MCC Code
5541
Category
Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services)
Reward Category
Gas
Confirmed by
PreSwipe team
Wawa is primarily known as a convenience store and food service chain but codes as a gas station MCC at most locations due to fuel sales volume
Best cards for Wawa
Hilton Honors Amex Surpass
6x pts on U.S. gas stations
6x pts
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
Costco Anywhere Visa
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 Wawa use?
Wawa uses MCC 5541 — Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services). This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Wawa by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Wawa count as service stations (with or without ancillary services) for credit card rewards?
Wawa does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 5541 (Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services)), 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 Wawa?
The best card depends on how Wawa codes. Since it uses MCC 5541 (Service Stations (with or without Ancillary Services)), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.