First Bank Richmond VA Routing Number: Complete Guide

What is the First Bank Richmond VA routing number?

First Bank in Richmond, Virginia uses routing number 051503394 for ACH transfers and direct deposits. First Bank is a community bank serving the greater Richmond area and surrounding Virginia communities with personal and commercial banking services.

The name First Bank is shared by many banks across the country. This routing number applies specifically to First Bank in the Richmond, Virginia market. Always verify your routing number by checking your checks or online banking.

How to find your First Bank routing number

Your First Bank routing number is printed on the bottom-left corner of your checks. The first nine digits are the routing number, followed by your account number and then the check number.

You can also access your routing number through First Bank online banking or the mobile app. Navigate to your account details to view the routing number. Customer service is available for additional help.

First Bank wire transfers

To send or receive a domestic wire transfer, you will need the First Bank routing number, your account number, and the full name on the account. Contact your branch to initiate wires and confirm same-day processing deadlines.

International wire transfers require a SWIFT code along with the domestic routing information. Contact First Bank customer service for the correct SWIFT code and current fee schedules for international transfers.

First Bank direct deposit

Set up direct deposit by providing your employer with routing number 051503394 and your First Bank checking account number. Payroll deposits are typically available by the morning of the scheduled pay date.

First Bank also supports ACH transfers for government benefits, tax refunds, pension payments, and recurring bill payments. You can manage these through online banking or at a branch.

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First Bank provides personalized banking for Richmond-area businesses. For companies that need a modern, scalable banking solution, Slash offers full ACH and wire transfer support, unlimited virtual cards, real-time expense management, and up to 2% cashback.

While First Bank focuses on local relationship banking, Slash is built for businesses that need digital-first financial operations — with multi-user access, spend controls, and native accounting integrations with QuickBooks and more.