POS Entry Mode Decoder
The Point of Service (POS) Entry Mode is a critical field in payment transactions that indicates how the card data was captured at the point of sale. This tool helps you decode Field 22 of ISO 8583 messages to understand the entry mode used in a transaction.
POS Entry Mode typically consists of 3-4 digits that provide information about:
- How the card data was captured (chip, magnetic stripe, contactless, manually keyed, etc.)
- Whether the cardholder verification method (PIN) was used
- Whether the card was present or not
Enter the POS Entry Mode code (Field 22) from the ISO 8583 message
Common POS Entry Mode Codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 051 | Chip transaction with PIN verification |
| 052 | Chip transaction with online PIN verification |
| 071 | Contactless transaction with PIN verification |
| 070 | Contactless transaction without PIN |
| 021 | Magnetic stripe transaction with PIN verification |
| 020 | Magnetic stripe transaction without PIN |
| 010 | Manual entry transaction without PIN |
| 013 | E-commerce transaction |
| 014 | Mail/telephone order transaction |
| 015 | Recurring payment transaction |
| 901 | Fallback from chip to magnetic stripe |
Learn More About POS Entry Modes
POS Entry Mode is a crucial element in payment processing that helps determine:
- Transaction risk levels
- Appropriate interchange fees
- Liability for chargebacks
- Security requirements for the transaction
Different card networks may have slightly different interpretations of entry mode values, but the general structure follows the ISO 8583 standard. Understanding these codes is essential for troubleshooting payment issues and ensuring proper transaction processing.
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