About BIN 489979
The Bank Identification Number 489979 identifies cards issued by Sampath Bank PLC on the Visa network in Sri lanka. Cards in this range are credit cards. Card numbers starting with these digits are routed to the issuing institution during payment authorization.
A BIN (Bank Identification Number) - also called an IIN (Issuer Identification Number) - is the first 6-8 digits of a payment card. It reveals the card network, issuer, country, and funding type, but never identifies an individual cardholder or account.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bank issued BIN 489979?
BIN 489979 is issued by Sampath Bank PLC in Sri lanka.
What card network does BIN 489979 belong to?
BIN 489979 belongs to the Visa network and is a credit card.
Is it safe to look up BIN 489979?
Yes. BIN data covers only the first 6-8 digits of a card and is public industry information used by merchants and payment processors. It cannot identify any individual card or cardholder.