Your bank routing number is a 9-digit code used to identify a financial institution in a transaction. It's based on the location of the bank where your account was opened.
Learn how to identify and use the routing number on your checks; apply for an ABA routing number; or use the routing number lookup.
Routing numbers are nine-digit numbers that identify the bank or credit union in a financial transaction.
A routing number is a 9-digit code that identifies your bank in electronic transactions like ACH transfers, wire transfers, and direct deposit. Learn how to find yours and when you need it.
What Is a Routing Number? How to Find Yours and What It’s Used For
What is a Routing Number? A routing number is a 9-digit code that identifies your bank in the American financial system. Think of it as your bank’s address in the digital world—it tells other financial institutions exactly where to find your bank when sending or receiving money.