The Bank Identification Number (BIN) 491208 is issued by HSBC UAE in UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. This is a VISA CREDIT card with Unknown 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 491208, you can determine: the card network (VISA), whether it's a credit, debit, or prepaid card (CREDIT), the card level (Unknown), the issuing bank (HSBC UAE), and the country of issuance (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES). This information is useful for payment processors, merchants, and fraud prevention systems.