The Bank Identification Number (BIN) 490979 is issued by STANDARD BANK ISLE OF MAN LIMITED in UNITED KINGDOM. This is a VISA DEBIT card with SIGNATURE level.
BIN (Bank Identification Number), also known as IIN (Issuer Identification Number), refers to the first 6 digits of a payment card number. These digits identify the card-issuing institution, card type, and other attributes used for routing and fraud prevention.
By looking up BIN 490979, you can determine: the card network (VISA), whether it's a credit, debit, or prepaid card (DEBIT), the card level (SIGNATURE), the issuing bank (STANDARD BANK ISLE OF MAN LIMITED), and the country of issuance (UNITED KINGDOM). This information is useful for payment processors, merchants, and fraud prevention systems.