Business Categories and Subcategories
Last updated: Aug 15th, 7:42am
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and sub_category
codes in create account requests for PayPal accounts:
Categories
Category | Description |
---|---|
1000 | Arts, crafts, and collectibles. |
1001 | Baby. |
1002 | Beauty and fragrances. |
1003 | Books and magazines. |
1004 | Business to business. |
1005 | Clothing, accessories, and shoes. |
1006 | Computers, accessories, and services. |
1007 | Education. |
1008 | Electronics and telecom. |
1009 | Entertainment and media. |
1010 | Financial services and products. |
1011 | Food retail and service. |
1012 | Gifts and flowers. |
1013 | Government. |
1014 | Health and personal care. |
1015 | Home and garden. |
1016 | Nonprofit. |
1017 | Pets and animals. |
1018 | Religion and spirituality (for profit). |
1019 | Retail (not elsewhere classified). |
1020 | Services - other. |
1021 | Sports and outdoors. |
1022 | Toys and hobbies. |
1023 | Travel. |
1024 | Vehicle sales. |
1025 | Vehicle service and accessories. |
Sub-categories
Subcategory | Description | Category | Merchant category |
---|---|---|---|
2000 | Antiques. | 1000 | 5932 |
2001 | Art and craft supplies. | 1000 | 5970 |
2002 | Art dealers and galleries. | 1000 | 5971 |
2003 | Camera and photographic supplies. | 1000 | 5946 |
2004 | Digital art. | 1000 | 5971 |
2005 | Memorabilia. | 100 | 5999 |
2006 | Music store (instruments and sheet music). | 1000 | 5733 |
2007 | Sewing, needlework, and fabrics. | 1000 | 5949 |
2008 | Stamp and coin. | 1000 | 5972 |
2009 | Stationary, printing and writing paper. | 1000 | 5111 |
2010 | Vintage and collectibles. | 1000 | 5931 |
2011 | Clothing. | 1001 | 5641 |
2012 | Furniture. | 1001 | 5712 |
2013 | Baby products (other). | 1001 | 5999 |
2014 | Safety and health. | 1001 | 5999 |
2015 | Bath and body. | 1002 | 5122 |
2016 | Fragrances and perfumes. | 1002 | 5977 |
2017 | Makeup and cosmetics. | 1002 | 5977 |
2018 | Audio books. | 1003 | 5942 |
2019 | Digital content. | 1003 | 5999 |
2020 | Educational and textbooks. | 1003 | 5942 |
2021 | Fiction and nonfiction. | 1003 | 5942 |
2022 | Magazines. | 1003 | 5192 |
2023 | Publishing and printing. | 1003 | 2741 |
2024 | Rare and used books. | 1003 | 5942 |
2025 | Accounting. | 1004 | 8931 |
2026 | Advertising. | 1004 | 7311 |
2027 | Agricultural. | 1004 | 0780 |
2028 | Architectural, engineering, and surveying services. | 1004 | 8911 |
2029 | Chemicals and allied products. | 1004 | 5169 |
2030 | Commercial photography, art, and graphics. | 1004 | 7333 |
2031 | Construction. | 1004 | 5039 |
2032 | Consulting services. | 1004 | 7392 |
2033 | Educational services. | 1004 | 8299 |
2034 | Equipment rentals and leasing services. | 1004 | 7394 |
2035 | Equipment repair services. | 1004 | 7699 |
2036 | Hiring services. | 1004 | 7361 |
2037 | Industrial and manufacturing supplies. | 1004 | 5085 |
2038 | Mailing lists. | 1004 | 5969 |
2039 | Marketing. | 1004 | 5969 |
