How can I verify the routing number of the payee before I send a wire transfer?
Confirm the bank routing number provided on the ABA Routing Number Lookup website. Note that many scams involve use of valid routing numbers; therefore results provided by this website should not be taken as confirmation that a payee is legitimate.
Last Reviewed: April 2024
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