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where can iget money orders

You can usually get a money order at several common places that are easy to reach in most U.S. cities:

  • Post office (USPS): Almost all post office locations sell money orders; they’re widely available and often have simple fees and limits around 1,000 dollars per money order.
  • Big retail stores: Walmart customer service or MoneyCenter desks sell MoneyGram-issued money orders with low fees; many locations are open late and on weekends.
  • Grocery and drugstores: Chains like 7‑Eleven, CVS, Safeway, Kroger, Meijer, and Publix often sell money orders at the service counter, usually for a small fee (for example, CVS sells MoneyGram money orders with a modest flat fee and a per‑order limit).
  • Banks and credit unions: Many banks and credit unions offer money orders (or cashier’s checks as an alternative), typically to account holders; fees and limits vary by institution.
  • Money transfer services: Western Union and MoneyGram locations, often inside pharmacies, supermarkets, or check‑cashing stores, sell money orders and can be a good option if you already use their services.
  • Check‑cashing and currency‑exchange stores: Local check cashers and similar financial service centers frequently sell money orders alongside check cashing, bill pay, and money transfer services.

Quick tips before you go:

  • Bring a valid ID, the exact amount you need (plus the fee), and know who you’re making the money order out to.
  • If you want somewhere close, search your maps app for “money order near me” and check fees, limits, and payment methods (cash vs. debit) before heading over.

Mini FAQ

  • Cheapest/easiest place?
    Often the post office or a big retailer like Walmart, since their fees are usually low and they have many locations.
  • Can I use a credit card?
    Many places require cash or debit; USPS, for example, does not allow credit cards for money orders.

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