2040 | Multi-level marketing. | 1004 | 5969 |
2041 | Office and commercial furniture. | 1004 | 5021 |
2042 | Office supplies and equipment. | 1004 | 5943 |
2043 | Publishing and printing. | 1004 | 2741 |
2044 | Quick copy and reproduction services. | 1004 | 7338 |
2045 | Shipping and packing. | 1004 | 7399 |
2046 | Stenographic and secretarial support services. | 1004 | 7339 |
2047 | Wholesale. | 1004 | 7399 |
2048 | Children's clothing. | 1005 | 5641 |
2049 | Men's clothing. | 1005 | 5611 |
2050 | Women's clothing. | 1005 | 5621 |
2051 | Shoes. | 1005 | 5661 |
2052 | Military and civil service uniforms. | 1005 | 5699 |
2053 | Accessories. | 1005 | 5699 |
2054 | Retail (fine jewelry and watches). | 1005 | 5094 |
2055 | Wholesale (precious stones and metals). | 1005 | 5094 |
2056 | Fashion jewelry. | 1005 | 5944 |
2057 | Computer and data processing services. | 1006 | 7372 |
2058 | Desktops, laptops, and notebooks. | 1006 | 5045 |
2059 | Digital content. | 1006 | 5999 |
2060 | eCommerce services. | 1006 | 4816 |
2061 | Maintenance and repair services. | 1006 | 7379 |
2062 | Monitors and projectors. | 1006 | 7379 |
2063 | Networking. | 1006 | 4816 |
2064 | Online gaming. | 1006 | 7999 |
2065 | Parts and accessories. | 1006 | 5045 |
2066 | Peripherals. | 1006 | 5045 |
2067 | Software. | 1006 | 5734 |
2068 | Training services. | 1006 | 8299 |
2069 | Web hosting and design. | 1006 | 4816 |
2070 | Business and secretarial schools. | 1007 | 8244 |
2071 | Child daycare services. | 1007 | 8351 |
2072 | Colleges and universities. | 1007 | 8220 |
2073 | Dance halls, studios, and schools. | 1007 | 7911 |
2074 | Elementary and secondary schools. | 1007 | 8211 |
2075 | Vocational and trade schools. | 1007 | 8249 |
2076 | Cameras, camcorders, and equipment. | 1008 | 5732 |
2078 | Cell phones, PDAs, and pagers. | 1008 | 4812 |
2079 | General electronic accessories. | 1008 | 5732 |
2080 | Home audio. | 1008 | 5732 |
2081 | Home electronics. | 1008 | 5732 |
2082 | Security and surveillance. | 1008 | 5732 |
2083 | Telecommunication equipment and sales. | 1008 | 4812 |
2084 | Telecommunication services. | 1008 | 4814 |
2085 | Telephone cards. | 1008 | 4814 |
2086 | Memorabilia | 1009 | 5999 |
2087 | Movie tickets. | 1009 | 7832 |
2088 | Movies (DVDs, videotapes). | 1009 | 5999 |
2089 | Music (CDs, cassettes and albums). | 1009 | 5735 |
2090 | Cable, satellite, and other pay TV and radio. | 1009 | 4899 |
2091 | Adult digital content. | 1009 | 5999 |
2092 | Concert tickets. | 1009 | 7929 |
2093 | Theater tickets. | 1009 | 7922 |
2094 | Toys and games. | 1009 | 5945 |
2095 | Slot machines. | 1009 | 5999 |
2096 | Digital content. | 1009 | 5999 |
2097 | Entertainers. | 1009 | 7929 |
2098 | Gambling. | 1009 | 7995 |
2099 | Online games. | 1009 | 7999 |
2100 | Video games and systems. | 1009 | 5945 |
2101 | Accounting. | 1010 | 8931 |
2102 | Collection agency. | 1010 | 7321 |
2103 | Commodities and futures exchange. | 1010 | 4829 |
