“Check” and “cheque” mean the same thing; UAE banks print the British spelling “cheque” on their stationery. This page uses the American spelling because many businesses search for a check printing machine or check printing software. The software prints on bank-issued UAE checks with a standard laser printer.
What Check Printing Software Does in UAE
A check printing program takes the information you type — payee name, amount, date — and prints it in exactly the right position on your UAE bank cheque stationery. No hand-writing. No alignment guesswork. Every field lands where the bank printed the guide lines.
The software uses saved bank layouts to place each field. Select the matching layout, load the check into the printer, preview the result and print. For screenshots and the complete feature overview, see check printing software for UAE.
All UAE Banks
Emirates NBD, FAB, ADCB, Mashreq, DIB, RAKBANK, CBD, HSBC and more
Any Laser Printer
Use the printer you already own — no special check printer machine required
PDC Batch Printing
Print 12 post-dated cheques in one session with auto-incremented dates
Do You Need a Check Printer Machine?
A check printing machine does not have to be a dedicated piece of banking equipment. For an office that already owns a suitable laser printer, the missing part is usually the software and a correctly aligned layout. The printer moves the bank check through the paper path; the software decides where the payee, date and amounts appear.
If you need both parts, the check printer machine package combines a compact laser printer with the software and setup. If you already have a printer, install the software first and test the feed and alignment before buying more hardware.
| Option | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Check printing software + existing printer | AED 950 | An office that already has a compatible printer |
| Software + new laser printer bundle | AED 950 all-in | A complete printer-and-software setup |
What the Check Printing Software Prints
- Payee name — on the "Pay to" line, precisely positioned
- Amount in figures — in the amount box (e.g., AED 12,500.00)
- Amount in words — auto-generated (e.g., "Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Dirhams Only")
- Date — in DD/MM/YYYY format in the date field
- Everything else (MICR line, bank logo, account number) — already pre-printed on your stationery, untouched
Printing on Your Existing Bank Checks
You do not create a blank check or replace the checkbook supplied by your bank. The bank leaf already carries the bank name, account details, security design and MICR line. Check printing software adds only the variable payment information: who is paid, the date, the numeric amount and the amount in words.
Separate a leaf only as directed by your checkbook format, confirm its orientation, and place it in the manual or supported feed path. Before printing a live payment, use a test sheet cut to the same size. Compare that sheet against the bank check so you can correct placement without marking genuine stationery.
Check Alignment and Calibration
Alignment connects the on-screen layout to the physical printer. Begin with the correct bank template and confirm the check size and feed direction. Print a test layout, place it over the bank leaf, and inspect the date, payee line, words line and amount box. If every field shifts in the same direction, adjust the layout position in small steps and test again.
Keep one printer tray, paper guide and feed orientation consistent after calibration. A different tray or rotated leaf changes the starting point even when the saved check layout is unchanged. Preview every new payee and amount, especially when text is long, and never print over the bank’s MICR line, account details or signature area.
Bulk Check Printing and PDC Batches
Bulk check printing is useful when several payments share a schedule or when a set of post-dated checks must be prepared together. Enter or review each payee, amount and date, confirm the selected bank layout, and check the sequence before sending the batch to the printer. The bulk check printing guide explains the workflow in more detail.
A batch still needs physical control. Keep the bank leaves in order, make sure each printed leaf matches its record, and pause if the printer pulls a sheet incorrectly. Review the first printed check before continuing with the rest of the run.
Check Printing Software Cost in the UAE
The complete package is AED 950 and includes the printer, the software, setup and 1 year support. See the pricing page. If you want to check the fit first, the free trial prints 15 cheques on your own printer at no cost.
Choosing an Ordinary Laser Printer for Checks
The most important printer feature is a dependable paper path for the size and thickness of your bank checks. A manual-feed or adjustable tray makes it easier to hold the leaf straight against the guides. The printer driver must also use the intended paper size without scaling the page to fit, because automatic scaling can move every field away from its printed line or box.
Before using a current office printer, inspect how it accepts a single sheet and whether its guides can keep a narrow check square. Remove any “fit to page” setting, use the same orientation for each run, and keep the saved layout associated with that printer. If a different printer is used later, run calibration again instead of assuming both devices start at the same position.
A regular laser printer handles the variable text; it does not print the account number or MICR line. Those elements remain exactly as supplied by the bank. This distinction is why a check printing machine for a UAE office is usually a practical combination of bank-issued stationery, layout software and a stable laser printer rather than a machine that manufactures checks.
A Safe Check Printing Workflow
Start by selecting the bank and saved account layout. Enter the payee exactly as required, confirm the numeric amount, review the generated amount in words, and verify the date. Use the preview to look for long text that approaches the edge of its field. Then load one test sheet in the documented orientation and compare its output with the check leaf.
Once the test is aligned, print one live check and inspect it before continuing. Make sure no text touches the MICR area, pre-printed account details or signature space. For a batch, match each printed leaf to the on-screen record as it exits the printer. This deliberate sequence keeps software data, physical stationery and the final payment record together.
Bank Check Printing — All UAE Banks Supported
The software includes templates for every major UAE bank. Select your bank from the list, and the field positions automatically match your cheque stationery:
Download Free Check Printing Software
Try 15 cheques free. Works on Windows. No MICR printer or special check printer machine needed.
Download Free — Try 15 ChequesOr get the full package with printer: AED 950 all-in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is check printing software UAE?
Check printing software (also spelled cheque printing software in the UAE) is a Windows program that prints payee, amount, date, and amount-in-words onto your UAE bank cheque stationery — using any standard laser or inkjet printer.
Do I need a special check printer machine in UAE?
No. A standard laser printer can handle the physical printing while the software controls field placement. Test the feed direction and calibrate the layout for your bank check before printing a payment.
Is there free check printing software for UAE banks?
Yes. The download lets you print the first 15 checks at no cost. The complete package is AED 950 after the trial.
Which banks does the check printing software support?
The software supports all major UAE banks including Emirates NBD, FAB, ADCB, Mashreq, DIB, RAKBANK, CBD, HSBC UAE, and more. Templates are pre-loaded for each bank cheque layout.
Can I print on checks from my existing bank checkbook?
Yes. The software adds the payee, date, amount in figures and amount in words to the bank-issued check leaf you already have. It does not replace the bank's pre-printed stationery.
Can I print a batch of post-dated checks?
Yes. Bulk check printing lets you prepare multiple post-dated checks in one session, review the dates and details, and then print the batch on the matching bank checks.