Five years before it goes to the state, but the bank should send you a letter of warning first prior to sending the funds to the state.
Checks should be deposited within 6 months of their date of issue.
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Checks are typically valid for six months after they are written.
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Checks are typically valid for six months before they expire.
Personal checks are typically valid for six months after they are written.
Personal checks are generally good for 6 months. There are some that vary so it is ideal to confirm before accepting a personal check.
You have one year to cash your federal check. Rules on state checks vary by state.
Blank checks do not have an expiration date, but it is recommended to use them within six months to a year to avoid any issues with the bank.
There is a website called 4checks.com and they seemed to have pretty good deals on many check designs. I would shop around. I know with our bank, they give us our checks free as long as we just go with the basic checks they offer.