An ABA routing number is a nine-digit code assigned by the American Banker Association (ABA) that is used to identify financial institutions. When combined with your account number, it allows institutions to locate your individual account. Learn how to find your routing number and discover your U.S. Bank account options.
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The routing number is the nine-digit number printed in the bottom left corner of each check. It is followed by your account number in the bottom middle and then by the check number in the bottom right.
The fastest way to find your routing number is to look at one of your personal checks.
There are two other easy places to find your routing number: in the mobile app and in online banking.
There are two ways to find your routing number in the U.S. Bank Mobile App.
The easiest way is to open the app and select U.S. Bank Smart Assistant®. Then say, “What’s the routing number for my checking account?”
You can also log in and select the desired account from your dashboard. Then select the Manage tab followed by the Account & routing number tab.
Find your routing number via online banking by logging in and selecting the applicable account from your dashboard. In the top box, you’ll see your routing number along with the account name and the last four digits of your account number. If you need the full account number, just click on the icon to the right of the four digits.
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Financial institutions use your routing number every time you make a financial transaction in the United States. You’ll often be asked for this number when you set up direct deposits, make a wire transfer and pay bills online or by phone.
No. Routing numbers are used only for domestic transfers within the United States.
For international wire transfers, you may need a SWIFT code. SWIFT (which stands for the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) codes use between eight and 11 alphanumeric identifiers.
The U.S. Bank SWIFT code is USBKUS44IMT.
Yes. ABA routing numbers are always nine digits. They're used only for domestic transactions.
The routing number identifies the financial institution. It's the same for everyone who uses that institution. The account number identifies the specific account.
There are four easy ways to find your account number.
There are multiple ways, including through the U.S. Bank Mobile App, online banking, by phone or a branch.
Yes. While routing numbers are typically used for bank-to-bank transfers, there are other ways to send or receive money that don’t require one, including:
Be aware, these options may have limits on dollar amounts.
ABA numbers are used for paper or check transfers. ACH numbers are used for electronic transfers. Both help to make sure funds that are being transferred between financial institutions get to the right place.
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