Merchant category codes (MCCs) that range from 9000 to 9999 are reserved for government services
This covers a lot of different payments that can be made to governmental entities. For example, paying court costs, alimony, and bail or bond payments all fall in this range. But, more mundane payments like electronic tax filing or payments made to mail a letter also belong here.
Examples of specific MCCs in this range include:
| MCC | Description |
| 9223 | Bail & Bond Payments |
| 9311 | Tax Payments |
| 9402 | Postal Services |
| 9405 | US Federal Government Agencies |
Some businesses in this range are regarded as high risk based on the type of service they provide. Bail and bond payments (MCC code 9223) are considered high risk, as you’re dealing with individuals who may later fail to appear in court. However, most MCCs in this range are not in the high-risk category.
