FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Everything you need to prepare, submit, and verify your collection.
How do I submit my cards?
Purchase a grading service, download and complete the card information sheet, submit your return details online, and include the sheet with your securely packaged cards.
What cards do you accept?
CJA accepts sports cards and major trading card games, including Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, Lorcana, and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
How long does grading take?
Standard service is 7–10 days. Express service targets 3–5 business days. Turnaround begins when your shipment is received and checked in.
How are cards graded?
Each card is authenticated, then evaluated for centering, corners, edges, and surface under a consistent rubric.
How do I verify my certification?
Enter the ID printed on the label at the Verify page or scan the QR code on the slab.
How should I package my cards?
Use penny sleeves and semi-rigid holders, protect the stack with cardboard, and ship it in a sturdy tracked box.
Do you clean or alter cards?
No. CJA evaluates cards as submitted and does not alter them before grading.