What is Merchant Category Code 4789: Transportation Services, Not Elsewhere Classified

Understanding Merchant Category Code 4789: Transportation Services, Not Elsewhere Classified

Payment processors assign a four-digit Merchant Category Code (MCC) to classify a business by its goods or services. These codes, established by the ISO (International Organization for Standardization), are universally accepted by most card-issuing organisations.

MCC 4789: Transportation Services, Not Elsewhere Classified, encompasses many transport services that don’t fall under traditional categories.  For a primer on these codes and their importance, read about MCCs and their business significance.

What Types of Businesses Fall Under MCC 4789?

MCC 4789 covers enterprises offering specialised transportation services. These include:

• Chauffeur Services: Providing luxurious and private transportation.
• Limousine & Taxi Companies: Offering point-to-point and scheduled transportation.
• Shuttle Services: Facilitating group travel, often for corporate or airport transfers.

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