2104 | Consumer credit reporting agencies. | 1010 | 7321 |
2105 | Debt counseling service. | 1010 | 7277 |
2106 | Credit union. | 1010 | 6012 |
2107 | Currency dealer and currency exchange. | 1010 | 4829 |
2108 | Escrow. | 1010 | 4829 |
2109 | Finance company. | 1010 | 6012 |
2110 | Financial and investment advice. | 1010 | 8999 |
2111 | Insurance (auto and home). | 1010 | 5960 |
2112 | Insurance (life and annuity). | 1010 | 5960 |
2113 | Investments (general). | 1010 | 4829 |
2114 | Money service business. | 1010 | 6012 |
2115 | Mortgage brokers or dealers. | 1010 | 4829 |
2116 | Online gaming currency. | 1010 | 4829 |
2117 | Paycheck lender or cash advance. | 1010 | 6051 |
2118 | Prepaid and stored value cards. | 1010 | 5999 |
2119 | Real estate agent. | 1010 | 6513 |
2120 | Remittance. | 1010 | 4829 |
2121 | Rental property management. | 1010 | 6513 |
2122 | Security brokers and dealers. | 1010 | 6211 |
2123 | Wire transfer and money order. | 1010 | 4829 |
2124 | Alcoholic beverages. | 1011 | 5921 |
2125 | Catering services. | 1011 | 5811 |
2126 | Coffee and tea | 1011 | 5499 |
2127 | Gourmet foods. | 1011 | 5499 |
2128 | Specialty and miscellaneous food stores. | 1011 | 5499 |
2129 | Restaurant. | 1011 | 5812 |
2130 | Tobacco. | 1011 | 0 |
2131 | Vitamins and supplements. | 1011 | 5122 |
2132 | Florist. | 1012 | 5193 |
2133 | Gift, card, novelty, and souvenir shops. | 1012 | 5947 |
2134 | Gourmet foods. | 1012 | 5499 |
2135 | Nursery plants and flowers. | 1012 | 5261 |
2136 | Party supplies. | 1012 | 5947 |
2137 | Government services (not elsewhere classified). | 1013 | 9399 |
2138 | Drugstore (excluding prescription drugs). | 1014 | 5122 |
2139 | Drugstore (including prescription drugs). | 1014 | 5912 |
2140 | Dental care. | 1014 | 8021 |
2141 | Medical care. | 1014 | 8011 |
2142 | Medical equipment and supplies. | 1014 | 5047 |
2143 | Vision care. | 1014 | 8043 |
2144 | Vitamins and supplements. | 1014 | 5122 |
2145 | Antiques. | 1015 | 5932 |
2146 | Appliances. | 1015 | 5722 |
2147 | Art dealers and galleries. | 1015 | 5971 |
2148 | Bed and bath. | 1015 | 5712 |
2149 | Construction material. | 1015 | 5039 |
2150 | Drapery, window covering, and upholstery. | 1015 | 5714 |
2151 | Exterminating and disinfecting services. | 1015 | 7342 |
2152 | Fireplace, and fireplace screens. | 1015 | 5718 |
2153 | Furniture. | 1015 | 5712 |
2154 | Garden supplies. | 1015 | 5261 |
2155 | Glass, paint, and wallpaper. | 1015 | 5231 |
2156 | Hardware and tools. | 1015 | 5251 |
2157 | Home decor. | 1015 | 5719 |
2158 | Housewares. | 1015 | 5719 |
2159 | Kitchenware. | 1015 | 5719 |
2160 | Landscaping. | 1015 | 0780 |
2161 | Rugs and carpets. | 1015 | 5713 |
2162 | Security and surveillance equipment. | 1015 | 5732 |
2163 | Swimming pools and spas. | 1015 | 5996 |
2164 | Charity. | 1016 | 8398 |
2165 | Political. | 1016 | 8398 |
2166 | Religious. | 1016 | 8398 |
2167 | Other. | 1016 | 8398 |
2168 | Personal. | 1016 | 8398 |
2169 | Educational. | 1016 | 8398 |
