Void Check Template
Free printable voided check template — use for direct deposit setup, bank verification, or ACH authorization.
About This Template
A voided check is a regular check with "VOID" written across the front, making it impossible to cash or deposit. It's used to share your bank account and routing number securely — employers, payroll providers, and banks use it to set up direct deposit, ACH transfers, and automatic payments. Use this free template to print a voided check instantly: enter your routing number and account number, download the PDF, print, and write VOID in large letters across the front. Works with any US bank account. No signup required.
When to Use This Template
You'll need a voided check when setting up direct deposit with a new employer, enrolling in automatic bill payment, authorizing ACH transfers, linking a bank account to a payment app, or verifying your bank account for government benefits like Social Security or tax refunds. Any time someone asks for your "banking information" or a "void check for direct deposit," this template covers it.
Who This Template Is For
Anyone who needs to provide bank account details to an employer, government agency, or financial service. Especially useful for people who bank with online-only banks (Ally, Schwab, Chime) that don't automatically issue checkbooks, new employees setting up payroll direct deposit, or anyone who has run out of checks and needs a voided check quickly.
Features of This Template
- Print a voided check from any US bank account
- Works for direct deposit, ACH setup, and bank verification
- Enter any routing number and account number
- MICR line at the bottom — routing number, account number, check number
- High-resolution PDF download
- No signup required
How to Use This Template
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Click "Use This Template"
Start by clicking the button above to open the check editor with this template pre-loaded.
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Fill in Your Check Details
Enter your information, bank details, payee name, amount, and memo. Our tool automatically converts numbers to written amounts.
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Customize Colors and Fonts (Optional)
Adjust the check design to match your preferences. Change colors, fonts, and layout to personalize your checks.
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Download as PDF
Click the download button to generate a high-resolution PDF of your check, ready for printing.
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Print on Blank Check Stock
Print your check on blank check stock paper (available at office supply stores) for professional, bank-compatible checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a voided check used for?
A voided check is most commonly used to set up direct deposit with an employer — HR will use the routing and account numbers printed on it to deposit your paycheck. It's also used to authorize ACH transfers, set up automatic bill payments, link your bank account to apps like PayPal or Venmo, and verify your bank account for government benefits.
How do I void a check?
Print the check using this template, then write "VOID" in large letters across the front using a pen. Some people also write VOID on the signature line and amount fields. The key is making it clear the check cannot be cashed, while keeping the routing and account numbers at the bottom readable.
Is it safe to give someone a voided check?
It's generally safe to give a voided check to a trusted employer, payroll provider, or financial institution for direct deposit or ACH setup. The check cannot be cashed or deposited. However, never give a voided check to someone you don't trust, as it contains your routing and account numbers.
Can I use a printed check as a voided check for direct deposit?
Yes. A printed check from this template works exactly the same as a check from a physical checkbook for voiding purposes. Print it, write VOID across the front, and submit it. Employers and banks accept printed checks for direct deposit setup.
What if I don't have checks for direct deposit?
Use this template. Enter your bank's routing number and your account number, download the PDF, print on plain paper (plain paper is fine for voided checks — you only need check stock for checks you plan to cash), and write VOID across the front.
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