How to Write a Check with cents (Step by Step)

We will tell you a very easy and simple way for writing a check. In this way, you can fill your check in just 5 minutes. We will guide you step by step with visuals about how to properly write a check and what to write in which place.

Example of writing the date on a check in the correct position.

1 Step 1 – Fill in the Date
2 Step 2 – Write the Payee’s Name
3 Step 3 – Write the Amount in Numbers
4 Step 4 – Write the Amount in Words
5 Step 5 – Fill in the Memo Line (Optional)
6 Step 6 – Sign the Check
- 6.1 This shows how to write a check in the easiest and fastest way.

Step 1 – Fill in the Date

In writing out a check, you have to write the date in the top right corner as shown in the image below. The day you are presenting the cheque should be the date.

Example of writing date on a check — Example of writing the date on a check in the correct position.

Step 2 – Write the Payee’s Name

You have to write your name in the name box as shown in the image below. The name should be exactly the same as it is on your real ID.

Step 3 – Write the Amount in Numbers

You have to write the amount in numbers. Example: 250 USD. This is shown in the writing a check example image below.

Example of writing amount in numbers on check — Example of writing the amount in numbers on a check.

Step 4 – Write the Amount in Words

You have to write the amount in words. Example: Three Thousand USD. This is also shown in the writing a check example image below.

Example of writing amount in words on check — Example of writing the amount in words on a check.

Step 5 – Fill in the Memo Line (Optional)

You have to write the memo about what purpose you are writing the check for. For example, House Rent.

Example of writing memo on check — Example of filling the memo line on a check.

Step 6 – Sign the Check

You have to sign the check. The signature is important because it will be matched with your account to confirm the check is really written by you and not fake.