MCC 5971
Art Dealers and Galleries
MCC Code
5971
Category
Art
Known Merchants
2+
About MCC 5971
Covers art dealers and galleries selling original artwork, prints, sculptures and related items. Artist supply and craft shops use 5970, and antique shops use 5932. Transactions can be high in value for original works and may be paid in instalments or by deposit.
Merchant Information
Commercial art galleries, art dealers and fine art print sellers. Auction houses selling art may use other codes, and some galleries also sell framing services.
Best credit card for MCC 5971
Merchants Using MCC 5971
API Access
MCC 5971 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used to classify businesses that provide art dealers and galleries. This code falls under the Art category.
Credit card networks like Visa and Mastercard use MCC 5971 to:
- Categorize transactions at merchants classified as "Art Dealers and Galleries"
- Determine rewards and cashback eligibility for cardholders
- Enable expense tracking and reporting for businesses
- Power fraud detection systems
Developers can access MCC 5971 data through our REST API. Use our merchant lookup feature to automatically categorize transactions or build financial tools that require merchant classification.
Credit card rewards programs use MCC codes to determine which purchases qualify for bonus categories. If your credit card offers enhanced rewards on art spending, transactions at merchants using MCC 5971 may qualify.
Common cards that may offer bonuses on art purchases include:
- Cards with rotating quarterly categories
- Category-specific cards (dining, travel, etc.)
- Premium cards with broad category bonuses
Always check your card's terms to verify which MCC codes qualify for bonus rewards.
What is MCC code 5971?
MCC 5971 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code that classifies businesses as "Art Dealers and Galleries". This code falls under the Art category and is used by credit card networks to categorize transactions.
What types of businesses use MCC 5971?
Businesses classified under MCC 5971 typically include those that provide art dealers and galleries. We have 2+ merchants in our database using this MCC code.
Does MCC 5971 qualify for credit card rewards?
Whether MCC 5971 qualifies for bonus rewards depends on your credit card's terms. Cards that offer bonuses on art spending may reward transactions at merchants using this code. Check your card's reward categories to confirm.
How can I look up MCC 5971 programmatically?
You can access MCC 5971 data through our REST API. Sign up for a free API key to query MCC codes, get merchant mappings, and integrate MCC data into your applications.