The Short Answer
- SGC has the fastest turnaround at 10–20 days for Base tier.
- PSA Regular is 65–90 days as of June 2026 amid the 10M-card backlog.
- BGS Economy averages 30–60 days, faster than PSA at a lower price point.
- CGC Bulk is 90–120 days but costs only $25 per card.
- TAG Basic is 15–30 days but core tiers are currently filled/closed.
PSA Turnaround Times (June 2026)
PSA is experiencing its longest backlog in company history, with approximately 10 million cards in the queue as of June 2026. The company paused all Value tiers to focus on higher-priced submissions.
| Tier | Price | Estimated Turnaround | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value Bulk | $24.99 | N/A | Paused |
| Value | $39.99 | N/A | Paused |
| Regular | $79.99 | 65–90 days | Open |
| Economy | $124.99 | 45–65 days | Open |
| Express | $199.99 | 15–25 days | Open |
| Super Express | $249.99 | 10–15 days | Open |
| Walkthrough | $300+ | 5–10 days | Open |
BGS Turnaround Times (June 2026)
| Tier | Price | Estimated Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | $35 | 30–60 days |
| Standard | $75 | 20–40 days |
| Express | $175 | 10–20 days |
| Premium | $250+ | 5–10 days |
CGC Turnaround Times (June 2026)
| Tier | Price | Estimated Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk | $25 | 90–120 days |
| Economy | $65 | 65–90 days |
| Standard | $150 | 30–45 days |
| Express | $250 | 10–20 days |
SGC Turnaround Times (June 2026)
| Tier | Price | Estimated Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Base | $24.99 | 10–20 days |
| Premium | $49.99 | 5–10 days |
| Express | $99.99 | 3–5 days |
TAG Turnaround Times (June 2026)
| Tier | Price | Estimated Turnaround | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $30 | 15–30 days | Open |
| Standard | $60 | N/A | Filled |
| Express | $125 | N/A | Filled |
| Priority | $200 | 5–10 days | Open |
| Walkthrough | $350+ | 2–5 days | Open |
Summary: Fastest to Slowest
| Rank | Company | Cheapest Tier | Fastest Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SGC | $24.99 | 10–20 days |
| 2 | TAG | $30 | 15–30 days |
| 3 | BGS | $35 | 30–60 days |
| 4 | PSA | $79.99 | 65–90 days |
| 5 | CGC | $25 | 90–120 days |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does PSA grading take in 2026?
PSA Regular tier takes approximately 65–90 days as of June 2026. Express is 15–25 days and Super Express is 10–15 days. Value tiers are paused.
What is the fastest card grading company?
SGC has the fastest turnaround at 10–20 days for Base tier ($24.99). TAG Basic is 15–30 days but core tiers are currently filled.
How long does BGS grading take?
BGS Economy averages 30–60 days. Standard is 20–40 days, Express is 10–20 days, and Premium is 5–10 days.
How long does CGC grading take?
CGC Bulk is 90–120 days. Economy is 65–90 days, Standard is 30–45 days, and Express is 10–20 days.
How long does SGC grading take?
SGC Base is 10–20 days. Premium is 5–10 days, and Express is 3–5 days. SGC is the fastest major grader in 2026.
Is TAG grading still open?
TAG Basic ($30, 15–30 days), Priority ($200, 5–10 days), and Walkthrough ($350+, 2–5 days) are open. Standard and Express tiers are currently filled.
Sources & Further Reading
- PSA — Current Turnaround Times
- BGS — Service Levels
- CGC — Turnaround Estimates
- SGC — Pricing & Turnaround
- TAG — Service Tiers
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