What is Merchant Category Code MCC 8398: Charitable and Social Service Organizations

Merchant Category Code (MCC) 8398 is a code used by major card schemes such as Visa and Mastercard and by card processors to identify and manage transactions tied to Charitable and Social Service Organizations.

What Types of Businesses Fall Under MCC 8398?

MCC 8398 encompasses a wide array of non-profit organizations dedicated to various charitable and social services.

These include:

• Charitable Organisations: Entities that engage in fundraising for charitable endeavours.
• Social Service Providers: Organisations dedicated to providing essential social services.
• Civic Organisations: Groups designed to foster community growth and support.
• Advocacy Groups: Organisations that promote specific causes or interests.

For an overview of how merchant category codes can affect your business, learn more here.

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