FAQs

Click on the appropriate link below to find answers to some of the questions most frequently asked about cheques and cheque clearing.

If you can't find the answer to your question here, please contact your bank. Alternatively you can contact UK Payments who offer a public enquiries service on behalf of the Cheque and Credit Clearing Company: questions@paymentscouncil.org.uk or 020 3217 8259.

Cheques and Cheque Clearing

Credit Clearing and Bank Giro Credits

2-4-6 (Interest, Withdrawal and Fate)

Bankers' Drafts

Cross-Border Foreign Cheques

Post-Dated Cheques

The Cheque Printer Accreditation Scheme

The Bank Giro Certification Scheme

Cheque Guarantee Card Scheme

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Glossary