MCC Code
4121
Category
Taxicabs and Limousines
Reward Category
Travel
Confirmed by
PreSwipe team
Yellow taxi card terminals code as 4121 taxicab; earns travel not transit; some cards give bonus on this MCC
Best cards for NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal)
Citi Double Cash
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What MCC code does NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal) use?
NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal) uses MCC 4121 — Taxicabs and Limousines. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal) count as taxicabs and limousines for credit card rewards?
NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal) does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 4121 (Taxicabs and Limousines), which may not trigger the bonus category you're hoping for. Always check your card's terms.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal)?
The best card depends on how NYC Yellow Cab (Credit Card Terminal) codes. Since it uses MCC 4121 (Taxicabs and Limousines), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.