BIN 271978
BANCO SAFRA S/A • BRAZIL • MASTERCARD
About BIN 271978
BIN 271978 is a MASTERCARD credit card operating on the PLATINUM payment network, issued by BANCO SAFRA S/A 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 271978?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 271978 identifies BANCO SAFRA S/A 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 271978?
BIN 271978 was issued by BANCO SAFRA S/A, a financial institution operating in BRAZIL.
In which country is BIN 271978 registered?
BIN 271978 is registered in BRAZIL (country code: BR). The issuing bank, BANCO SAFRA S/A, 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 271978 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 271978 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 271978 use?
BIN 271978 operates on the MASTERCARD payment network using the PLATINUM 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 271978?
The primary currency associated with BIN 271978 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 271978 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 271978 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.
