BIN 531196
FIRST ABU DHABI BANK PJSC • SAUDI ARABIA • MASTERCARD
About BIN 531196
BIN 531196 is a MASTERCARD debit card operating on the PLATINUM payment network, issued by FIRST ABU DHABI BANK PJSC in SAUDI ARABIA (SA). 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 531196?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 531196 identifies FIRST ABU DHABI BANK PJSC 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 531196?
BIN 531196 was issued by FIRST ABU DHABI BANK PJSC, a financial institution operating in SAUDI ARABIA. Their official website is https://www.bankfab.com.
In which country is BIN 531196 registered?
BIN 531196 is registered in SAUDI ARABIA (country code: SA). The issuing bank, FIRST ABU DHABI BANK PJSC, holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in SAUDI ARABIA. Transactions on these cards typically involve SAUDI ARABIA-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 531196 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 531196 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 531196 use?
BIN 531196 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 531196?
The primary currency associated with BIN 531196 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in SAUDI ARABIA. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 531196 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 531196 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.
