Why the MCC matters

Card networks use MCC 7800 to set interchange rates for this business type, decide whether purchases count toward category rewards, and flag special handling (for example cash-like or high-risk categories). Issuers and tax authorities rely on the same code, which is why the IRS classification appears above.

Nearby codes

76317641769276997801780278297832

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCC 7800?

MCC 7800 is the merchant category code for Government-Owned Lotteries under ISO 18245. Card networks use it to classify transactions at this type of business for interchange fees, rewards categories and tax reporting.

Is MCC 7800 IRS reportable?

See the IRS classification on this page.