> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.payvessel.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Verify Bank Account

> Use bank account verification before linking a customer bank account to payouts or settlements

Bank account verification confirms whether a bank account aligns with the submitted BVN and returns the resolved account-name details.

## Best For

* Linking payout accounts
* Reducing transfer failures
* Detecting name mismatches before funds movement

## What You Submit

You provide:

* BVN
* Bank code
* Bank account number

## What You Get Back

The response includes:

* `verify_result`
* `bank_account_name`
* `name_match_percentage`

## How To Use It

* Auto-approve strong account-name matches
* Pause for review when the match percentage is low
* Use this before enabling withdrawals, settlements, or recipient creation