Can I Buy a Money Order With a Credit Card?

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Paying with a credit card is possible, but not advised
- Issuers usually charge a cash advance fee, often $10 or 5% of the advance amount, whichever is greater.
- Interest on cash advances starts accruing immediately. There is no grace period, as you might have with normal purchases.
- The interest rate for cash advances is often higher than it is for purchases.
- Cash advances are often capped at a certain amount.
Other (better) ways to purchase money orders
- Cash.
- Debit card.
- Traveler’s check.
- Transfer from your bank.
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