Can a money order be refunded if lost?

The short answer is yes, you can cancel a lost money order. The issuer should have a cancellation process that outlines what steps you need to take to recover your cash when a money order goes missing. But there’s a catch. Typically, you can only cancel a money order if it hasn’t been cashed yet.

What happens if a money order is lost and not cashed?

You can cancel a money order that hasn’t been cashed. (If it’s already been cashed, skip ahead.) If you’re not sure about your money order’s status, you can track it by calling the issuer’s customer service number or using the tracking feature on its website.

How do I request a money order refund?

Open the Money Order Refund Request form….

  1. Download the Money Order Affidavit* and print it.
  2. Enter the details.
  3. Send the completed form along with the original or clear copy of the money order to the address mentioned on your receipt. You can also fax it at 1-720-864-0477 or email it to [email protected]ยน

What if I lost my money order receipt?

If you don’t have the receipt, then you’ll have to fill out a money order research request (MORR). Again, mail it to the listed address on the form. In this case, you will have to send a nonrefundable $30 fee with the completed form. This process can take between six and eight weeks to complete.

Can money orders be traced?

If you’ve lost a money order or you believe it’s been stolen, the first thing you need to do is track it. You can track a money order by going to the money order issuer. The steps involved in tracking a lost money order vary, depending on who issued it in the first place.

Can you see who cashed a money order?

I purchased a money order and sent it to a person/business. How can I find out if it has been cashed? You can find out if your money order has been cashed online by clicking Money Order Status or by calling our automated line at 1-800-542-3590.

How do you track a lost money order?

For USPS money orders, visit a USPS location and ask for a PS Form 6401 Money Order Inquiry. You will need a valid photo ID and a fee of $6.10 to issue the request. From there, USPS will trace your money order and it will appear on the lost money order list on the USPS website if it is indeed lost or stolen.

Can I see who cashed a money order?

How can I find out if it has been cashed? You can find out if your money order has been cashed online by clicking Money Order Status or by calling our automated line at 1-800-542-3590. You will need to enter your money order number and the exact dollar amount of your money order.

Are money orders traceable?

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.