MCC 7991: Tourist Attractions and Exhibits
MCC 7991 is the merchant category code for tourist attractions and exhibits. Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express assign it to businesses such as museums, tourist attractions, and exhibits.
- Code
- 7991
- Category group
- Business Services
- Risk rating
- Standard risk
Which businesses use MCC 7991?
Acquiring banks assign MCC 7991 to merchants whose primary line of business is tourist attractions and exhibits. Common examples include:
- Museums
- Tourist attractions
- Exhibits
Is MCC 7991 considered high risk?
Most acquirers approve this MCC with standard underwriting, no rolling reserve, and access to the lowest interchange categories.
How does MCC 7991 affect processing fees?
MCC 7991 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 7991 mean?
MCC 7991 is the merchant category code for Tourist Attractions and Exhibits. Card networks use it to classify transactions from businesses such as museums, tourist attractions, and exhibits.
Is MCC 7991 high risk?
MCC 7991 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 7991?
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 7991 does not describe the primary line of business.