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MCC Code
6381

MCC 6381: Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work) — Credit Card Bonus Rates

Also classified as:
Visa: “Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work)”
MC: “Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work)”
Quick Answer

MCC 6381 covers INSURANCE PREMIUMS, (NO LONGER VALID FOR FIRST PRESENTMENT WORK) merchants, classified under financial. To maximize rewards at these businesses, look for credit cards with broad spending bonuses or financial category multipliers. MCC Lookup Tool to find which cards earn bonus rewards here.

Insurance companies like Geico and State Farm use MCC 6381. Purchases related to insurance premiums, such as auto or home policies, get coded here.

Common Confusion

Cardholders often misunderstand that car maintenance at dealerships doesn't fall under this code; only direct insurance payments do.

Related MCC Codes

6010Financial Institutions – Manual Cash Disbursements 6011Financial Institutions – Manual Cash Disbursements 6012Financial Institutions – Merchandise and Services 6051Non-Financial Institutions – Foreign Currency, Money Orders (not wire transfer) and Travelers Cheques 6211Security Brokers/Dealers 6300Insurance Sales, Underwriting, and Premiums 6399Insurance, Not Elsewhere Classified ( no longer valid forfirst presentment work) 6513Real Estate Agents and Managers - Rentals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCC code 6381? +

MCC 6381 stands for Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work). It is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used by payment networks to classify businesses in the financial category.

What types of businesses use MCC 6381? +

Merchants classified under MCC 6381 (Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work)) operate in the financial sector. Card networks assign this code during merchant onboarding based on the primary business activity.

Which credit cards earn bonus rewards at MCC 6381 merchants? +

MCC 6381 (Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work)) is not currently a dedicated bonus category for most major credit cards. For financial 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 6381 merchants? +

Currently, no credit cards in our database have a dedicated bonus category for MCC 6381 (Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work)). 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 financial spending.

What merchants are classified under MCC 6381? +

MCC 6381 is assigned to businesses providing insurance premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work) services. While this is a less common merchant category, any purchase that posts with code 6381 will be classified as 'Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work)' by your card issuer, which determines whether financial category bonuses apply to that transaction.

What is the difference between MCC 6381 and MCC 6010? +

MCC 6381 (Insurance Premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work)) and MCC 6010 (Financial Institutions – Manual Cash Disbursements) are both in the financial category but cover distinct merchant types. MCC 6381 is used for insurance premiums, (no longer valid for first presentment work) businesses, while MCC 6010 is assigned to financial institutions – manual cash disbursements 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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