What is Merchant Category Code (MCC) 9399: Government Services (Not Elsewhere Classified)

What is MCC 9399: Government Services (Not Elsewhere Classified)?

Merchant Category Code (MCC) 9399 is a designation used for transactions with entities providing government services not classified elsewhere. This category enables clear identification and processing of payments by financial institutions and payment processors.

What Types of Services Fall Under MCC 9399?

MCC 9399 includes a range of government services that are essential but don’t fit into other specific MCCs and agencies that administer and process local, state, and federal fines.

These include:

• Government Agencies: Local, regional, and national government administrative offices.
• Tax Offices: Units responsible for collecting taxes and associated duties.
• Public Registries: Offices that manage public records, such as land or civil registration.
• Licensing Agencies: Entities issuing various permits and licences.

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