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Prices below are SGC's published USD direct-submission fees for standard-size cards. Declared value determines the eligible band; turnaround begins after SGC unboxes and logs the order.
| Service | Price | Published estimate | Declared-value band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $15 per card | 75+ business days | $1,500 maximum declared value SGC’s published direct entry tier. |
| Standard | $85 per card | 75+ business days | $3,500 maximum declared value For cards above the entry service’s value ceiling. |
| Expedited | $150 per card | 2–3 business days | $3,500 maximum declared value SGC’s published expedited entry band. |
| Expedited | $250 per card | 2–3 business days | $7,500 maximum declared value The next expedited price band for higher-value cards. |
| Expedited | $500 per card | 2–3 business days | $20,000 maximum declared value Published expedited pricing for cards valued up to $20,000. |
| Expedited | $1,000 per card | 2–3 business days | $50,000 maximum declared value Published expedited pricing for cards valued up to $50,000. |
| Expedited | $2,000 per card | 2–3 business days | $100,000 maximum declared value Published expedited pricing for cards valued up to $100,000. |
| Expedited | $3,750+ base fee | 2–3 business days | More than $100,000 declared value Add $375 for each additional $10,000 of declared value above $100,000. |
Standard is listed at 75+ business days. Expedited is listed at 2–3 business days. These are estimates, not guarantees, and do not begin until the order has been unboxed and logged.
Pricing and availability last verified August 8, 2026. CardGrade is independent and is not affiliated with the grading companies listed.
Official sources: SGC card grading services and pricing · SGC return shipping fees · SGC grading terms and fee rules
SGC grades trading cards on its published scale and encapsulates accepted cards in its black insert. Review the current catalog for unusual formats before submitting.
SGC's published scale distinguishes a Pristine 10 from a Gem Mint 10 and provides condition descriptions down through grade 1.
The official scale uses half-point increments through most of the range. Read the SGC grading-scale descriptions before comparing one grade with another.
SGC's terms cover trading cards, and its population reports contain sports, Pokémon, Magic, and other TCG entries. Verify a specific set or format in the live submission catalog.
The black insert creates strong visual contrast, but the holder is neither waterproof nor UV-resistant. Collectors still need dry, shaded storage for long-term protection.
Service availability, declared-value limits, shipping options, and turnaround estimates can change. Use the official SGC order flow as the deciding source when you are ready to submit.
The published grading price is only one part of the checkout and shipping total. These are the documented cost triggers to account for.
For 1–5 standard-size cards under $2,000, SGC lists USPS Priority return shipping at $15. Its FedEx Ground or USPS option starts at $25 for 1–5 cards under $10,000. Inbound postage is separate.
A card above a tier’s declared-value limit must use a higher band. SGC’s terms also allow it to increase the base fee when the submitted value does not match fair market value.
Sleeves, semi-rigid holders, sturdy packaging, inbound postage, and adequate carrier coverage are outside the advertised grading fee.
SGC’s terms permit additional charges for research, custom insert work, oversized cards, and other non-standard items. Confirm unusual cards before mailing them.
SGC says altered or counterfeit cards will not be encapsulated, but the standard grading fee still applies because the determination requires review.
A grade is not an appraisal. Compare recent sales for the exact card and likely grade, then subtract the grading fee, shipping, supplies, and selling costs.
Before paying a submission fee, use an AI pre-screen to prioritize what to inspect. It supplements—but does not replace—SGC's physical review.
Ten cards that each qualify for the $15 Standard band cost $150 in grading fees before inbound postage, return shipping, insurance, and supplies.
If your own inspection reduces that example batch to four candidates, the grading line item becomes $60. That is simple batch math—not a promised grade, saving, or resale result.
On the SGC schedule reviewed August 8, 2026, Standard starts at $15 per card up to a $1,500 declared value. The next Standard band is $85 up to $3,500. Expedited starts at $150 and rises by declared value to a $3,750 base fee above $100,000. Return shipping and other applicable charges are extra.
On the SGC schedule reviewed August 8, 2026, Standard is listed at 75+ business days and Expedited at 2–3 business days. The clock begins after SGC unboxes and logs the order, and the published times are estimates rather than guarantees.
SGC’s terms allow a customer to submit one or more items, and its public direct schedule does not list a membership fee. Check the live order flow because submission requirements and promotions can change.
SGC prices service by declared-value band. Its terms state that it may increase the base service fee when the submitted value does not correspond with fair market value, so use a defensible declared value and confirm the selected tier before checkout.
On the schedule reviewed August 8, 2026, domestic return shipping for 1–5 standard-size cards starts at $15 by USPS Priority for packages under $2,000, or $25 by FedEx Ground or USPS for packages under $10,000. Larger orders and higher-value packages cost more, and inbound shipping is separate.
SGC uses a numeric 1–10 scale with half-point grades through most of the range. Its two top designations are Pristine 10 and Gem Mint 10. The official scale describes the visible condition associated with each grade.
No. SGC’s terms state that its holders are not waterproof or UV-resistant. Store graded cards dry, away from prolonged direct sunlight, and in protective packaging appropriate for transit.
SGC’s terms cover trading cards broadly, and its population reports include Pokémon and Magic cards. Check the live submission catalog for a specific set, autograph type, fragile item, or unusual format before mailing it.
It depends on the exact card, expected grade range, comparable sales, and all-in submission cost. Compare recent sold prices for the raw card and relevant SGC grades, then subtract grading, shipping, supplies, insurance, and selling fees. A grade does not guarantee a profit.
SGC may fit a card when its published scale, service timing, holder, and sold-market comparisons align with your goal. Review SGC’s current terms and prices, compare recent sales for the exact card and grade, and compare other grading companies before deciding. No company is the best choice for every card.
A pre-screen can help organize what to inspect before you submit, but it does not predict SGC’s grade, authenticate a card, or guarantee value. Check the raw card carefully and compare relevant recent sales before deciding.