MCC Code
4829
Category
Wire Transfers / Money Orders
Reward Category
Finance
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What MCC code does Venmo use?
Venmo uses MCC 4829 — Wire Transfers / Money Orders. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Venmo by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Venmo count as wire transfers / money orders for credit card rewards?
Yes — Venmo codes as Wire Transfers / Money Orders (MCC 4829), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a wire transfers / money orders category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Venmo?
The best card depends on how Venmo codes. Since it uses MCC 4829 (Wire Transfers / Money Orders), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.