BIN 222816
MASTERCARD - MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA REGION • EGYPT • MASTERCARD
About BIN 222816
BIN 222816 is a MASTERCARD debit card operating on the Unknown payment network, issued by MASTERCARD - MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA REGION in EGYPT (EG). The default settlement currency for this card is Unknown. This is not a prepaid card — it is linked to a standard bank account or credit facility. Card numbers beginning with this BIN pass the Luhn algorithm validation, confirming they are structurally valid card numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BIN 222816?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 222816 identifies MASTERCARD - MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA REGION as the issuing institution for cards carrying this prefix. These digits tell payment processors which bank issued the card before the full transaction is initiated.
Which bank issued BIN 222816?
BIN 222816 was issued by MASTERCARD - MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA REGION, a financial institution operating in EGYPT.
In which country is BIN 222816 registered?
BIN 222816 is registered in EGYPT (country code: EG). The issuing bank, MASTERCARD - MIDDLE EAST/AFRICA REGION, holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in EGYPT. Transactions on these cards typically involve EGYPT-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 222816 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 222816 belongs to the debit card category. This is not a prepaid card, so it is linked to a standard bank account or approved credit facility.
What payment network does BIN 222816 use?
BIN 222816 operates on the MASTERCARD payment network using the Unknown card scheme. This means all transactions made with cards carrying this BIN are routed and processed through MASTERCARD's global payment infrastructure.
What currency is associated with BIN 222816?
The primary currency associated with BIN 222816 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in EGYPT. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 222816 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 222816 pass the Luhn algorithm. The Luhn algorithm is a standard checksum formula used by payment systems to detect miskeyed or structurally invalid card numbers. A passing result confirms the number range is mathematically valid.
