BIN 679838
R. RAPHAEL & SONS PLC • NETHERLANDS • MAESTRO
About BIN 679838
BIN 679838 is a MAESTRO debit card operating on the PREPAID payment network, issued by R. RAPHAEL & SONS PLC in NETHERLANDS (NL). 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 679838?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 679838 identifies R. RAPHAEL & SONS PLC 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 679838?
BIN 679838 was issued by R. RAPHAEL & SONS PLC, a financial institution operating in NETHERLANDS. Their official website is https://www.raphaelsbank.com.
In which country is BIN 679838 registered?
BIN 679838 is registered in NETHERLANDS (country code: NL). The issuing bank, R. RAPHAEL & SONS PLC, holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in NETHERLANDS. Transactions on these cards typically involve NETHERLANDS-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 679838 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 679838 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 679838 use?
BIN 679838 operates on the MAESTRO payment network using the PREPAID card scheme. This means all transactions made with cards carrying this BIN are routed and processed through MAESTRO's global payment infrastructure.
What currency is associated with BIN 679838?
The primary currency associated with BIN 679838 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in NETHERLANDS. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 679838 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 679838 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.
