Rite Aid money order: Fees, limits, and instructions

Money orders might seem a bit old-fashioned, especially if you need to send a larger amount of money or send it abroad. But they can be a handy way to transfer funds if you don't want to use a bank account.

You can get a money order at your local Rite Aid, but there are important fees and limits to consider. You'll find out how to successfully send a Rite Aid money order in this article.

We’ll also introduce Wise, an easy and secure way to send money abroad. You can use it to send high-speed transfers to over 160 countries, all online with low fees.

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Table of contents
Does Rite Aid do money orders? How much is a money order at Rite Aid? Rite Aid money order limit Can I send money overseas with a Rite Aid money order? Make low cost international transfers with Wise How to send money using Rite Aid money order How to fill out a Rite Aid money order How to track or cancel a Rite Aid money order Rite Aid money orders FAQs

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Does Rite Aid do money orders?

Yes, Rite Aid offers money orders through Western Union.¹

Western Union is a global financial services company that allows you to send money to over 200 countries and territories.² You should be able to find a Western Union desk or booth at most Rite Aid locations.

A money order is a piece of paper, like a check, that you buy with cash or a debit card. But unlike a personal check, a money order is guaranteed because you pay for it upfront.

People typically purchase money orders when they can't use a bank transfer or a personal check.

How much is a money order at Rite Aid?

Rite Aid doesn't have transparent information about money orders on their website. However, third-party sources claim that the Rite Aid money order fee is 0.90 USD per order.³

At the end of the day, it's best to check with your local Rite Aid.

If you need to send an international money order, keep in mind that Western Union also makes money from currency exchange.²

For example, if you're sending 100 USD to a country that uses EUR, Western Union may use an exchange rate that's less favorable than what you see on Google and you'll end up paying that difference.

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Rite Aid money order limit

Western Union typically caps their money orders at 1,000 USD, but the Rite Aid money order limit is actually 500 USD.³

You can reportedly purchase up to six money orders per day with a combined limit of 2,999 USD.³

Typically, people only use cash money orders for smaller purchases. For larger amounts, you're better off going with another option, such as a bank transfer.

Can I send money overseas with a Rite Aid money order?

Western Union allows you to send money to over 200 countries and territories, but money orders aren't the best way to send money internationally.¹

Banks in other countries typically don't accept money orders. So, you can mail a money order to another country, but it'll be hard for your recipient to cash it and get their money.

Plus, money orders are notoriously hard to track. You won't know where your money order is once you've sent it - only if it has been cashed. This can be stressful if you're sending money far away.

Overall, if you need to send money to another country, it's better to look for other options.

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How to send money using Rite Aid money order

Here's how you can send money using a Rite Aid money order:

1. Visit a Rite Aid store that offers money order services
2. Bring the amount you want to send, plus the fee
3. Pay for the money order with cash or a debit card
4. Fill out the money order
5. Keep your receipt for tracking

It's an easy process, but you must come into a Rite Aid store in person. You can’t get a money order online.

How to fill out a Rite Aid money order

Filling out a money order is easy. Follow these steps:

1. Write the recipient's name in the "Pay to the order of" field
2. Write your name in the "Purchaser's signature" field
3. Fill in your address in the appropriate field
4. If there's a memo field, you can explain the purpose of the payment

You should keep the receipt for tracking purposes.

How to track or cancel a Rite Aid money order

Money orders are pieces of paper, so they're hard to track.

The only thing you can do is see whether or not your money order has been cashed. To do that, Western Union needs you to call 1-800-999-9660.⁵ Make sure to have your receipt on hand.

You can request a money order refund only if it hasn't been cashed yet. To do that, you'll need to submit a Money Order Refund Request form together with your receipt.

You'll also need to pay refund processing fees.⁵

Money order amount	Fee
Less than 5 USD	0
5.01 USD - 99.99 USD	5 USD
100 USD and above	15 USD

A non-refundable research request fee of 15 USD will also be automatically deducted from your refund amount.⁵

Western Union processes money order refunds within 7 business days following the approval of your refund request, but it may take up to 15 additional business days for you to receive it by mail.⁵

Rite Aid money orders FAQs

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How long are Rite Aid money orders good for?

Western Union money orders don't have an expiration date. But if you don't use or cash the money order within 1-3 years of the purchase date, your recipient may need to pay a non-refundable service charge.⁶

You can learn more about these specific terms and conditions on the back of your money order.

Where is the cheapest place to get a money order?

Money orders are an affordable way to send small amounts of money. Walmart is often one of the cheapest places with a maximum fee of 1 USD.⁷

The United States Post Office (USPS) also sells money orders. They charge 2.35 USD for money orders under 500 USD and 3.40 USD for money orders over 500 USD, with a maximum money order purchase of 1,000 USD.⁸

How can you get a money order over $1,000?

Most places limit money orders to 1,000 USD, but you can purchase multiple money orders. That said, some locations restrict how many you can buy per day.

Generally, money orders aren't ideal for sending large amounts of money, so you might want to consider alternatives.

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You can get a money order at Rite Aid to send smaller amounts of money domestically. Rite Aid partners with Western Union, and Western Union is a trusted financial services provider.

If you need to send money internationally, consider using Wise. It's fast, simple, and secure.

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Sources

1. Rite Aid - Payment methods accepted
2. Western Union
3. Watcher.Guru - Does Rite Aid do money orders?
4. Western Union - 6 Steps to filling out a money order
5. Western Union - How can I request a money order refund?
6. Western Union - Do money orders have an expiration date?
7. Walmart - Money orders
8. USPS - Sending money orders

Sources checked 10.11.2024