MCC 7832: Motion Picture Theaters
MCC 7832 is the merchant category code for motion picture theaters. Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express assign it to businesses such as movie theaters, drive-ins, and cinema chains.
- Code
- 7832
- Category group
- Business Services
- Risk rating
- Standard risk
Which businesses use MCC 7832?
Acquiring banks assign MCC 7832 to merchants whose primary line of business is motion picture theaters. Common examples include:
- Movie theaters
- Drive-ins
- Cinema chains
Is MCC 7832 considered high risk?
Most acquirers approve this MCC with standard underwriting, no rolling reserve, and access to the lowest interchange categories.
How does MCC 7832 affect processing fees?
MCC 7832 determines which interchange category Visa and Mastercard apply to each transaction. Codes in the business services range share interchange programs, so two merchants with the same card mix but different MCCs can pay different wholesale rates.
Frequently asked questions
What does MCC 7832 mean?
MCC 7832 is the merchant category code for Motion Picture Theaters. Card networks use it to classify transactions from businesses such as movie theaters, drive-ins, and cinema chains.
Is MCC 7832 high risk?
MCC 7832 is generally rated standard risk. Most acquirers approve this MCC with standard underwriting, no rolling reserve, and access to the lowest interchange categories.
Can a business change its MCC from 7832?
A business can request a different MCC through its acquiring bank. The acquirer reviews what the business actually sells and reassigns the code only if 7832 does not describe the primary line of business.