BIN 486694
BANK OF THE BAHAMAS, LTD. • BAHAMAS • VISA
About BIN 486694
BIN 486694 is a VISA debit card operating on the PREPAID PURCHASING payment network, issued by BANK OF THE BAHAMAS, LTD. in BAHAMAS (BS). 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 486694?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 486694 identifies BANK OF THE BAHAMAS, LTD. 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 486694?
BIN 486694 was issued by BANK OF THE BAHAMAS, LTD., a financial institution operating in BAHAMAS. Their official website is http://www.bankbahamasonline.com.
In which country is BIN 486694 registered?
BIN 486694 is registered in BAHAMAS (country code: BS). The issuing bank, BANK OF THE BAHAMAS, LTD., holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in BAHAMAS. Transactions on these cards typically involve BAHAMAS-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 486694 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 486694 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 486694 use?
BIN 486694 operates on the VISA payment network using the PREPAID PURCHASING card scheme. This means all transactions made with cards carrying this BIN are routed and processed through VISA's global payment infrastructure.
What currency is associated with BIN 486694?
The primary currency associated with BIN 486694 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in BAHAMAS. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 486694 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 486694 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.
