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MCC 9754 — Gambling — Horse, Dog Racing, State Lottery

Assigned to gambling transactions for horse racing, dog racing, and state lotteries — used as a general gambling classification in some network implementations.

MCC Code

9754

Industry

Gambling & Betting

Risk Level

High

Overview

MCC 9754 covers gambling transactions across horse racing, greyhound racing, and state-operated lotteries. This code is used in some network implementations as a broader gambling classification complementing the more specific 7801, 7802, and 7995 codes.

Transaction Profile

Varied value, event-driven and regular, mixed card-present and CNP

Card Network Notes

Visa and Mastercard gambling restrictions apply. Restricted category requiring explicit acquirer approval and licensing verification.

Risk & Compliance

Risk is high. Full gambling regulatory requirements apply including licensing, responsible gambling controls, age verification, and AML/KYC compliance. Networks classify this as a restricted category.

Common Merchants

Racecourses, state lottery operators, licensed betting venues

Transaction Profile

Varied value, event-driven and regular, mixed card-present and CNP

Card Network Notes

Visa and Mastercard gambling restrictions apply. Restricted category requiring explicit acquirer approval and licensing verification.

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