A bank account number is usually eight to 12 digits long, but some account numbers have up to 17 digits. Note that this is not the same as your debit card number or credit card number.

Learn where to find your account number on a check. We'll distinguish routing numbers, account numbers, and check numbers for convenience when banking.

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.

If you’re looking to get a new checking or savings account, you don’t need to leave home. Check out our guide explaining how to open a bank account online.

Business banking services are provided by Piermont Bank, Member FDIC. The funds in your account are FDIC-insured up to $250,000 per depositor for each account ownership category.