; padding: 7px 0px; color: #292929; list-style: disc;\">In the event of regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/finance\/apps-like-quadpay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>bill payments<\/strong><\/a> of any mortgage payment or car loan to other bills online, submitting a void check to the bank helps schedule payments from your checking account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Write_a_Void_Check\"><\/span>How To Write a Void Check?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Want to know how to void a check? Two methods to void a cheque are mentioned below.<\/p>\n<p><em>Read carefully!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Method 1 &#8211;<\/strong> Write VOID (in capital letter) across the entire face of the check. Remember, writing shouldn\u2019t cover the check number<\/p>\n<p><strong>Method 2 &#8211;<\/strong> Or, write VOID in the:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Date line<\/li>\n<li>Payee line<\/li>\n<li>Amount line and box<\/li>\n<li>Signature box<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 728px; height: 90px;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9864771813712812\"><\/ins> <script>\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Key things to remember!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Use blue or black pen to void a check<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc49 Record the voided check number privately<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc49 Keep the original and offer a copy whoever needs it<\/p>\n<p>Spurn to give a blank check to anyone, instead, void a cheque and then give to them. It is not possible to cash out and deposit the void check by any people, so it is safe.<\/p>\n<span class=\"seethis_lik\"><span>Also read:<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/top-10\/5-best-resource-capacity-planning-tools-for-teams\/\">5 Best Resource Capacity Planning Tools for Teams<\/a><\/span>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Get_a_Void_Check_For_Direct_Deposit\"><\/span>How To Get a Void Check For Direct Deposit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the context of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/business\/4-ideas-data-loggers-can-improve-businesses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>business<\/strong><\/a>, direct deposit transactions occurred frequently. Thus, the void check method is used by most of the business owners.<\/p>\n<p>You need a paper check to get advantage of void check. In the event that you don\u2019t have paper checks, you could do the following things.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to your bank and ask a teller to print one<\/li>\n<li>Request your bank to offer a paper checkbook<\/li>\n<li>Otherwise, request your bank to set up direct deposit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Benefits of voiding a check:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2714\ufe0f A voided check cannot be completed, cashed or deposited.<br \/>\n\u2714\ufe0f Make it easier for people to share banking information.<br \/>\n\u2714\ufe0f Helps in setting up direct deposit, automated clearing house (ACH) transfers, etc.<br \/>\n\u2714\ufe0f It also helps prevent fraud or stealing money from your account.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Companies_Need_a_Voided_Check\"><\/span>Why Do Companies Need a Voided Check?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ventures are the ones that require voided checks mostly because to know employers banking details for payroll transfer, smooth business to business transactions, or any other reasons.<\/p>\n<p>A void check consists of several details of the person such as bank account number, branch code, and routing number <em>(unique, nine-digit number that functions as an address for your bank)<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_How_To_Void_A_Check\"><\/span>Conclusion: How To Void A Check<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Voiding a check can be done for various reasons. It is important to quickly \u2018void a check\u2019 if you engage in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-next-tech.com\/review\/dlp-and-regulatory-compliance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fraudulent activity<\/a> or you think something wrong can be done by someone else.<\/p>\n<p>With this guide, I hope you learn how to void a check carefully and confidently. Share your thoughts in the comment.<\/p>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 728px; height: 90px;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9864771813712812\"><\/ins> <script>\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n        <section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card\">\n            <div>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Can I Deposit a VOID Check?<\/h4>                <div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                    <p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNo. Not a check owner or either other person whether known or unknown cannot deposit, cash out or make payment if a check is VOID.                    <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\t        <section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card\">\n            <div>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>When should I VOID a check?<\/h4>                <div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                    <p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tVoid check is required when setting up direct deposits, automated clearing house (ACH) transfers, electronic bill payments, or making a mistake while filling a check.                    <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\t        <section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card\">\n            <div>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Can I VOID a filled-out check?<\/h4>                <div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                    <p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAbsolutely Yes. A person can make a filled-out check void by writing a VOID in capital letters across the front.                    <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\t        <section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card\">\n            <div>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Can I give a voided check to someone?<\/h4>                <div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                    <p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIt is safe to give a VOID check to a third person. 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