MCC 7278 - Shopping 
The Merchant Category Code (MCC) 7278, identified as "Shopping," pertains to various personal services typically associated with dating services and escort services. The overarching purpose of this MCC is to categorize businesses that facilitate interactions between individuals for social and recreational purposes. This includes dating platforms, matchmaking services, and other related enterprises that offer matchmaking and companionship services.
Types of Services
- Dating Services: Businesses that provide online or in-person matchmaking services to singles seeking romantic connections.
- Escort Services: Facilitated companionship services, where individuals are hired for companionship purposes (please note the legal variances in different regions for these services).
- Social Clubs: Organizations or platforms that connect people for communal activities potentially including dating activities.
Related MCCs
- MCC 7261: Counseling Services: Differs by focusing on professional services offering personal, marriage, or psychological counseling rather than social matchmaking.
- MCC 7995: Betting, including Lottery Tickets, Casino Gaming Chips, Off-Track Betting, and Wagers at Race Tracks: Although somewhat related in leisure spending, this code deals specifically with betting activities.
- MCC 4816: Computer Network/Information Services: While this could cover some computing aspects of online dating platforms, it predominantly refers to broader information services.
FAQs
- What does MCC 7278 cover?
- It covers businesses offering dating and social interaction services, such as matchmaking and companionship. - Is using MCC 7278 limited to online services?
- No, it includes both online and offline services facilitating personal connections. - Are businesses under MCC 7278 regulated?
- Yes, businesses are subject to regional regulations, especially those providing escort services, where legality varies widely.
MCC Categories
Agricultural Services Airlines Business Services Car rent Cars and vehicles Clothing stores Contract services Entertainment services Government Services Hotels / Resorts Mail / Telephone Sales Membership оrganizations Miscellaneous Stores Not categorized Personal services Professional services Repair services Retail Outlet Services Service provider Transportation Services Utility Services Wholesale suppliers and manufacturers