BIN 557003
DIAMOND TRUST BANK KENYA, LTD. • UGANDA • MASTERCARD
About BIN 557003
BIN 557003 is a MASTERCARD credit card operating on the BUSINESS payment network, issued by DIAMOND TRUST BANK KENYA, LTD. in UGANDA (UG). 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 557003?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 557003 identifies DIAMOND TRUST BANK KENYA, LTD. 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 557003?
BIN 557003 was issued by DIAMOND TRUST BANK KENYA, LTD., a financial institution operating in UGANDA. Their official website is http://www.dtbafrica.com.
In which country is BIN 557003 registered?
BIN 557003 is registered in UGANDA (country code: UG). The issuing bank, DIAMOND TRUST BANK KENYA, LTD., holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in UGANDA. Transactions on these cards typically involve UGANDA-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 557003 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 557003 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 557003 use?
BIN 557003 operates on the MASTERCARD payment network using the BUSINESS 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 557003?
The primary currency associated with BIN 557003 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in UGANDA. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 557003 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 557003 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.
