PSA Pauses International Card Grading Submissions Due to New Tariffs
PSA suspends international card grading submissions due to new Trump-era tariffs, affecting collectors worldwide.
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PSA Pauses International Card Grading Submissions Due to New Tariffs
As tariffs continue to disrupt global trade, the PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) has announced that it will temporarily pause accepting direct card grading submissions from outside the United States. This decision, which comes as a result of the recent tariff regulations imposed under the Trump administration, is aimed at protecting international customers from excessive costs that could make grading valuable items like Pokémon and sports cards significantly more expensive. Image:Google Why PSA Made the Decision PSA, one of the most recognized names in card grading, stated that the new tariffs are targeting the value of the items being shipped, not the grading service itself. For example, if you were to send a $5,000 card, you could face a hefty tariff fee of $500 under the current 10% tariff. With costs like this becoming prohibitive, PSA is making this difficult decision to protect their international customers from what could be significant financial burdens. What Does This Mea…
