Bank Check Safety Tips: With the increasing facilities of digital banking and banking fraud cases are also increasing continuously. Therefore, it has become very important to pay attention to safety. One method that criminals are using is via check. Therefore, it has become very important to take care of the security of your checkbook. Some things should be kept in mind while filling your check.
How to keep your check book safe?
- Keep a record of the details of all issued checks.
- Do not leave your check book at any distance. Always keep it in a safe place. It is important to lock it well.
- Whenever you get your check book, carefully count the check inside them. If there is any problem, then bring it immediately in the eyes of the bank.
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Tips for filling the check
- Never sign a blank check. Always fill the name, amount and date of the recipient of the check before signing the check.
- Keep in mind that you cross your check whenever appropriate. You can prevent it from being misused.
- Always draw a line on an empty space.
- Never sign in many places, except when you are certifying a change.
- Avoid using the check with any changes. If possible, issue a new check.
- When you cancel a check, tear off the MICR band and write the cancel (“CANCEL”) over the entire check.
- Do not write on the MICR band or sign, mark, pin, staple, paste, fold.
- Always use your own pen to write on the check.