The Bank Identification Number (BIN) 491720 is issued by BNP PARIBAS in FRANCE. This is a VISA DEBIT card with PREPAID TRAVEL MONEY 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 491720, you can determine: the card network (VISA), whether it's a credit, debit, or prepaid card (DEBIT), the card level (PREPAID TRAVEL MONEY), the issuing bank (BNP PARIBAS), and the country of issuance (FRANCE). This information is useful for payment processors, merchants, and fraud prevention systems.