You can use either a restrictive endorsement (for deposit only, followed by your signature), a special endorsement (pay to XYZ Bank, followed by your signature), or a combination special restrictive endorsement (pay to XYZ bank for deposit only, followed by your signature). A blank endorsement (your signature only) is also acceptable for depositing a check, although it's not wise to add such an endorsement until you're at the bank.
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You can use either a restrictive endorsement (for deposit only, followed by your signature), a special endorsement (pay to XYZ Bank, followed by your signature), or a combination special restrictive endorsement (pay to XYZ bank for deposit only, followed by your signature). A blank endorsement (your signature only) is also acceptable for depositing a check, although it's not wise to add such an endorsement until you're at the bank.
