The best place to cash a check is with your bank or credit union. However, that may not always be an option.
Fortunately, there are other options. But some of these options may charge a fee for check-cashing services or set a limit on the size or types of checks they’re willing to cash.
The issuing bank: If you receive a check and it’s issued through a bank with a local branch, you may be able to cash your check there. Grocery and convenience stores: Many grocery stores, drug stores and convenience stores (including Walmart) will cash checks for customers. Check cashing stores: These places will cash your check any time of day. They can be convenient but often charge higher fees. A check cashing store may also be connected to a payday loan or other forms of predatory lending.