MCC 9399 - Government Services

Merchant Category Code 9399 is designated for Government Services. This MCC is primarily used to categorize transactions made to various government entities that provide a wide array of services to the public. It encompasses payments made to local, state, and federal governmental bodies for services such as utilities, permits, licenses, and other non-commercial activities.

Types of Services

• Utilities and Public Services: Payments for services such as water and sewage provided by government entities.
• Permits and Licenses: Fees associated with the issuance of building permits, business licenses, and other regulatory certifications.
• Fines and Fees: Payments for fines related to traffic violations, court fees, and other governmental penalties.
• Public Education: Tuition or related payments to state-run educational institutions.

Related MCCs

• MCC 9402: Postal Services – Government Only: Specifically caters to governmental postal services, setting it apart from services like MCC 9399 that cover broader governmental transactions.
• MCC 9311: Tax Payments: Focuses exclusively on payments made to tax collection agencies, distinguishing it from the broader services under MCC 9399.
• MCC 9222: Fines: Specifically covers fines imposed by the government, whereas MCC 9399 includes a wider range of services.

FAQs

• What types of payments fall under MCC 9399?
  - Payments for government-provided services such as utilities, permits, and fees generally use MCC 9399.
• Can transactions for private sector services use MCC 9399?
  - No, MCC 9399 is exclusively for transactions involving government services.
• How does MCC 9399 affect credit card rewards or fees?
  - This depends on the card issuer’s policies regarding purchases categorized under government services, which may not always qualify for rewards or may incur additional fees.

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• U. S. Forest Service - 3900 Masthead Street Northeast, Albuquerque
• New Mexico Department of Game and Fish - 7816 Alamo Road Northwest, Albuquerque

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