Description :

How do I identify the numbers on my check?

For Personal Checks:

The Bank Number or Routing Number is a nine digit number that is found between the :| symbols. It is usually followed by your account number, which is usually followed by your check number, also located at the top right-hand corner.

Sometimes, however, the account number will follow the check number. Your account number can typically be found before or between the ||’ symbol and does not include the check number.

For Business Checks :

The Bank Number or Routing Number is a nine digit number that is found between the |: symbols. The check number comes first, followed by the routing number, which is followed by your account number.