BIN 404255
PIRAEUS BANK, S.A. • GREECE • VISA
About BIN 404255
BIN 404255 is a VISA credit card operating on the Unknown payment network, issued by PIRAEUS BANK, S.A. in GREECE (GR). 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 404255?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 404255 identifies PIRAEUS BANK, 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 404255?
BIN 404255 was issued by PIRAEUS BANK, S.A., a financial institution operating in GREECE. Their official website is https://www.piraeusbank.gr.
In which country is BIN 404255 registered?
BIN 404255 is registered in GREECE (country code: GR). The issuing bank, PIRAEUS BANK, S.A., holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in GREECE. Transactions on these cards typically involve GREECE-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 404255 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 404255 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 404255 use?
BIN 404255 operates on the VISA payment network using the Unknown 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 404255?
The primary currency associated with BIN 404255 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in GREECE. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 404255 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 404255 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.
