BAMI’s grading services are built on trust, transparency, and dedication to delivering a secure and professional experience for collectors. By submitting your cards for grading, you agree to all the terms outlined below and on our official platforms.
Section 1: Invoice Terms and Payment Obligations
Once a grading batch is completed and arrives at BAMI HQ, the customer will have 7 working days to settle the issued invoice/submission confirmation.
Failure to pay within this period grants BAMI the right to revoke the invoice and consider the graded cards/items as BAMI property. Unpaid orders/submission confirmations/invoices passed the due period will be paid to customers at their time of submission in raw condition “ungraded” based on market price at their date of submission collection at BAMI.
we use “Collectr” or/and “Pricecharting”
Decision of which platform to be used are BAMI Decision.
(either one is accurate. Subjected to global market changes)
for market price reference.
No claims shall be entertained after the due period has passed or credit notes/refunds given after successful transaction of payment confirmation.
Section 2: Invoice Breakdown
Shipping Charges
Calculated based on the selected service level tier of the grading company.
Inbound (grader to BAMI) and outbound (BAMI to grader) shipping costs are shared proportionally among all participants within the same batch.
Your share is calculated as:
(Total shipping cost ÷ number of cards in your submission).
Customs Fees
Applied in accordance with ZATCA regulations (currently 5%), and based on the selected service level tier per grading company.
Customs fees are calculated using the total declared batch value and proportionally divided based on the declared value of each customer’s submission.
VAT & Combined Import Charges
VAT (15%) and customs fees are calculated on the total declared batch value, then distributed proportionally according to the number of cards submitted by each customer.
U.S. Tariffs (if applicable)
Any import tariffs imposed by U.S. grading partners (PSA, Beckett, CGC) will be included in the total service cost.
Tariffs are shared proportionally across the batch and applied according to the selected service level tier of the grading company.
BAMI Margin
The service margin varies depending on submission quantity and declared card value, particularly for B2B submissions.
Larger quantities benefit from lower per-card margins and reduced shipping rates.
Official grading company fees are excluded from this calculation.
Regular BAMI Clients
For regular clients, the estimated rate per card for the lowest service tier (declared value of approximately $200) ranges between 104 SAR – 140 SAR (VAT included).
Shipping and import fees are excluded.
Import fees, consisting of customs (5%) and VAT (15%), are applied upon return from the grader and are calculated based on the current declared value of the customer’s submission.
Example
For a single card valued at $200 or lower, the lowest-tier pricing applies to submissions of 100 or more cards under a single submission ID.
The above estimate is based on PSA grading rates.
Note: All prices are subject to change according to grading company policy revisions, quarterly updates, or logistic and currency fluctuations.
Section 3: Submission Commitment & Withdrawal
Once received at BAMI, no cancellation or withdrawal is allowed.
Any withdrawal requests must be submitted within 72 working hours, approved by the Grading Manager, and removed from the system entirely.
A re-submission must include new form and updated images.
Section 4: Packaging & Receiving
All cards must be submitted in proper protective sleeves (penny sleeve + top loader or card saver).
Submissions received without adequate protection or arriving in damaged condition are not the responsibility of BAMI.
If protection is missing or insufficient, the customer will be given the option to either have protection materials added to their invoice or have the items returned, with shipping costs covered by the customer.
Shipments showing signs of damage or tampering
whether from outside Riyadh or during local delivery/drop-off
will be immediately rejected upon inspection.
Note: Submissions that do not follow the official BAMI Grading Packing Guide may incur additional material charges (for penny sleeves, card savers, or replacements). These charges will be confirmed in the submission confirmation email prior to dispatching the cards to the grader.
Section 5: Grading Status & Communication
To track your submission, log in to your profile and navigate to BAMI Account → Grading Submissions.
For updates, assistance, or inquiries, please submit a support ticket under the “Grading” category and include your submission ID for reference.
The standard response time is 24–72 working hours; incomplete or inaccurate information may result in delays of up to 7 working days.
