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MCC Code
9405

MCC 9405: Intra – Government Transactions — Credit Card Bonus Rates

Also classified as:
Visa: “Intra – Government Transactions”
MC: “Intra – Government Transactions”
Quick Answer

MCC 9405 covers INTRA – GOVERNMENT TRANSACTIONS merchants, classified under government. To maximize rewards at these businesses, look for credit cards with broad spending bonuses or government category multipliers. MCC Lookup Tool to find which cards earn bonus rewards here.

The Department of Defense, Internal Revenue Service, and Veterans Affairs use MCC 9405. Specific purchases include defense contracts and federal tax payments.

Common Confusion

Cardholders often误以为只有国防相关的交易会被编码为MCC 9405,实际上包括所有政府内部的财务交易。

Related MCC Codes

9211Court Costs, including Alimony and Child Support 9222Fines 9223Bail and Bond Payments 9311Tax Payments 9399Government Services ( Not Elsewhere Classified) 9402Postal Services – Government Only 9700Automated Referral Service ( For Visa Only) 9701Visa Credential Service ( For Visa Only)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCC code 9405? +

MCC 9405 stands for Intra – Government Transactions. It is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used by payment networks to classify businesses in the government category.

What types of businesses use MCC 9405? +

Merchants classified under MCC 9405 (Intra – Government Transactions) operate in the government sector. Card networks assign this code during merchant onboarding based on the primary business activity.

Which credit cards earn bonus rewards at MCC 9405 merchants? +

MCC 9405 (Intra – Government Transactions) is not currently a dedicated bonus category for most major credit cards. For government 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 9405 merchants? +

Currently, no credit cards in our database have a dedicated bonus category for MCC 9405 (Intra – Government Transactions). 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 government spending.

What merchants are classified under MCC 9405? +

MCC 9405 is assigned to businesses providing intra – government transactions services. While this is a less common merchant category, any purchase that posts with code 9405 will be classified as 'Intra – Government Transactions' by your card issuer, which determines whether government category bonuses apply to that transaction.

What is the difference between MCC 9405 and MCC 9211? +

MCC 9405 (Intra – Government Transactions) and MCC 9211 (Court Costs, including Alimony and Child Support) are both in the government category but cover distinct merchant types. MCC 9405 is used for intra – government transactions businesses, while MCC 9211 is assigned to court costs, including alimony and child support 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