5F20

Cardholder Name

Name of the cardholder as personalised on the card application.

Properties

Tag5F20
NameCardholder Name
FormatAlphanumeric (special)
Length2–26 bytes
SourceCard (ICC)
Templates70, 77
BooksBook 3

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Frequently asked questions

What is EMV tag 5F20?
Name of the cardholder as personalised on the card application.
What format and length does EMV tag 5F20 use?
Tag 5F20 uses the Alphanumeric (special) format and is normally 2–26 bytes long.
Is tag 5F20 provided by the card or the terminal?
Tag 5F20 (Cardholder Name) is provided by the Card (ICC).

Sources

  • EMV 4.4 Book 3, Annex A (Data Elements Dictionary) (page pending verification)

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