William Lipovsky
Short Answer
Stop & Shop sells Western Union money orders but doesn’t cash them. There’s a $1,000 limit per money order. Fees vary by store but are usually around $1 per money order.
Does Stop & Shop Sell Money Orders?
Stop & Shop offers Western Union money orders at its customer service desk.[1][2]
When purchasing a money order at Stop & Shop, you’ll need to show a government-issued driver’s license or photo ID.[1]
Limits
The maximum money order amount at Stop & Shop is $1,000.[1] If you need to send more than $1,000, you can purchase more than one money order.
Fees
Money order fees vary by location. However, you can typically expect to pay around $1 per money order at Stop & Shop.[1]
If you’re looking for a fee-free option, see our research on where to get free money orders.
Payment Options
You can pay for your money order with cash or a debit card. Stop & Shop doesn’t accept credit cards for money order purchases.[1]
If you’re using cash, keep in mind that you’ll need the money order amount plus the fee amount on hand.
Hours
The customer service desk isn’t open any time the store is open; its hours vary by location. Typically, you can get a money order between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.[1]
You might want to contact your local Stop & Shop to check its customer service hours before visiting.
Does Stop & Shop Cash Money Orders?
While you can purchase money orders at Stop & Shop, you can’t cash them — even those purchased at Stop & Shop — at any of the chain’s locations.[1]
See our list of other places that cash money orders.
More Information
For more information about money orders, see our money order FAQ.
Lindsey Desmet
My question is: does Stop & Shop transfer money with Western Union or only issue money orders?
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Hello, Susan! Great question! We contacted several Stop & Shop locations and were told that Stop & Shop can do Western Union money transfers, in addition to money orders. Best of luck with your transaction!