2171 | Medication and supplements. | 1017 | 5995 |
2172 | Pet shops, pet food, and supplies. | 1017 | 5995 |
2173 | Specialty or rare pets. | 1017 | 5995 |
2174 | Veterinary services. | 1017 | 0742 |
2175 | Membership services. | 1018 | 8699 |
2176 | Merchandise. | 1018 | 5973 |
2177 | Services (not elsewhere classified). | 1018 | 8999 |
2178 | Chemicals and allied products. | 1019 | 5169 |
2179 | Department store. | 1019 | 5311 |
2180 | Discount store. | 1019 | 5310 |
2181 | Durable goods. | 1019 | 5099 |
2182 | Non-durable goods. | 1019 | 5199 |
2183 | Used and secondhand store. | 1019 | 5931 |
2184 | Variety store. | 1019 | 5331 |
2185 | Advertising. | 1020 | 7311 |
2186 | Shopping services and buying clubs. | 1020 | 7278 |
2187 | Career services. | 1020 | 7361 |
2188 | Carpentry. | 1020 | 1750 |
2189 | Child care services. | 1020 | 8351 |
2190 | Cleaning and maintenance. | 1020 | 2842 |
2191 | Commercial photography. | 1020 | 7333 |
2192 | Computer and data processing services. | 1020 | 7372 |
2193 | Computer network services. | 1020 | 4816 |
2194 | Consulting services. | 1020 | 7392 |
2195 | Counseling services. | 1020 | 7277 |
2196 | Courier services. | 1020 | 4215 |
2197 | Dental care. | 1020 | 8021 |
2198 | eCommerce services. | 1020 | 4816 |
2199 | Electrical and small appliance repair. | 1020 | 7629 |
2200 | Entertainment. | 1020 | 7929 |
2201 | Equipment rental and leasing services. | 1020 | 7394 |
2202 | Event and wedding planning. | 1020 | 8999 |
2203 | Gambling. | 1020 | 7995 |
2204 | General contractors. | 1020 | 1520 |
2205 | Graphic and commercial design. | 1020 | 7333 |
2206 | Health and beauty spas. | 1020 | 7298 |
2207 | IDs, licenses, and passports. | 1020 | 8999 |
2208 | Importing and exporting. | 1020 | 7399 |
2209 | Information retrieval services. | 1020 | 7375 |
2210 | Insurance - auto and home. | 1020 | 5960 |
2211 | Insurance - life and annuity. | 1020 | 5960 |
2212 | Landscaping and horticultural. | 1020 | 0780 |
2213 | Legal services and attorneys. | 1020 | 8111 |
2214 | Local delivery service. | 1020 | 4215 |
2215 | Lottery and contests. | 1020 | 8999 |
2216 | Medical care. | 1020 | 8011 |
2217 | Membership clubs and organizations. | 1020 | 7991 |
2218 | Misc. publishing and printing. | 1020 | 2741 |
2219 | Moving and storage. | 1020 | 8999 |
2220 | Online dating. | 1020 | 7273 |
2221 | Photofinishing. | 1020 | 7395 |
2222 | Photographic studios - portraits. | 1020 | 7221 |
2223 | Protective and security services. | 1020 | 7393 |
2224 | Quick copy and reproduction services. | 1020 | 7338 |
2225 | Radio, television, and stereo repair. | 1020 | 7622 |
2226 | Real estate agent. | 1020 | 6513 |
2227 | Rental property management. | 1020 | 6513 |
2228 | Reupholstery and furniture repair. | 1020 | 7641 |
2229 | Services (not elsewhere classified). | 1020 | 8999 |
2230 | Shipping and packing. | 1020 | 7399 |
2231 | Swimming pool services. | 1020 | 5996 |
2232 | Tailors and alterations. | 1020 | 5697 |
