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MCC Code
3729

MCC 3729: JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET — Credit Card Bonus Rates

Also classified as:
Visa: “JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET”
MC: “JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET”
Quick Answer

MCC 3729 covers JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET merchants, classified under airline. To maximize rewards at these businesses, look for credit cards with broad spending bonuses or airline category multipliers. MCC Lookup Tool to find which cards earn bonus rewards here.

John Ascuaga's Nugget in Las Vegas is a prime example of an establishment with MCC 3729. Other businesses include hotel casinos and resorts where gambling-related charges like slot machine play are recorded.

Common Confusion

Cardholders often think all casino expenses are coded as general entertainment, but MCC 3729 specifically captures gambling activities.

Related MCC Codes

3000UNITED AIRLINES 3001AMERICAN AIRLINES 3002PAN AMERICAN 3003Airlines 3004TRANS WORLD AIRLINES 3005BRITISH AIRWAYS 3006JAPAN AIRLINES 3007AIR FRANCE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCC code 3729? +

MCC 3729 stands for JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET. It is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used by payment networks to classify businesses in the airline category.

What types of businesses use MCC 3729? +

Merchants classified under MCC 3729 (JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET) operate in the airline sector. Card networks assign this code during merchant onboarding based on the primary business activity.

Which credit cards earn bonus rewards at MCC 3729 merchants? +

MCC 3729 (JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET) is not currently a dedicated bonus category for most major credit cards. For airline spending at these merchants, a flat-rate rewards card (1.5–2% on all purchases) is typically your most reliable option. Use our MCC Lookup Tool to find the best card for any specific merchant.

How many credit cards earn bonus rewards at MCC 3729 merchants? +

Currently, no credit cards in our database have a dedicated bonus category for MCC 3729 (JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET). Most purchases posting with this code will earn base rewards (typically 1–1.5x on everyday cards). A flat-rate cashback card is the most predictable choice for airline spending.

What merchants are classified under MCC 3729? +

MCC 3729 is assigned to businesses providing john ascuaga’s nugget services. While this is a less common merchant category, any purchase that posts with code 3729 will be classified as 'JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET' by your card issuer, which determines whether airline category bonuses apply to that transaction.

What is the difference between MCC 3729 and MCC 3000? +

MCC 3729 (JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET) and MCC 3000 (UNITED AIRLINES) are both in the airline category but cover distinct merchant types. MCC 3729 is used for john ascuaga’s nugget businesses, while MCC 3000 is assigned to united airlines merchants. Both may qualify for the same bonus category on your card — check your card's terms or use our MCC Lookup Tool to confirm.

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