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    Best credit card for MCC 5541 in the United States

    MCC 5541 · Service Stations · Fuel

    For MCC 5541 (Service Stations) in the United States, the Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card gives the highest cashback at 3% (cap: 2% and 3% categories combined: first $2,500 in net purchases per calendar quarter (Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec), then 1%).

    Tick the cards you hold to see which one to use here.

    Based on published card terms, last checked 2026-09-30. Rates, caps and exclusions change; confirm with your bank before relying on them.

    Cards ranked for MCC 5541

    Best overall

    1. 1.Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card3% cashback · cap: 2% and 3% categories combined: first $2,500 in net purchases per calendar quarter (Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec), then 1%≈ 3.0% back
    2. 2.Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card2 mpd≈ 2.6% back
    3. 3.Citi Double Cash Card2% cashback≈ 2.0% back
    4. 4.Wells Fargo Active Cash Card2% cashback≈ 2.0% back
    5. 5.Chase Freedom Unlimited1.5% cashback≈ 1.5% back

    Miles are converted at your mile value; points cards without a published point value are listed separately below.

    Miles cards

    • 1.Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      2 mpd

    Cashback cards

    • 1.Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card

      Choice category: Gas & EV charging stations (default)

      Cap 2% and 3% categories combined: first $2,500 in net purchases per calendar quarter (Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec), then 1%

      MCCs listed in the program rules (marinas, service stations, automated fuel dispensers, EV charging, fuel dealers). EV charging in parking lots and charging-station installation excluded. Only one choice category active at a time (default Gas & EV charging); it can be changed once per calendar month via Online/Mobile Banking. BofA Rewards / Preferred Rewards members earn 10%-75% more (e.g. 3% becomes up to 5.25%).

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      3% cashback
    • 2.Citi Double Cash Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      2% cashback
    • 3.Wells Fargo Active Cash Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      2% cashback
    • 4.Chase Freedom Unlimited

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1.5% cashback
    • 5.Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1% cashback
    • 6.Blue Cash Preferred Card from American Express

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1% cashback
    • 7.Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1% cashback
    • 8.Chase Freedom Flex

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1% cashback
    • 9.Citi Custom Cash Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1% cashback
    • 10.Discover it Cash Back

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1% cashback
    • 11.U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1% cashback

    Points cards

    • 1.Wells Fargo Autograph Card

      Gas stations and EV charging

      Cap Unlimited; Wells Fargo rounds each transaction to the nearest whole dollar to compute bonus points.

      Terms list Automated fuel dispensers, Electric vehicle charging stations, Gas stations. Purchases at auto repair stores, superstores, car washes, warehouse/membership clubs and grocery stores may not earn the bonus. Wells Fargo terms define the category by Visa merchant category names (not numeric codes); MCCs here are the Visa codes whose official titles match those names. Wells Fargo reserves the right to decide which purchases qualify; third-party payment accounts, mobile card readers and online marketplaces may not earn the bonus.

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      3 pts per $1
    • 2.American Express Gold Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1 pts per $1
    • 3.Chase Sapphire Preferred Card

      Base rate (no bonus for this MCC)

      Terms checked 2026-09-30 · Issuer terms ·

      1 pts per $1
    Sources (41)
    • Venture Rewards Travel Card | Capital One
    • Capital One Entertainment | Capital One
    • How To Earn and Redeem Capital One Miles | Capital One
    • Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Program Rules (CW2, July 2026)
    • Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card: Categories & Exclusions
    • Citi Double Cash Card | Citi.com
    • Citi Double Cash Credit Card Benefits | Citi.com
    • Citi Makes 5x Travel Earnings Permanent on 2 Credit Cards (Upgraded Points)
    • Wells Fargo Active Cash Visa Card Terms and Conditions (incl. Rewards Program Terms)
    • Chase Freedom Unlimited Credit Card
    • Chase rewards categories FAQs (category definitions, streaming and vacation-home merchant lists)
    • Blue Cash Everyday Card | American Express
    • Earn Cash Back | Blue Cash Everyday Benefits | American Express
    • Why the Amex Blue Cash Everyday is a good gas and supermarket card (CNN Underscored)
    • Blue Cash Preferred Card from American Express
    • Upgraded Points: streaming subscription list for the Amex Blue Cash Preferred
    • NerdWallet: Blue Cash Preferred adds 5 streamers to its 6%-back list
    • Savor Rewards: Cash Back on Dining & Grocery Stores | Capital One
    • Chase Freedom Flex Credit Card
    • Chase Freedom announces Q3 2026 5% cash back categories
    • Chase Freedom announces Q4 2026 5% cash back categories
    • Doctor of Credit: Chase Freedom 5% categories for Q4 2026
    • Citi Custom Cash Card Directory of Services (Summary of Terms and Conditions)
    • Citi Custom Cash Card | Citi.com
    • Citi Custom Cash Card (Frequent Miler)
    • Discover it Cash Back Credit Card
    • Discover 5% Cashback Bonus Calendar
    • Discover 5% Cashback Bonus quarterly offer terms (2026 quarters, official data feed behind the calendar)
    • Discover's 5% Cash-Back Bonus Categories for Q4 2026 (CNBC Select)
    • U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card
    • U.S. Bank Cash+ Rewards Program Rules
    • Cash+ Categories
    • Cash+ Categories (printable, effective November 2024)
    • Wells Fargo Autograph Visa Card Terms and Conditions (incl. Rewards Program Terms and Autograph addendum)
    • Earn Rewards Points for Streaming Services | Wells Fargo Autograph Visa
    • The American Express Gold Card
    • Amex newsroom: Gold Card introduces new and enhanced benefits (60th anniversary)
    • American Express Gold Card: points and rewards
    • Upgraded Points: Amex Gold Card adds benefits with no annual fee increase
    • Chase Sapphire Preferred Credit Card
    • Chase Sapphire Preferred with Ultimate Rewards Program Agreement (RPA0551_0560, 04/13/2026)
    Merchants in the United States using MCC 5541
    Hy-Vee GasONE9FastracHoliday OilKristLove's Alternative EnergyFAST STOPAlonGlobalHigh'sCarrollIngles Gas ExpressArcoKwik FillBig D OilDKClarkClean EnergyFlyersFriendly ExpressHeleHessDiamond ShamrockPacific Pride

    Highlighted merchants use MCC 5541 as their main code. Seen a different code? Report it.

    FAQ

    Which credit card is best for MCC 5541 in the United States?

    For MCC 5541 (Service Stations) in the United States, the Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Credit Card gives the highest cashback at 3% (cap: 2% and 3% categories combined: first $2,500 in net purchases per calendar quarter (Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec), then 1%).

    What is MCC 5541?

    MCC 5541 is the merchant category code for Service Stations (Fuel). MCC 5541 covers service stations, including fuel purchases made inside the station and, in some cases, related services such as car washes or minor repairs. It is often confused with 5542 (automated fuel dispensers), which is used for pay-at-the-pump transactions. Purchases at an attached convenience store may also be coded 5541 or 5499 depending on the setup.

    Which merchants in the United States use MCC 5541?

    Merchants in the United States seen with MCC 5541 include Hy-Vee Gas, ONE9, Fastrac, Holiday Oil, Krist, Love's Alternative Energy, FAST STOP, Alon. A merchant's MCC can differ by payment channel, so check the code on your statement.

    MCC Explorer is independent and not affiliated with any bank. Card rules are summarised from each issuer's published terms; we don't guarantee that a transaction will earn rewards.

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