Learn how to identify and locate your bank routing number, checking account number and check number with this helpful guide from Nationwide.

On every check there is a number that corresponds with the bank where you have a checking account. You can find this number towards the top right of your check.

Dec 4, 2025 · Becoming familiar with the various parts of a check is important. The front of a check has most of the information about the transaction, including the names of all parties …

Aug 20, 2025 · The Bank ID on a check is a nine-digit code that identifies the bank and branch where the check is drawn. It's usually located in the bottom left corner of the check. This code …

Aug 4, 2022 · You’ve got a check in your hand, and it looks like a secret code. You need to find the account and routing numbers, probably for direct deposit or to set up a payment.

The amount of a check is withdrawn directly from your account using the sequence of numbers at the bottom of the check as identifiers. These three blocks of numbers typically include the …

Jan 29, 2025 · Curious about what the different numbers on a check mean? Learn more about the anatomy of a check and the difference between routing and account numbers.

May 21, 2024 · The first nine digits on the left are the bank’s routing number, which is a unique code that identifies the institution where the account is held. When you cash a check, the …

The routing number is the first set of numbers in the lower left corner of your check. It’s always 9 digits long and identifies the financial institution connected to your account.

Aug 20, 2025 · Ever wonder how to read numbers on a check, specifically the routing number vs. account number? The routing number is the first set of digits on the left side. These nine …