BIN 455240
BANK OF VALLETTA P.L.C • MALTA • VISA
About BIN 455240
BIN 455240 is a VISA credit card operating on the CLASSIC payment network, issued by BANK OF VALLETTA P.L.C in MALTA (MT). 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 455240?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 455240 identifies BANK OF VALLETTA P.L.C 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 455240?
BIN 455240 was issued by BANK OF VALLETTA P.L.C, a financial institution operating in MALTA. You may reach them by phone at +35621312020. Their official website is http://www.bov.com.
In which country is BIN 455240 registered?
BIN 455240 is registered in MALTA (country code: MT). The issuing bank, BANK OF VALLETTA P.L.C, holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in MALTA. Transactions on these cards typically involve MALTA-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 455240 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 455240 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 455240 use?
BIN 455240 operates on the VISA payment network using the CLASSIC 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 455240?
The primary currency associated with BIN 455240 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in MALTA. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 455240 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 455240 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.
