Card Comparison

Best Credit Cards for MCC 5965

Complete comparison of credit cards that earn bonus rewards on Direct Marketing - Combination Catalog and Retail Merchant

Quick Comparison

CardRateMonthly CapNotes
HSBC Revolution4 MPDCap at $1,500 a monthIncluded in whitelist
Citibank Rewards MasterCard4 MPDCap at $1,000 a monthNot excluded
Woman's World MasterCard4 MPDCap at $1,000 a monthNot excluded
OCBC Rewards1 MPD-Not in whitelist
UOB Preferred Platinum Visa1 MPD-Excluded in blacklist
UOB Visa Signature1 MPD-Excluded in blacklist
UOB Lady's Card1 MPD-Not in whitelist
UOB Lady's Solitaire1 MPD-Not in whitelist
UOB KrisFlyer1 MPD-Not in whitelist

Detailed Card Analysis

HSBC Revolution

4 MPD
Monthly Cap:Cap at $1,500 a month
Eligibility:Included in whitelist

Citibank Rewards MasterCard

4 MPD
Monthly Cap:Cap at $1,000 a month
Eligibility:Not excluded
Special Conditions: Online spend only - excludes travel-related MCCs (3000-3999 range)

Woman's World MasterCard

4 MPD
Monthly Cap:Cap at $1,000 a month
Eligibility:Not excluded
Special Conditions: Online spend only

πŸ’‘ How to Choose the Right Card

  • β€’ Highest rate: Choose 4 MPD cards for maximum rewards
  • β€’ Check caps: Ensure your monthly spending fits within the cap
  • β€’ Read conditions: Some cards require contactless or mobile wallet
  • β€’ Consider FCY: Foreign currency transactions may have different rules

Frequently Asked Questions

Which card should I use for MCC 5965?

For MCC 5965 (Direct Marketing - Combination Catalog and Retail Merchant), we recommend HSBC Revolution for its 4 MPD rate with a Cap at $1,500 a month.

Do these cards earn rewards on both online and offline spending for MCC 5965?

Check the special conditions for each card. Some cards like PPV have different rules for online vs offline transactions, while others like UOB Visa Signature work the same for both.

What happens if I exceed the monthly cap?

Once you hit the monthly cap, additional spending on that MCC earns the base rate (usually 1 MPD or 0.4% cashback). Consider using a secondary card to continue earning bonus rewards.

πŸ” Verify MCC Codes Before Spending

Not sure if a merchant uses MCC 5965? Look up any merchant to verify their code and eligible cards.

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