- See whether the check has already cleared. ...
- Gather a few pieces of information. ...
- Contact your bank. ...
- Approve any stop payment fees. ...
- Note the expiration date on the stop payment order.
What does it cost to cancel a check?
Banks usually charge a fee of up to $30.00 for canceling a check. ... If the check amount is less than the stop payment cost, then canceling the check might not be worth it. An account holder who loses blank checks or has them stolen might consider closing the account from which the unauthorized checks might be written.
How do I cancel an empty check?
- See whether the check has already cleared. In general, you can stop payment on a check — known as a stop payment order — only if your bank hasn't paid it. ...
- Gather a few pieces of information. ...
- Contact your bank. ...
- Approve any stop payment fees. ...
- Note the expiration date on the stop payment order.