MCC 7393 - Detective agencies 
MCC 7393 refers to businesses classified under 'Detective Agencies.' This MCC is primarily used for companies that provide investigative services to individuals and organizations. These services often involve gathering and analyzing information, whether for civil, business, or criminal matters.
Types of Services
- Private Investigation: Agencies providing services to individuals for personal matters such as background checks or surveillance.
- Corporate Investigations: Services targeted at businesses which may include fraud investigations, asset tracing, and corporate espionage checks.
- Legal Support Services: Assisting law firms with case preparation, evidence gathering, and witness location.
- Security Services: Offering risk assessments, typically for corporate clients, and advanced surveillance measures.
Related MCCs
- MCC 7394: Equipment Rental and Leasing Services: While this MCC covers rental services, businesses might leverage equipment such as surveillance devices from these providers.
- MCC 7395: Information Retrieval Services: Complementary to detective agencies, these services specialize in obtaining specific data and records.
- MCC 5999: Miscellaneous and Specialty Retail Stores: Includes businesses providing niche services or products that might assist in investigative work, such as specialty surveillance equipment.
FAQs
- What exactly falls under a detective agency?
- Detective agencies include firms offering services like private investigations, surveillance, or legal support investigations. - Can detective agencies work internationally?
- Some large firms do operate internationally, but many services are region-specific due to legal and regulatory constraints. - Does MCC 7393 include security services?
- While primarily focused on investigative services, some detective agencies may also offer security analysis indirectly linked to their investigations. - How does a business qualify for MCC 7393?
- A business needs to offer recognized investigative services, typically requiring licensing and adherence to national or regional legal standards.
MCC Categories
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