CGC starts full-time TCG grading in Hong Kong
TCG-only orders submitted in Hong Kong now stay in Hong Kong. Sports, non-sports and mixed orders still make the round trip to Florida.
By Jamie Budesky · Published October 5, 2026
In short
CGC said on October 5, 2026 that it now grades trading card games full time at its Hong Kong office, with no additional fee, so TCG submissions no longer ship to Florida. Sports, non-sports and mixed orders still go to Sarasota. Split TCG cards into their own order if you want them graded locally.
What CGC announced
CGC said on October 5, 2026 that it is now certifying trading card games full time at its office in Hong Kong. TCG submissions will no longer be shipped to CGC headquarters in Florida.
CGC began grading cards at the Hong Kong office in May 2024. The full-time team is made up of graders relocated from other CGC operations plus locally trained staff, which CGC says keeps grading consistent with its global standards.
CGC also says nearly 20 million cards have been certified since its card grading service started in July 2020.
Which orders stay in Hong Kong
| Order type | Where it is graded |
|---|---|
| TCG only | Hong Kong office, no additional fee |
| Sports or non-sports cards | Shipped with insurance to Sarasota, Florida, then back to Hong Kong |
| Mixed: TCGs plus other cards | Shipped to Sarasota, like sports orders |
Rule: if you want local grading, keep TCG cards in their own order. A single sports card in the box sends the whole order to Florida.
Submissions can go through a CGC Authorized Dealer or directly to the Hong Kong office at The Gateway, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui. CGC says office visits are by appointment only.
On-site grading continues
Separately, CGC will keep running on-site grading at trade shows in the region. The next one it names is the Asia Super Collectors Convention (ASCC) in Macau, October 9 to 11, 2026. CGC says show deadlines will be posted on its website and social accounts.
Why it matters
This is the third CGC access move in five weeks, after EB Games stores in Canada (our September 3 post) and 20 FYE stores in the US (our September 26 post). For collectors in Hong Kong, the change removes two international legs for TCG orders. For an overview of CGC’s services, see our CGC card grading guide.
What we could not confirm
- Turnaround times for TCG orders graded in Hong Kong. The announcement does not give them.
- Whether CGC plans to grade sports or non-sports cards in Hong Kong later.
- How many graders work on the Hong Kong team.
Sources
- CGC: Now Grading Trading Card Games Full-time in Hong Kong (posted October 5, 2026)
Frequently asked questions
Does CGC grade cards in Hong Kong?
Yes. As of October 5, 2026, CGC grades trading card games full time at its Hong Kong office. It has graded cards there since May 2024.
Is there an extra fee for CGC grading in Hong Kong?
No. CGC says there is no additional fee for local TCG grading in Hong Kong.
Are sports cards graded in Hong Kong by CGC?
Not yet. CGC says sports cards, non-sports cards and mixed orders are still shipped with insurance to Sarasota, Florida, and returned to Hong Kong.
How do I submit cards to CGC in Hong Kong?
Through a CGC Authorized Dealer or directly to CGC’s Hong Kong office in Tsim Sha Tsui. Office visits are by appointment only.
Is CGC doing on-site grading at ASCC Macau 2026?
CGC says it will host on-site grading at the Asia Super Collectors Convention in Macau, October 9 to 11, 2026.