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How to get a card graded, step by step.

From pre-grading to slab in hand — the full process. Plus the one step most beginners skip that saves hundreds.

Beginner-friendlySaves money
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Cards graded
87%
Match within ±0.5
5,600+
Active collectors
$2.4M
PSA fees saved
The grading workflow

Five steps, three weeks to your slab.

1. Pre-grade with AI

Run a SnapGrade prediction. Identify which cards are likely 9.0+ and worth submitting. Skip the rest.

2. Pick a service

PSA for resale value, BGS for subgrades, CGC for speed. Match the service to the card.

3. Submission form

Fill out the online submission form, declare values, and select a tier. Order matters for batch pricing.

4. Pack and ship

Penny sleeves + cardsavers + bubble mailer. Insure for declared value. Tracking required.

5. Wait and verify

Online tracking shows progress. Verify the cert numbers on PSA/BGS/CGC sites when slabs arrive.

Common questions

Questions we hear all the time.

How long does it take to get a card graded?
PSA Economy: 60–120 days. CGC standard: 30–60 days. Express tiers ship in 5–10 business days but cost 2–3×.
Ready when you are

Pre-grade your batch
before you ship.

Run your top cards through SnapGrade first. Submit only the winners.

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