Large Narrow For Deposit Only Rubber Stamp (2024)

FAQs

What size should a deposit only stamp be? ›

For check endorsem*nt, you need a medium stamp size of 2 5/8 x 1 1/8 with a print area of 13/16 x 2 3/4. Alternatively, you could opt for a larger size of 3 1/8 x 1 5/16 with a print area of 15/16 x 2 11/16.

If you write “for deposit only” on the back of a check made out to you and then sign your name, the check can only be deposited in your account.

A Bank endorsem*nt Stamp must have a bank deposit account number for both business and personal checking accounts. The account number can either be part of the stamp impression or handwritten after stamping the check. A Bank Endorsem*nt stamp can display: "PAY TO THE ORDER OF" if you intend to cash the check.

The size of the stamp is approximately 5 x 2 CM. The color of the Ink is Black. The stamp is Pre-Inked and can last for around 10,000 impressions.

If your letter is a standard-sized envelope and weighs 3.5 ounces or less, you will need one stamp. Large envelopes. This includes 9x12, legal, and manila envelopes, Two stamps are needed for the first ounce, and postage will be an additional $0.20 cents after. International mail.

A large envelope, known to the postal service as a large letter, is a maximum size of 353mm by 250mm by 25mm. The number of postage stamps required depends on the weight of the item you are sending: 0 – 100g: Two first-class or second-class stamps. 101 – 250g: Two first-class or three second-class stamps.

If you're uncomfortable with someone else seeing your bank account number, you can write, “For Deposit Only” and then sign the check. This is a less secure option than including the account number, but most banks will follow the instructions and only accept the check for deposit.

This type of endorsem*nt includes your signature and the words, "for deposit only." A check endorsed this way can be deposited into a bank account but not cashed. If you write "for deposit only" and include a bank account number, the check can be deposited only into that account. Endorsem*nt in full.

Writing For Deposit Only in the endorsem*nt box above your signature is called a restrictive endorsem*nt. This is a more secure way to endorse checks since it ensures that the check can only be deposited into an account bearing the payee's name. You also cannot cash the check or take a portion of the amount in cash.

In the USA, it's legal and common to sign a bank check using a signature stamp. In fact, if you look at the back of a check, you'll see the following text: “Do not write, stamp, or sign below this line.” As indicated, writing and stamping are both viable options for endorsing a check.

What does for deposit only stamp mean? ›

Accuracy and Security

By using a deposit only stamp, you can ensure that checks are deposited into the correct account without any room for error. The stamp's imprint includes vital information such as the account number and bank name, providing clear instructions to the bank on how the check should be processed.

This stamp effectively limits further action on the check by the stated payee to only being able to deposit it. In banking, a restrictive endorsem*nt is the type of endorsem*nt whereby the financial instrument or a check is limited to use by the payee (receiver).

Self-Inking Rubber Stamps

A self-inking stamp is your best solution. This stamp type features a self-contained ink pad, which re-inks the rubber die-plate before each impression. Self-inking die-plates feature water-based ink for less bleed-through, are re-inkable, refillable, and come in varying colors.

Rectangular: Stamps in this shape are the most common. They range in size from 0.870" wide by 0.98" tall to 1.255" wide by 1.59" tall.

The size of the stamp is 3.9x2. 9 cm (for horizontal stamp).

Use a Forever stamp for most standard mail items.

A single Forever stamp will be enough to send off an item in a commercial envelope measuring 11.5 inches (29 cm) by 5 inches (13 cm) and weighing 1 ounce (28 g) or less. Anything larger will require extra postage, which you can add up using a postage calculator.

If you are mailing a standard sized letter (see more on what qualifies as 'standard size' below) rectangular envelope that weighs less than 1 oz., you will need 63¢ worth of postage, or 1 "forever" stamp.