Are counter checks (cheques) ok?

[Tim and Erin 3]

We are almost ready to file the K-1 petition. Tim is the U.S. petitioner. He's never had a checking account, so he recently opened one so he can write a check to send with the application. He can get counter checks while he's waiting for delivery of custom made ones with his name on them. Is it ok to send just a counter check where he would write his name on it instead of it being printed on there? He doesn't want to send in the application if it'll be sent back. I've told him I doubt it matters whose name is on the check or who signs it, as long as USCIS gets their fee. Input from anyone would be appreciated.

[TOM&Riz 4]

here in Manila the only accept a US postal money order as payment, you may want to check on that and be safe and send a money order

[Anh map 2,098]

We are almost ready to file the K-1 petition. Tim is the U.S. petitioner. He's never had a checking account, so he recently opened one so he can write a check to send with the application. He can get counter checks while he's waiting for delivery of custom made ones with his name on them. Is it ok to send just a counter check where he would write his name on it instead of it being printed on there? He doesn't want to send in the application if it'll be sent back. I've told him I doubt it matters whose name is on the check or who signs it, as long as USCIS gets their fee. Input from anyone would be appreciated.

As long as it's the proper amount you are correct that it won't matter.

-Moved from DCF forum to proper K1 forum -

Edited March 19, 2010 by Anh map

[Otto 83]

I don't think it matters to USCIS if you use a temporary check or not - it would probably need to be a real 'temporary check' with the routing/account number printed on it (a counter check usually does not).

[Minya's wife 24]

We are almost ready to file the K-1 petition. Tim is the U.S. petitioner. He's never had a checking account, so he recently opened one so he can write a check to send with the application. He can get counter checks while he's waiting for delivery of custom made ones with his name on them. Is it ok to send just a counter check where he would write his name on it instead of it being printed on there? He doesn't want to send in the application if it'll be sent back. I've told him I doubt it matters whose name is on the check or who signs it, as long as USCIS gets their fee. Input from anyone would be appreciated.

A cashier's check, may also be an option. Now that the petitioner has established a bank account, and provided there are funds to cover the amount of the cashier's check, he can request such a check directly from his bank.

[Tim and Erin 3]

Thanks to everyone who replied. I'll get him to look into a cashier's check. Just curious...is there a charge for that?

[Otto 83]

Thanks to everyone who replied. I'll get him to look into a cashier's check. Just curious...is there a charge for that?

It depends on the back - many charge a few dollars, some waive this if you have an account with them.

[Bobby+Umit 161]

Bank drafts, cashier's checks, certified checks, personal checks (See Check Instructions below), and money orders must be drawn on U.S. financial institutions and payable in U.S. funds.

Source

Counter checks do not make the cut, as per the instructions:

Please Note

Personal checks must be pre-printed with the name of the bank and the account holder. Also, the account holder’s address and phone number must be pre-printed, typed or written in ink on the check. All checks must be typed or written in ink.

Edited March 19, 2010 by Bobby+Umit

[Otto 83]

Source

Counter checks do not make the cut, as per the instructions:

Neither would temporary checks (it would appear, since the person's name/address is not typed/printed). In this case - I'd wait the week or so it takes to get the 'real' checks he probably ordered, rather than worry. Good source Bobby

[Tim and Erin 3]

Thanks for that info. We'll wait for the customized checks. Should be here anyday...hopefully.