BIN 521607
UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA PLC • SENEGAL • MASTERCARD
About BIN 521607
BIN 521607 is a MASTERCARD debit card operating on the PLATINUM payment network, issued by UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA PLC 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 521607?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 521607 identifies UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA 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 521607?
BIN 521607 was issued by UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA PLC, a financial institution operating in SENEGAL. Their official website is http://www.ubagroup.com.
In which country is BIN 521607 registered?
BIN 521607 is registered in SENEGAL (country code: SN). The issuing bank, UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA PLC, 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 521607 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 521607 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 521607 use?
BIN 521607 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 521607?
The primary currency associated with BIN 521607 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 521607 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 521607 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.
