Travelers Checks Protect from Theft and Loss Away From Home

Travelers checks have long been used by financial institutions as a replaceable cash substitute, protecting individuals, especially travelers from loss and theft. They are accepted in most establishments around the world as being the same as cash, and they are usually issued in recognizable American denominations.

Anyone purchasing this type of financial instruments should keep a separate record of the check numbers in a  separate place so that if they are lost or stolen, the numbers can be verified and the checks can be replaced. Whenever you cash a travelers check , you must sign the check in front of the recipient and you must provide identification such as a driver's license or passport. Your local AAA office can help you obtain travelers checks. Call them today to find out more about the travel services from the American Automobile Association. If you are not sure how to contact your local AAA club, click on the box on this page and enter your zip code, then follow the prompts.

The Convenience of Travelers Checks

As a benefit of a membership in the American Automobile Association, travelers checks and dual signature checks can be purchased without a fee at your local AAA club office. The dual signature checks allow two parties to sign the check so either one can use them. Wherever you go, travelers checks are handy to have along. In some locations, paper checks are being replaced with plastic cards that resemble credit cards. Travelers checks allow you to travel overseas and carry as much money as you need to cover the expenses of your journey, safe in the knowledge that should they go missing or be stolen, you can receive replacement checks, insuring that you don’t lose any money or interrupt your journey in any way. Use traveler’s checks to travel in safety and security. Click here and discover the many services available from your local AAA club and how they can make life easier for you.

How to Use Your Travelers Checks

When you receive your checks, sign them on the top line as directed and put them in a safe place, separate from the receipts. The receipts should be kept separately so that if the checks are lost or stolen, you have a record of their purchase and they can be replaced immediately. Be aware when you purchase traveler checks, denominations under $100 are easier for merchants to deal with.

When you decide to make a purchase, make sure the establishment will accept a travelers check. Before you begin filling the check out, wait until you receive the total purchase amount. Sign the check as the clerk watches. If requested, present your identification. It's a very simple process.

To find out more about travelers checks and how to purchase them, contact AAA and discover the travel services we provide. To find the AAA office nearest to you, enter your zip code in the box on this page and follow the prompts. AAA is always ready to help you with your travel needs. It's a benefit of membership!