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5661

MCC 5661: Shoe Stores — Credit Card Bonus Rates

Also classified as:
Visa: “Shoe Stores”
MC: “Shoe Stores”
Quick Answer

MCC 5661 covers SHOE STORES merchants, classified under apparel. To maximize rewards at these businesses, look for credit cards with broad spending bonuses or apparel category multipliers. MCC Lookup Tool to find which cards earn bonus rewards here.

Shoe stores like Nike, Adidas, and Skechers use MCC 5661. Purchases of shoes, boots, and sandals are coded here.

Common Confusion

Cardholders often mistake that accessories or clothing from shoe stores don't qualify under this category.

Related MCC Codes

5611Men’s and Boy’s Clothing and Accessories Stores 5621Women’s Ready-to-Wear Stores 5631Women’s Accessory and Specialty Shops 5641Children’s and Infant’s Wear Stores 5651Family Clothing Stores 5655Sports Apparel, Riding Apparel Stores 5681Furriers and Fur Shops 5691Men’s and Women’s Clothing Stores

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCC code 5661? +

MCC 5661 stands for Shoe Stores. It is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used by payment networks to classify businesses in the apparel category.

What types of businesses use MCC 5661? +

Merchants classified under MCC 5661 (Shoe Stores) operate in the apparel sector. Card networks assign this code during merchant onboarding based on the primary business activity.

Which credit cards earn bonus rewards at MCC 5661 merchants? +

MCC 5661 (Shoe Stores) is not currently a dedicated bonus category for most major credit cards. For apparel 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 5661 merchants? +

Currently, no credit cards in our database have a dedicated bonus category for MCC 5661 (Shoe Stores). 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 apparel spending.

What merchants are classified under MCC 5661? +

MCC 5661 is assigned to businesses providing shoe stores services. While this is a less common merchant category, any purchase that posts with code 5661 will be classified as 'Shoe Stores' by your card issuer, which determines whether apparel category bonuses apply to that transaction.

What is the difference between MCC 5661 and MCC 5611? +

MCC 5661 (Shoe Stores) and MCC 5611 (Men’s and Boy’s Clothing and Accessories Stores) are both in the apparel category but cover distinct merchant types. MCC 5661 is used for shoe stores businesses, while MCC 5611 is assigned to men’s and boy’s clothing and accessories stores 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.

Data verified Mar 2026 · Methodology · Advertiser Disclosure