Section 6: Grade Reveal Policy
BAMI does not disclose grades digitally.
Once grading is completed by the grading company, BAMI may upload slab images to the customer’s profile without displaying the grade or certification number.
The full grade reveal will take place only upon physical pickup or insured delivery of the graded items.
Section 7: Periodic Submission Scheduling
BAMI operates according to a structured grading calendar for submissions.
Submission periods are scheduled on a weekly or bi-weekly basis,
as determined by the Grading Manager and announced in advance.
Following each submission window, sorting, photography, data entry, and invoice generation are completed internally within 2–4 working days.
Submissions that arrive after the scheduled cutoff are automatically transferred to the next available grading batch.
Section 8: Grading Company Turnaround Times
Turnaround times PSA: Learn More
Turnaround Times CGC: Learn More
Turnaround Times Beckett: Learn More
Processing officially begins once the grader receives the cards and notifies BAMI’s Grading Manager. Progress dates and updates are reflected through the tracking links available in the customer portal.
Section 9: Upacharges
Upcharges are applied when the graded value of a card or submitted item exceeds the originally declared value provided at the time of submission. These adjustments are determined directly by the grading company and are mandatory under their official valuation policies.
Typical examples include, but are not limited to:
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PSA: When a card receives a Gem Mint 10 grade and its current market value significantly exceeds the declared value at submission.
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Beckett: When a card achieves a Black Label 10, resulting in a higher assessed market value.
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CGC: When a card is graded Pristine 10 and its market value surpasses the declared value.
Additionally, upcharges may occur if the grading company reclassifies the service level or fee tier due to market appreciation of the submitted item during the grading process, or if service parameters are adjusted by the grader to reflect the updated global value.
Customers are required to settle all upcharge fees in full once notified by BAMI. All upcharges are billed according to the grading company’s official rate table and converted to Saudi Riyals at the prevailing exchange rate at the time of invoicing.
Failure to settle upcharges within 7 working days of notification may result in delayed release or storage of the graded items until payment is completed.
Note: Upcharges are applied solely at the discretion of the grading companies (PSA, CGC, Beckett, etc.). BAMI has no control over their valuation process and acts only as an intermediary to communicate and facilitate payment of such adjustments.
Section 10: Annexes
Annex A: Grading Company Fees Fees differ based on Selected Tier and Card Current Market value (based on live market pricing).
Annex B: CGC, PSA, and Beckett Terms By choosing CGC, PSA, or Beckett, you agree to their official terms available on their respective websites. Fees are calculated by declared value and selected service tier. BAMI secures shipping to each grading company with standard protection protocols. Neither CGC, PSA, nor Beckett is responsible for shipping damages, delays, or losses caused by courier services.
Annex C: Insurance Coverage BAMI pays for insurance coverage to the grading company on behalf of each customer, based on the selected service tier and declared current market value of the submitted card(s). In the case of confirmed loss or theft during the grading or shipping process from graders end, compensation will be issued by the grading company to BAMI, which will then be transferred to the customer accordingly. Annex A: Grading Company Fees Fees differ based on Selected Tier (Community or Express) and Card Current Market value (based on live market pricing).
Annex D: All Cards submissions per customer are serialized & stored in a climate controlled area at BAMI warehouses
Annex E: Final Delivery & Local Shipping
All graded cards are eligible for final delivery through insured shipping services **within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia only**. Insurance coverage is applied during transit and managed by our partnered logistics providers, in accordance with their declared value tiers. Final delivery charges, including insurance, will be requested **upon delivery** and must be settled directly with the courier.
BAMI shall not be liable for delays or claims caused by courier service mishandling after dispatch. Customers are advised to inspect the shipment condition upon receipt. Any damage must be reported within 24 hours via support ticket with photographic proof.
Annex F: Upcharges
Upcharges may be applied when the graded item’s final market value exceeds the declared value at the time of submission. These adjustments are determined directly by the grading company in accordance with their internal valuation policies.