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  • Question
    Why would I ever need to use the back of the deposit slip?
    Community Answer
    If you have multiple checks that you'd like to deposit at once with a teller.
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    I was taught to write the bank clearing number, for example: 68-54, and now they use the check number. When did that change?
    Donagan
    Top Answerer
    It didn't. You can still use the bank "fractional" number.
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    What do I enter in the check listing spaces when filling out a bank deposit slip?
    Donagan
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    Enter the "fraction" number of the bank branch where the check originated and the amount of the check. The fraction (typically involving a hyphen and a slash mark) is printed on the check just below the check number.
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    What will happen to the deposit if I accidentally write the wrong date on it?
    Donagan
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    Nothing bad happens. The date you write isn't as important as the date the bank stamps on the slip and your receipt.
  • Question
    If I go through a bank's drive-thru to get cash, how do I fill out the deposit slip?
    Donagan
    Top Answerer
    You don't need a deposit slip for this. At the drive-up window, tell the teller what you want, and s/he will do it for you and give you a receipt.
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    Does the amount from a money order go in the same area as the checks on a deposit slip?
    Donagan
    Top Answerer
    Yes, but label it "m.o." to the left of the amount deposited.
  • Question
    When is a checking deposit needed?
    Community Answer
    When you want to deposit cash, a check, or a money order into your checking account. Though many banks now allow you to deposit checks via an app, so it may not be strictly necessary for that one.
  • Question
    When depositing a check, what do I write on the back of the check?
    Community Answer
    You write your name (i.e. your signature). That's all.
  • Question
    Do I fill out a deposit slip when using an ATM machine?
    Community Answer
    Most modern ATMs do not require you to fill out a deposit slip. The machines count cash or scan checks as they are deposited, eliminating the need to fill out a slip.
  • Question
    Most bank # are 9 digits; but your example only shows 3: is that sufficient?
    Donagan
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    Enter all nine digits.
  • Question
    How do I deposit a tax refund check by mail to my credit union?
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    Check if your CU has a "bank by mail" deposit option - if they do, ask them to mail you a packet of envelopes. If they don't, ask them what address you can send checks for deposit to. When you get the envelopes or the address, in the endorsement box on the back of the check, write three lines of info. Line 1: FOR DEPOSIT ONLY. Line 2: Your checking (or savings) account number. Line 3: sign your name. In this instance, no deposit slip is required.
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    What's the number I enter for listing checks?
    PreuxFox
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    When listing checks, you should list them by check number - the number at the top right corner of the check.
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    Why is there space for entering checks on a deposit slip if I am depositing money?
    PreuxFox
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    Because the same deposit slip is used for both cash and check transactions; they do not print separate types of deposit slips for separate types of funds. You can simply ignore the space for entering checks when you are only depositing cash, just leave it blank.
  • Question
    Can I use a generic deposit slip to start a direct deposit?
    PreuxFox
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    No. When starting direct deposit, your place of employment will probably not accept a generic deposit slip that you have filled out. They will want either a voided check, or for you to fill out a direct deposit form.
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    When you list the checks, do you put the bank # on it?
    PreuxFox
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    You do not need to. If you would like to, for your own reference, you can. The most important part when listing the checks is that you accurately list the amount of each check.
  • Question
    If I have a BB&T account and somebody wrote me a check on Regions, can I go to my bank and cash it?
    Community Answer
    It would be up to the policies of BB&T if they cash it. You may call them and ask, or visit a Regions bank to get it cashed.
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    Can I deposit money into another person's account?
    PreuxFox
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    Yes, but you will need the person's full account number, and the receipt you receive for the transaction will not have the bank account balance on it.
  • Question
    What are the x's on the check box?
    Donagan
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    The x's take the place (in the example above) of actual numbers entered on a real slip. The numbers represent a specific bank branch.
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    Can I use a deposit slip and an envelop at an ATM?
    Donagan
    Top Answerer
    Yes.
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