Yes. We accept international submissions from many countries including the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, New Zealand, and parts of Asia-Pacific.

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International customers are responsible for shipping, customs declarations, and any applicable duties or taxes.

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If you’re unsure whether your country is supported, please contact us before submitting.

TCG Grading offers professional grading and encapsulation across a broad range of trading cards and sealed collectibles.

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Trading Cards & Booster Packs 

We grade a wide variety of trading cards, including but not limited to: 

• Pokémon 
• One Piece 
• Yu-Gi-Oh 
• Magic: The Gathering 
• Dragon Ball 
• Lorcana 
• Weiss Schwarz 
• Riftbound 
• Marvel 
• Various non-sports lines (Fortnite, Juicy Honey, Movie, TV show lines) 
• Sports cards (NBA, NRL, AFL, FIFA, F1, and more) 

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Sealed Video Games 

We grade sealed video games across multiple platforms, including: 

• PlayStation (All) 
• Xbox (All) 
• Nintendo (NES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, Wii, Wii U) 
• PSP 
• Dreamcast 

Games must be factory sealed and unaltered. If you’re unsure whether your game is eligible, we recommend contacting our team before submitting. 

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Funko Pops 

We grade standard-sized Funko Pops in their original packaging. At this time, oversized or specialty-sized Funko items are not accepted. 

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Other Collectibles 

If you have a collectible you’re unsure about, please contact us prior to submission. Eligibility can vary based on size, format, and encapsulation requirements. 

Yes. We grade autographed items.

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On-items signatures without verifiable provenance may be declined or given an ‘A’ Grade (authenticated only) unless accompanied by a recognised certificate of authenticity (for example JSA).

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All autograph authentication decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.

We grade and encapsulate cards across a wide range of thicknesses, up to 180pt.

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This includes many modern premium and specialty formats.

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Oversized or non-standard items may require prior approval so best to check in by sending us an email to clarify. 

Custom or fan-made items may be encapsulated and given a ‘C’ Custom Grade where eligible, but they cannot receive a numerical grade.

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However if they encroach on existing copyright they may be returned not encapsulated. 

There are no maximums to the number of items you can submit.

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Certain events and promotions may also have their own terms and conditions on the number of items you can submit– check with the event or promotion at the time.

Once you place your order, you have up to 3 months to send your items to TCG Grading. 

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This timeframe allows us to manage order capacity and turnaround estimates accurately. If your items are not received within this period, your order may be placed on hold or cancelled in line with our Terms & Conditions. 

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If you anticipate delays, please contact our team as soon as possible so we can advise on next steps. 

Yes. All items included in a single order should be sent  together in one shipment. 

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Sending items separately under the same order can cause processing delays and increases the risk of misalignment with your submission details.

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If you need to send items at different times, please place separate orders. 

In most cases, additional items cannot be added  to an existing order once it has been placed. 

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This is because service tiers, turn around times, and processing workflows are allocated based on the original order details.

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If you’d like to submit additional items, the best option is to place a new order. 

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If your original order has not yet been shipped and you believe an amendment may be possible, please contact our team promptly.

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Any changes are assessed on a case-by-case basis and cannot be guaranteed.

Trading Cards (TCG & Sports Cards) 

• Please clean sleeves and top loaders first to prevent any internal dust to cause damage to the item.
• Place each card in a soft penny sleeve. 
• Insert the sleeved card into a rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder. 
• Do not tape over the top of the holder. 
• Optional but appreciated: add a small pull tab (sticky note or paper) to the sleeve for safe removal. 
• Stack cards neatly and secure them between two pieces of cardboard or in a team bag to prevent movement. 
• Ensure cards cannot slide or shift inside the package. 
• Do not place cardboard in between each card. 

Top loaders, sleeves, and holders are not returned. 

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Booster Packs & Sealed Promos 

• Do not open, fold, or tamper with the pack unless instructed for compatibility reasons. 
• Place the pack in a rigid protector (such as a semi-rigid sleeve or Card Saver where appropriate). 
• Use cardboard reinforcement on both sides to prevent bending or crimp damage. 
• Ensure the pack is immobilised within the package to avoid movement during transit. 

If you’re unsure whether your pack is compatible for grading or encapsulation, please contact our team before submitting.

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Funko Pops 

• Do not remove the Funko Pop from its original box. 
• Place the boxed Funko inside a protective soft protector or bubble wrap. 
• Use a sturdy outer box with sufficient padding on all sides to prevent crushing or corner damage. 
• Avoid oversized boxes where the item can move freely. 

Only standard-sized Funko Pops are currently accepted. 

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Video Games (Sealed & Eligible Titles) 

• Do not open or reseal the game under any circumstances. 
• Place the game inside a protective sleeve or plastic wrap to protect against moisture. 
• Sandwich the game between rigid cardboard sheets to prevent bending or cracking. 
• Use a snug outer box with padding to ensure the game cannot shift during transit. 

If you’re unsure whether your game is eligible for grading, please contact us prior to submission. 

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General Shipping Guidelines (All Items) 

• Ensure all items are packed tightly and cannot move inside the shipping box. 
• Use a strong outer box suitable for courier handling. 
• Avoid excessive empty space inside the package. 
• Include your submission ID, name, and contact details inside the package. 
• Also include your return address and contact details on the outbox as well. 
• Insurance is strongly recommended, particularly for higher-value items. 

Damage caused by inadequate packaging during transit may impact grading outcomes. 

Any type of protector, top loaders, semi-rigid sleeves, and one-touch cases are not returned as they are not included in return shipping calculations.

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Please submit cards in holders you do not require back.

Yes. In-person submissions are accepted at our location within TAG Collectibles in Castle Hill, Sydney. Please complete your submission online before arriving.

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In-store submissions are accepted Wednesday to Saturday from 10am. 

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We are working towards having more submission centres open throughout 2026. If you are a vendor and would like to express interest in becoming an authorised TCG Grading vendor site please get in touch. 

We understand that delays can happen, and we make every reasonable effort to work with customers to arrange collection or return of completed submissions. 

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Once grading and encapsulation are complete, customers are responsible for collecting their items or arranging return shipping within a reasonable timeframe.

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We will make ongoing attempts to contact you using the details provided at the time of submission. 

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If a completed submission remains uncollected or undelivered for an extended period, storage fees may apply.

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Where items remain unclaimed for 12 months or more despite repeated contact attempts, TCG Grading reserves the right to take further action in accordance with applicable laws.