BIN 472661
BGFIBANK • SENEGAL • VISA
About BIN 472661
BIN 472661 is a VISA debit card operating on the PREPAID payment network, issued by BGFIBANK in SENEGAL (SN). 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 472661?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 472661 identifies BGFIBANK 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 472661?
BIN 472661 was issued by BGFIBANK, a financial institution operating in SENEGAL.
In which country is BIN 472661 registered?
BIN 472661 is registered in SENEGAL (country code: SN). The issuing bank, BGFIBANK, holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in SENEGAL. Transactions on these cards typically involve SENEGAL-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 472661 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 472661 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 472661 use?
BIN 472661 operates on the VISA payment network using the PREPAID 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 472661?
The primary currency associated with BIN 472661 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in SENEGAL. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 472661 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 472661 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.
