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MCC 7929 — Bands, Orchestras, and Miscellaneous Entertainers — Not Elsewhere Classified

Assigned to performing artists, entertainment booking agencies, and live event performers.

MCC Code

7929

Industry

Media & Entertainment

Risk Level

Low

Overview

MCC 7929 covers musicians, bands, orchestras, comedians, and other performing artists accepting card payments for performance fees, merchandise, and event appearances.

Transaction Profile

Varied value, event-driven, predominantly CNP, deposit and balance payments common

Card Network Notes

Standard interchange applies. No special network restrictions.

Risk & Compliance

Risk is low. Professional entertainment services with clear event-based deliverables. Advance booking deposits are standard practice.

Common Merchants

Live Nation (artists), AEG (artists), WME, CAA, United Talent Agency, Paradigm, independent musicians, wedding bands, corporate entertainers, orchestras

Transaction Profile

Varied value, event-driven, predominantly CNP, deposit and balance payments common

Card Network Notes

Standard interchange applies. No special network restrictions.

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