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Does US Passport (State Dept.)
code as Government?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at US Passport (State Dept.) — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
9399
Category
Government Services
Reward Category
Government
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Best cards for US Passport (State Dept.)
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does US Passport (State Dept.) use?
US Passport (State Dept.) uses MCC 9399 — Government Services. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to US Passport (State Dept.) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does US Passport (State Dept.) count as government services for credit card rewards?
Yes — US Passport (State Dept.) codes as Government Services (MCC 9399), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a government services category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at US Passport (State Dept.)?
The best card depends on how US Passport (State Dept.) codes. Since it uses MCC 9399 (Government Services), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.