You may have heard that Visa, in partnership with a diverse group of stakeholders in the payments ecosystem, has expanded the length of Bank Identification Numbers (BINs) on the Visa system from six to eight digits. Since Visa is now only assigning 8-digit BINs for new payment credentials, it is imperative that every part of the payments chain is ready to process 6- and 8-digit BINs. Learn more about this update

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How do I make sure my business is ready for the 8-digit industry change?
How can my business get expert support from Visa?
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How can Visa support help my business?
Visa offers valuable resources on security compliance, disputed charges (chargebacks), transaction fees, business rules and several other topics, helping you run business operations smoothly.
Can I get help from Visa with disputed charges or chargebacks?
Yes, Visa offers dedicated support and expert guidance to help businesses understand, manage and respond to disputed charges or chargebacks. Choose the way you’d like to connect above.
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