# List of Prohibited Merchant Categories

Your Nova x Mercuryo Debit Card may not be able to process transactions when you are interacting with certain types of merchants. This is due to financial regulations. Some of these restricted merchant categories may include:

* Gambling (Casinos and online gambling)
* Sports betting
* Securities broker-dealers
* Marijuana-related businesses
* Dating/escort services
* Massage parlours
* Money orders & wire transfers
* Money services businesses
* Firearm-related businesses


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