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How Much Do Postal Money Orders Cost

How much is a postal money order for $30?

It is $1.15 for money orders up to $500. Here is the USPS website on that subject:

https://www.usps.com/shop/money-orders.h...

How much does a money order cost?

It varies greatly. If you have gas stations that offer them, that rate is usually best. Often times $0.99. Postal money orders (purchased at post offices) range from $1.05 if under $500 to $1.50 for a money order up to $1,000 which is the max for a postal money order. Least cheap place to go is a bank. They can charge as much as $8 and more to get a money order.

If you need a check for a larger amount than $1,000 or so, you need a cashier's check, which is more expensive.

What is a money order?

It is basically like a check. You go to a convenience store, Walmart, or post office and give them the cash and they give you a money order for the amount requested. They usually charge a few dollars for this service. Once you get the money order you can mail it. The transit time depends on many factors, but regular first class post takes anywhere from 1 to 7 business days depending on how far away you are from the destination.

How Much Does a Money Order Cost At USPS?

Domestic Money Orders

Money Orders let you send money safely through the mail.

Postal Money Orders are a safe, convenient, and economical alternative to sending cash through the mail. They can be purchased from any Post Office™ locations in the United States as well as from any rural route carrier, available up to $1,000 each. A current government-issued or state-issued picture identification is required for money order purchases of $3,000 or more in a single day. Other features include:

Domestic Money Orders

Purchase with cash, debit card, or traveler's check
Valid for an unlimited period
Can be cashed at any Post Office or can be deposited or negotiated at your financial institution
Replace damaged, lost, or stolen money orders

Fees:

$0.01 to $500.00 .......................$1.05
$500.01 to $1,000.00 ................$1.50
Postal Military Money Orders…..$0.30 (issued by military facilities

Can you cash a postal money order at the post office?

If the money order is a United States Postal Service money order, then you should be able to cash it. Keep in mind that the post office doesn't keep a lot of cash lying around so if it is for large amount, they may not be able to cash it or you may have to wait until they have the money there. Your best bet is to call the post office beforehand and see if they will be able to cash it.

Where to get money orders?

Convienience stores and Post offices

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