The DSG submission guide
Ready to start grading? Follow these steps to submit your cards and let us do the rest. Set up an account, build your order in six quick steps, then pack and ship — first-timers welcome.
Set up your account
Create a free DSG account to submit cards, track orders, and manage your collection.
Build your order
Pick a service, add your cards, and check out in six quick online steps.
Pack & ship to DSG
Sleeve, protect, and mail your cards to us with signature confirmation.
Create Account◆Select Service◆Enter Cards◆Pack & Ship
The online order flow
From entering your cards to confirming your shipping details, the whole submission happens in your browser before a single card leaves your hands.
Each step below walks you through exactly what you will see on screen.
Six steps to submit online
Work through these in order. Most submissions take just a few minutes — and you can save card details for later if you would rather move quickly.
Create or log in to your DSG account
Have you created your account yet? An account lets you easily submit cards, track orders, and manage your collection in one place.
- To create an account: click the person icon next to ‘SUBMIT HERE’ in the top menu, then open the ‘Sign Up’ tab and choose a username and password.
- To log in: click the same person icon, open the ‘Login’ tab, and enter your username and password.
Select your service
The service you choose comes down to the type of card and how quickly you want it back. Every tier gets the same full grade and 32-subgrade report — only the turnaround changes.
- Standard — our regular 10 business day turnaround for everyday submissions.
- Express (3 days) or Expedited (1 day) when you need a card back faster.
- Submitting 100 cards or more? Standard automatically applies bulk pricing — no separate product to select.
Enter your cards
Entering card information is optional, but anything you do add may help expedite your order. When you are ready, add the quantity of cards you are submitting and proceed to your cart.
Add your shipping details
Fill in all billing and shipping information so your cards come back to the correct address. Then select the shipping option that matches the number of cards you are submitting.
- We ship every domestic order back with USPS.
- All packages require signature confirmation on delivery.
Add your payment
Payment is an easy step. Enter your credit card details to complete the order — we accept all major credit cards.
- Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover are all welcome.
- One flat price per card — no declared-value tiers, ever.
Review & submit
Take a moment to make sure every detail you have provided is correct — service, quantity, shipping address, and payment. When it all looks right, place your order and you are ready to pack and ship.
Next: pack your cards safelyPacking your cards safely
Once your order is placed, careful packing keeps your cards protected in transit. Follow these four steps to get them to DSG in the same condition they left your hands.
Sleeve & protect each card
Carefully inspect and remove any debris from the card. Hold it by the edges to avoid fingerprints or smudges, then slide it into an ULTRA PRO card sleeve.
- We recommend ULTRA PRO Semi-Rigid Graded Card Holders or ULTRA PRO 3″ × 4″ Clear Regular Top Loaders.
- Insert the sleeved card into a rigid holder to protect it during shipping.
- Don’t force the card in — gently tap the holder on a hard surface so the card slides down on its own.
Sandwich between cardboard
Place the card holders between two pieces of slightly oversized cardboard so they can’t shift around.
- Recommended cardboard size is 3.5″ × 5″. For more than 10 cards, add another pair of cardboard protectors for every 10 cards.
- Add a rubber band at each end to hold everything secure. Don’t over-tighten — you don’t want to bow the cards.
Box it up with padding
Wrap the cardboard packet in bubble wrap, then pack it into a sturdy cardboard box with extra padding on top for protection in transit.
- Fold and place a printed copy of your invoice on top of the packing material.
- No invoice printed? Go to ‘My Account’ → ‘Orders’ and print it from there.
Seal & ship to DSG
Secure the box with shipping tape and mail it to the address that matches your carrier.
- USPS: DSG, PO Box 3550, Rohnert Park, CA 94927.
- FedEx or UPS: DSG, 5800 Redwood Drive, Suite B, Rohnert Park, CA 94928.
Simple, flat shipping
All domestic orders ship via USPS with signature confirmation. Each additional 100 cards adds $50.
| Cards per order | Shipping |
|---|---|
| 1 – 50 | $20.00 |
| 51 – 100 | $45.00 |
| 101 – 150 | $75.00 |
| 151 – 250 | $120.00 |
| 251 – 350 | $200.00 |
Ship via USPS
PO BOX 3550
Rohnert Park, CA 94927
UPS or FedEx
5800 Redwood Drive, Suite B
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
To guarantee a specific carrier (FedEx or UPS) or for international options, email orders@dsggrading.com.
We’re here to help you submit
New to grading or stuck on a step? Send us a message and we’ll walk you through it, or jump straight to the page you need.
Prefer email? Reach us directly at support@dsggrading.com.
Ready to submit your cards?
Create your account, choose a service, and send your cards to Diamond Service Grading. We’ll handle the rest.
Need assistance? Email support@dsggrading.com