BIN 230685
BANCO ALFA SA • BRAZIL • MASTERCARD
About BIN 230685
BIN 230685 is a MASTERCARD credit card operating on the STANDARD payment network, issued by BANCO ALFA SA in BRAZIL (BR). 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 230685?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 230685 identifies BANCO ALFA SA 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 230685?
BIN 230685 was issued by BANCO ALFA SA, a financial institution operating in BRAZIL.
In which country is BIN 230685 registered?
BIN 230685 is registered in BRAZIL (country code: BR). The issuing bank, BANCO ALFA SA, holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in BRAZIL. Transactions on these cards typically involve BRAZIL-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 230685 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 230685 belongs to the credit 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 230685 use?
BIN 230685 operates on the MASTERCARD payment network using the STANDARD 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 230685?
The primary currency associated with BIN 230685 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in BRAZIL. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 230685 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 230685 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.