2233 | Telecommunication service. | 1020 | 4814 |
2234 | Utilities. | 1020 | 4900 |
2235 | Vision care. | 1020 | 8043 |
2236 | Watch, clock, and jewelry repair. | 1020 | 7631 |
2237 | Athletic shoes. | 1021 | 5661 |
2238 | Bicycle shop, service, and repair. | 1021 | 5940 |
2239 | Boating, sailing and accessories. | 1021 | 5551 |
2240 | Camping and outdoors. | 1021 | 5941 |
2241 | Dance halls, studios, and schools. | 1021 | 7911 |
2242 | Exercise and fitness. | 1021 | 5941 |
2243 | Fan gear and memorabilia | 1021 | 5947 |
2244 | Firearm accessories. | 1021 | 5999 |
2245 | Firearms. | 1021 | 5999 |
2246 | Hunting. | 1021 | 5941 |
2247 | Knives. | 1021 | 5941 |
2248 | Martial arts weapons. | 1021 | 5941 |
2249 | Sport games and toys. | 1021 | 5941 |
2250 | Sporting equipment. | 1021 | 5941 |
2251 | Swimming pools and spas. | 1021 | 5996 |
2252 | Arts and crafts. | 1022 | 5970 |
2253 | Camera and photographic supplies. | 1022 | 5946 |
2254 | Hobby, toy, and game shops. | 1022 | 5945 |
2255 | Memorabilia | 1022 | 5999 |
2256 | Music store - instruments and sheet music. | 1022 | 5733 |
2257 | Stamp and coin. | 1022 | 5972 |
2258 | Stationary, printing, and writing paper. | 1022 | 5111 |
2259 | Vintage and collectibles. | 1022 | 5931 |
2260 | Video games and systems. | 1022 | 5945 |
2261 | Airline. | 1023 | 4511 |
2262 | Auto rental. | 1023 | 3351 |
2263 | Bus line. | 1023 | 4131 |
2264 | Cruises. | 1023 | 4411 |
2265 | Lodging and accommodations. | 1023 | 7011 |
2266 | Luggage and leather goods. | 1023 | 5948 |
2267 | Recreational services. | 1023 | 7999 |
2268 | Sporting and recreation camps. | 1023 | 7032 |
2269 | Taxicabs and limousines. | 1023 | 4121 |
2270 | Timeshares. | 1023 | 7012 |
2271 | Tours. | 1023 | 4722 |
2272 | Trailer parks or campgrounds. | 1023 | 7033 |
2273 | Transportation services - other. | 1023 | 4789 |
2274 | Travel agency. | 1023 | 4722 |
2275 | Auto dealer - new and used. | 1024 | 5511 |
2276 | Auto dealer - used only. | 1024 | 5521 |
2277 | Aviation. | 1024 | 5599 |
2278 | Boat dealer. | 1024 | 5551 |
2279 | Mobile home dealer. | 1024 | 5271 |
2280 | Motorcycle dealer. | 1024 | 5571 |
2281 | Recreational and utility trailer dealer. | 1024 | 5561 |
2282 | Recreational vehicle dealer. | 1024 | 5561 |
2283 | Vintage and collectibles. | 1024 | 5521 |
2284 | New parts and supplies - motor vehicle. | 1025 | 5533 |
2285 | Used parts - motor vehicle. | 1025 | 5533 |
2286 | Audio and video. | 1025 | 5732 |
2287 | Auto body repair and paint. | 1025 | 7531 |
2288 | Auto rental. | 1025 | 3351 |
2289 | Auto service. | 1025 | 7538 |
2290 | Automotive tire supply and service. | 1025 | 5532 |
2291 | Boat rental and leases. | 1025 | 4457 |
2292 | Car wash. | 1025 | 7542 |
2293 | Motor home and recreational vehicle rental. | 1025 | 7519 |
2294 | Tools and equipment. | 1025 | 5533 |
2295 | Towing service. | 1025 | 7549 |
2296 | Truck and utility trailer rental. | 1025 | 7513 |
2297 | Accessories. | 1025 | 5533 |