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Illustration representing Merchant Category Code classification for card transactions

Merchant & POS

What Does a Restricted/Prohibited MCC Mean?

The MCC code, or Merchant Category Code, is a 4-digit code used to classify merchants. Some MCC codes are restricted or prohibited, and POS terminals or card transactions may be blocked when such a code is used.

Illustration representing MCC codes used to classify merchants by category

Merchant & POS

What Is an MCC Code Used For?

Since the MCC code is a merchant's category code, it's critical for the checks performed during merchant onboarding and authorization, including campaigns and restrictions.

POS terminal used for processing card payments at a merchant

Merchant & POS

How Does a POS Device Communicate with the POS Bank?

A POS is a functional device with its own dedicated software, customized to the authorization system of the bank it is connected to, that accepts credit or debit cards. The POS and the authorization system communicate using the ISO 8583 standard.

POS terminal device used for processing card transactions

Online & Authorization

Response Codes That Can Be Received in Offline Transactions

Below are the possible response code values for offline transactions and their explanations: Response Code / Explanation - Y1: Approved offline, Z1: Declined offline, Y2: Approved after referral, and more.

Diagram of the Command APDU structure fields: CLA, INS, P1, P2, Lc, Data Field, Le

Online & Authorization

What is an APDU (Application Protocol Data Unit) Command?

An APDU is an application-level protocol defined in ISO 7816-4 and used between a smart card and a POS, ATM, etc. There are two types of APDU: Command APDU and Response APDU. The structure of the APDU is given below.