Your bank routing number and checking account number are two important numbers you need to be able to locate—on a paper check, online or from the bank.

Though a routing number is specific to your bank or credit union, an account number is specific to each account. Account numbers vary in length but typically only go up to 12 digits.

Your check number can be found at the bottom of each check. The check number is on the far right-hand side following the routing number and the account number. Each check has a different check ...

You can find a bank account number on the bottom of your check or on a bank statement. Bank account numbers typically range from eight to 12 digits depending on the financial institution.

An account number is the unique code— usually eight to 12 digits —that identifies your banking information. The reason for this number is to set your account apart from the others at the bank.

When you get a bank account, your financial institution gives it an account number that differentiates it from other customers’ accounts. Understanding your account number is important since you ...

How to find your bank account number The easiest way to verify your account number is to contact your bank. This is an especially good idea if someone outside of Canada wants to send money to your ...

Business bank accounts may allow up to 500 transactions per month before a fee is applied. Consider how many transactions you’re likely to conduct in a given month when choosing an account.

You’ll need at least three things to open a bank account, maybe more, depending on the bank. If you’re going in person, double check you’ve got everything so you can get it done in one trip.