Overview
MCC 3018 is the merchant category code assigned to Varig, used to classify point-of-sale transactions for airline ticket purchases and related air travel services. When a cardholder buys a flight from Varig, the transaction is tagged with this code for processing and reporting.
Transaction Profile
Single high-value purchases, advance bookings, refundable and non-refundable fares, ancillary fees, upgrades
Card Network Notes
MCC 3018 is within the airline-specific range (3000–3299), assigned to Varig. Recognized by Visa, Mastercard, and other major networks.
Risk & Compliance
Airline transactions under MCC 3018 carry typical travel industry risks, including chargebacks from flight cancellations, booking disputes, and refund processing delays. Acquirers and issuers should apply standard airline monitoring and chargeback management protocols for Varig transactions.