Your account number is on your debit card, checks, and online banking
Your Chase checking account number appears in three places you can reach right now: the bottom left of your debit card, the bottom left of any check you have, or your Chase online banking portal. The fastest route is your debit card if you have it with you. If you need it when ready and your card is not nearby, log into Chase.com or the Chase mobile app and look at your account details.
The account number is a 10-digit code. It sits between the routing number (on the left) and the check number (on the right) when you look at a check. On your debit card, it appears after the card number itself, printed smaller at the bottom.
You will need this number if you are setting up direct deposit, arranging a wire transfer, or giving payment instructions to an employer or creditor. Having it on hand saves a phone call to Chase customer service.
Key Takeaways
- Your Chase checking account number is a 10-digit code printed on your debit card, checks, and visible in your online account.
- On a check, the account number sits in the middle of the three numbers at the bottom, between the routing number and check number.
- On your debit card, the account number appears below the card number itself in smaller print on the front or back.
- You can view your account number by logging into Chase.com or the Chase mobile app under your account details or statements.
Finding it on your debit card
Look at the bottom of your Chase debit card. You will see a series of numbers printed in small type. The longest number (usually 16 digits) is your card number. when ready after that, you will see a shorter 10-digit number — that is your account number.
The placement varies slightly depending on whether your card is Visa or Mastercard and when it was issued, but it is always at the bottom in the same line as the card number. If the print is hard to read, hold the card under a light or use your phone's camera to zoom in on a photo.
Finding it on a check
Open your checkbook and look at the bottom of any check. You will see three separate groups of numbers printed in a special magnetic ink. Read from left to right: the first group is your routing number (nine digits), the second group is your account number (10 digits), and the third group is the check number (four to five digits).
The account number is always in the middle. If you have not written any checks yet, you can order a starter set from Chase or ask for a duplicate at a branch — they will print your account number on it.
Finding it in your Chase online account
Log into Chase.com using your username and password, or open the Chase mobile app. Once you are signed in, select the checking account you want to view. Your account number will appear on the account summary page, usually near the top or in a section labeled "Account Details" or "Account Information."
You can also find it by clicking on "Statements" or "Documents" and opening any recent statement — your account number is printed at the top of every statement Chase sends you. This method works even if you do not have your card or checks with you.
What to do if you cannot find your account number
If your debit card is lost, your checks are not yet arrived, and you cannot access online banking, call Chase customer service at the number on the back of any Chase card or visit a Chase branch in person. A representative can read your account number to you over the phone or print it for you at the branch.
Have your Social Security number, date of birth, and a photo ID ready. The call usually takes less than five minutes. Chase customer service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Why you need your account number and what it is used for
Your account number identifies your specific checking account within Chase's system. It is different from your routing number (which identifies Chase as a bank) and different from your card number (which identifies your debit card). You need the account number when you set up direct deposit with an employer, arrange an incoming wire transfer, or give payment instructions to a creditor or utility company.
Some online bill pay services also ask for it, though many will accept just your routing number and account number together. Never share your account number with someone you do not trust, but it is safe to give it to your employer, your bank, or a company you are paying intentionally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my account number the same as my card number?
No. Your card number is 16 digits and identifies your debit card itself. Your account number is 10 digits and identifies your checking account. Both appear on your debit card, but they are separate codes. If you lose your card, your account number stays the same even after Chase sends you a replacement card with a new card number.
Can I use my account number to make purchases online?
No. Online purchases require your full card number, expiration date, and CVV security code. Your account number alone cannot be used to buy anything. It is used only for bank-to-bank transfers, direct deposit, and bill payments where you are authorizing a company to pull money from your account.
What is the routing number and how is it different from my account number?
Your routing number is a nine-digit code that identifies Chase Bank itself, not your individual account. It is the same for all Chase customers in your region. Your account number identifies your specific checking account. Together, they tell another bank where to send money when you receive a transfer or direct deposit.
Will my account number change if I close and reopen my account?
Yes. If you close your checking account and open a new one later, Chase will assign you a new account number. The old number becomes inactive. If you reopen an account within a short time, ask Chase whether they can restore your old account number — sometimes they can, but it is not may provide.