Fill in the name of the payee. Follow these five simple steps for filling out a money order: Fill in the recipient's name.Write your address in the purchaser section. Fill it out: In addition to the payee's name, you'll need to add your name (and maybe your address) and sign the money order. 1 Check that the money order amount is correct. Fill in the recipient's name. 1. Write the recipient's name on a piece of paper. You'll need valid identification to purchase or cash a money order. Please be aware that forms will be displayed in a NEW browser window. This form must be signed in the presence of a notary public.