Common Cheque Writing Mistakes to Avoid (Pakistan)

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Common Cheque Writing Mistakes to Avoid (Pakistan)

Updated Aug 19, 2025 • 7 min read

Small errors can cause big delays. Here are the cheque mistakes we see most often—and how to prevent them.

1) Amount mismatch

The numeric amount and words must match exactly. If they don’t, banks usually reject the cheque.

2) Overwriting without signature

If you correct something, strike a neat line through the error and countersign near the correction. Some banks may still require a fresh cheque.

3) Ambiguous dates

Use a clear format (e.g., DD-MM-YYYY) and avoid mixed numerals that can be read incorrectly.

4) Blank spaces

Don’t leave large empty areas on the words line. Fill to the end with “only” to reduce tampering risk.

Try our Amount in Words tool to generate accurate wording.

Next: Use the PKR Amount in Words tool or read more on the blog.