MCC Code
5552
Category
Electric Vehicle Charging
Reward Category
Gas
Confirmed by
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Volta operates free and paid EV chargers; MCC 5552; free sessions may not produce a transaction
Best cards for Volta Charging
Hilton Honors Amex Surpass
6x pts on U.S. gas stations
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5% back on top spend category (auto)
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4% back on gas stations
4% back
Amex Blue Cash Preferred
3% back on U.S. gas stations
3% back
Amex Blue Cash Everyday
3% back on U.S. gas stations
3% back
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What MCC code does Volta Charging use?
Volta Charging uses MCC 5552 — Electric Vehicle Charging. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Volta Charging by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Volta Charging count as electric vehicle charging for credit card rewards?
Volta Charging does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 5552 (Electric Vehicle Charging), 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 Volta Charging?
The best card depends on how Volta Charging codes. Since it uses MCC 5552 (Electric Vehicle Charging), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.