How to Find a Routing Numbers?
On the bottom of paper checks from your bank, you can find your account and routing numbers. You can also see your routing number in your online banking. The routing number is the same for everyone at your bank, so you can look it up online. Make sure you check on a website that is really owned by your bank.
To find your routing number, you can check these places:
- Bank statement: Look at your bank statement. The routing number is usually at the top or bottom.
- Checkbook: On a check, the routing number is the first set of nine numbers at the bottom left corner.
- Online banking: Log in to your online bank account. The routing number is often in the account information or settings.
- Bank’s website or app: Some banks list routing numbers on their website or app, usually in the FAQs or help section.
- Call your bank: You can call your bank’s customer service for the routing number.
What Is a Routing Number ( Definition and How to Find It)
Routing Number: A nine-digit string used by banks to identify certain U.S. financial institutions is the routing number, commonly called an ABA routing number (short for the American Bankers Association). Banks need this number to send money back and forth. You can usually see the routing number on the bottom left corner of your checks.
Your routing number is a long set of numbers on the bottom of your checks. You use this number to get your paycheck or benefits put directly into your bank account. It’s important to know which number this is and how to use it for other things too. Keep reading to learn more about your routing number.