Field 37OptionalConsumer Information

    Metro 2 Field 37: Country Code

    Two-character country code for the consumer's address. Defaults to US for domestic reporting; populate only when the consumer address is outside the United States.

    Quick Reference

    Field Number:37
    Position:287-288
    Length:2 characters
    Type:alphanumeric
    Record:Base Segment
    Required:No

    Allowed Values

    ValueMeaning
    USUnited States
    CACanada
    PRPuerto Rico

    Validation Rules

    • Valid ISO-style two-character country code
    • Defaults to US when blank for domestic accounts

    Examples

    USCA

    Common Errors

    • Populating a state code in the country field

    Tips & Best Practices

    • For US consumers you can usually leave this defaulted to US

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    Other Consumer Information

    7Social Security Number8Date of Birth5Surname6First Name38First Line of Address39Second Line of Address

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