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Most Common MCC Codes: The Essential List for 2026

Quick reference guide to the most commonly used MCC codes including retail, dining, travel, and online shopping categories.

August 31, 20267 min read

This quick reference guide lists the most commonly encountered MCC codes across major spending categories. Bookmark this page for easy access when you need to check a code.

Grocery & Supermarkets

5411Grocery Stores, Supermarkets 5422Freezer and Locker Meat Provisioners 5441Candy, Nut, and Confectionery Stores 5451Dairy Products Stores 5462Bakeries

Restaurants & Dining

5812Eating Places, Restaurants 5813Drinking Places (Bars, Taverns)5814Fast Food Restaurants 5811Caterers

Gas Stations & Automotive

5541Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services)5542Automated Fuel Dispensers 5533Automotive Parts and Accessories Stores 7538Automotive Service Shops

Travel & Transportation

4511Airlines, Air Carriers 4722Travel Agencies, Tour Operators 7011Hotels, Motels, Resorts 4121Taxicabs/Limousines 7512Automobile Rental Agency

Retail & Shopping

5311Department Stores 5262Marketplaces 5399Miscellaneous General Merchandise 5310Discount Stores 5331Variety Stores

Entertainment & Recreation

7832Motion Picture Theaters 7941Sports Clubs/Fields 7922Theatrical Producers 7999Recreation Services 7994Video Game Arcades

Utilities & Services

4900Utilities - Electric, Gas, Heating Oil 4814Telecommunication Services 4816Computer Network/Information Services 6300Insurance Sales

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