When depositing a check, which # do you write on the deposit slip?

Question

For years, when I deposit my paycheck (using the deposit slips that come with my checks), I always put the bank routing number (you know the number above the date, preprinted on the checks - usually a number like this 85-443 with a line under it), next to the amount on the deposit slip. For some reason I've always thought this was what they were asking for. But I've always wondered if the number they want is the check number (the unique # for the check, sequential).

Not one teller has ever said anything to me, so I thought I'd ask here. Am I doing it wrong? Does it even matter?

Just to clarify, the number I take off the check is NOT the routing number, like is at the bottom of my deposit slips and checks. It is next to the amount, and it looks like this

23-965
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8453

I always write the 23-965 in the spot on the deposit slip that says Check# because I was told that that number identifies the bank of the agency issuing the check (in my case, my work) I do this with all checks, even personal checks from family.

Answer 1

on the bottom of your check from left to right it reads your routing number, account number then check number

Answer 2

You dont have to put anything but the amount because you are using a deposit slip from your check book. Those deposit slips already have your checking account routing and account number printed directly on them. If you were to use one of the banks deposit slips, you would only need to provide your account number. Again your account number is already on the deposit slips that come with your check book. As stated in another posting, anything besides the amount that you put on that slip is purely for reference.

Answer 3

When I actually had to go to the bank to deposit a check (gotta love direct deposit) I never even used the deposit slips. I just went to the teller and asked her to deposit it. Never had any trouble doing it that way.

Answer 4

I don't even know if it matters,but the bank routing # gives whoever the name of the financial institute or bank. I do know when filling out a deposit form it is usually the check # of your paycheck. If your paycheck don't have one ASK the teller.

Answer 5

Since this is reference material anyway I put the name of the maker of the check. This is a lot more informative than some number.

Answer 6

on the bottom of the check you'll see 2 sets of numbers. like about 10 or so digits each, use the second one its your account number.

Answer 7

Get direct deposit, problem solved

Answer 8

The way you do it is the way I have done it for years. I can only assume at some point someone told me.

Answer 9

The only number you have to put is the amount. Anything else is just for your reference.

Answer 10

The way you do it is the way I was told, years ago.