Card grading cost and turnaround comparison
Per-card fees and estimated turnaround times from each company's official pricing page, last checked October 23, 2026.
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Verified fee tiers
| Company | Tier | Fee per card | Max declared value | Est. turnaround | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | $59.99 tier | $59.99 | $1,000 | 90–100 business days | official page |
| PSA | $79.99 tier | $79.99 | $1,500 | 70–80 business days | official page |
| PSA | $199 tier | $199.00 | $2,500 | 20–30 business days | official page |
| PSA | $349 tier | $349.00 | $5,000 | 10–15 business days | official page |
| PSA | $599 tier | $599.00 | $10,000 | 7–10 business days | official page |
| CGC | Bulk (25-card min.) | $17.00 | $500 | 150 working days | official page |
| CGC | Economy | $20.00 | $1,000 | 90 working days | official page |
| CGC | Standard | $55.00 | $3,000 | 10 working days | official page |
| CGC | Express | $100.00 | $10,000 | 5 working days | official page |
| CGC | WalkThrough | $300.00 | $100,000 | 2 working days | official page |
- PSA: PSA listed its lower-cost Value tiers as temporarily paused. Turnaround times are PSA's estimates, not guarantees.
- CGC: Direct-submission fees for CGC Collector members. CGC gives Associate, Premium and Elite members grading discounts.
- BGS and SGC: we couldn't verify their current fees from the official pages (BGS (Beckett) and SGC) on October 23, 2026, so enter them yourself below.
Fees apply to direct submissions. They exclude shipping, insurance, membership and any upcharges for higher declared values. Turnaround times are estimates from each company and aren't guaranteed, so always confirm on the official page.
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How to choose a grader
Price is only part of the decision. Resale premiums differ by company and by card, so check recent sold comps for your card in each company's slab, then run the numbers in the grading calculator. To learn what each grade means, read grading scales explained. For quick answers, see how much PSA grading costs and PSA vs CGC.