Routing Number

Routing Number (RTN)
A Routing Transit Number (RTN) identifies financial institutions in the United States for the purpose of processing payments, such as checks and wire transfers. It is a critical component of effectively managing and routing financial transactions.
RTN (Routing Transit Number)
A Routing Transit Number (RTN) is a nine-digit numerical code used in the United States to identify a specific financial institution. These numbers are essential for various financial transactions, including fund transfers and direct deposits.
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In the UK, a sequence of numbers on a cheque, bank giro credit, or bank card that serves to identify the branch holding the account. The US equivalent is the routing number.

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