At Catawiki, we curate premium-quality trading card auctions featuring the most sought-after collectibles — from Pokémon to Sports Cards, from Magic: The Gathering to Panini stickers and more. We only accept authentic collectables valued at €50 or more. Our experts review every submission to make sure bidders find special, rare and valuable objects.

Follow these guidelines to maximize your chances of a successful sale.

What we accept

We’re looking for authentic, high-quality objects that appeal to serious collectors. To be accepted, your object must:

• Fall within our accepted categories:
  • Individual cards
  • Complete and partial sets
  • Booster boxes and sealed packs
  • Collections of 1500+ cards
  • Graded objects from reputable grading companies such as PSA (US), BGS (US), CGC (US), SGC (US), CCC (FR), GG (NL), PCA (FR), ACE (UK), Graad (IT), AP Grading (DE), MGC (UK), CardMarket Grading (DE), CollectAura (FR), AI grading (IT), TAG (US
• Be authentic and in good condition
• Meet the minimum expected value of €50
   (You can combine objects in one submission to meet this threshold)

What increases your chances of approval:

• Offering cards appealing to all kinds of collectors : vintage, modern, graded, raw cards in very good conditions, sealed, sets and collections. 

• Offering cards in various languages, e.g. Japanese, Italian, French, etc.
• Brands such as Pokémon, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, Dragon Ball, Magic: the Gathering, Yu-Ghi-Oh and other cards from trading card games.

📌 Examples of accepted objects:

What we do not accept

To keep our auctions high-quality and trustworthy, we do not accept:

• Mystery boxes (unless submitted by professional sellers with a certain criteria)
• Replicas or non-authentic cards, stickers, or albums
• Fake or resealed booster boxes/packs
• Graded cards from unrecognised grading companies

• Heavily played raw cards

• Grouped submissions with less than 1500 cards

• Objects unrelated to cards (e.g. plushies, video games)
• Signed cards without authentication
• Booster packs and sealed products without required photographs and proof
• Empty original vintage boxes
  
  

📌 Examples of rejected objects:

Getting your submission ready

1. Fill in all the lot details following the submission flow and write a clear description

When you submit an object, you’ll see fields to guide you in providing the right information, e.g. type of object, condition, etc. These fields ensure your listing is clear, searchable, and easy for bidders to understand.

📌Example of a well-filled object specifics:

Please also use the object description field to share:

• Unique features or notable history of the object
• What is included/not included (e.g. packaging). For objects like sets or albums clearly state if they are partial or complete.
• Where the object came from/how it was obtained
• If the object has any flaws or signs of wear (scratches, fading, bends, marks)
• Disclaimer with the pull chances and randomisation guarantee by a third party for mystery boxes submitted by professional sellers

Tip: The more detail you provide, the easier it is for bidders to understand the value of your object – and the more likely it is to sell. Find here more tips on how to write a clear, accurate description.

📌Example of a well-written lot description:

“Unique opportunity for collectors and Pokémon fans! These carefully preserved Pokémon cards have all been professionally appraised and graded by PSA, the worldwide standard for card valuation. This set consists of 9 cards, including some iconic classics from the beloved Pokémon XY Evolutions and Sun & Moon Hidden Fates series.

Cards in this set (all PSA graded):

• Magikarp – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 9 (Mint)Electabuzz – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 9 (Mint)

• Nidorino (Reverse Foil) – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 9 (Mint)

• Charizard (Reverse Foil) – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 9 (Mint)

• Charizard (Holo) – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 9 (Mint) – Very popular among collectors!

• Arcanine – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 8 (NM-MT)

• Charizard Spirit Link (Trainer) – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 9 (Mint)

• Misty's Determination – 2019 Hidden Fates – PSA 9 (Mint)

• Electabuzz – 2016 XY Evolutions – PSA 9 (Mint)

Highlights:

• Contains two Charizard cards, including the iconic Holo variant.

• All cards professionally graded by PSA, including certification numbers.

• Excellent investment or valuable addition to an existing collection.

• In excellent condition (several cards rated as Mint 9)

Shipping:

The cards are carefully packaged and shipped with tracking and insurance, ensuring they arrive safely and in top condition to the buyer.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to acquire a valuable and visually stunning PSA-graded Pokémon card set!”

2. Great photos matter

Photos are the first thing bidders see – so make them count! We recommend including at least 3 high-quality images that clearly show the condition and details of your object. This helps bidders make informed decisions and increases your chances of a successful sale.

Your photos should include:

For all submissions:

• Front and back of the card
• Close-ups (especially for holofoil cards or edges)

For grouped submissions:

• Overview image including all items, as well as photos of each item individually

Additional images by object type:

• Sealed packs: Front and back, clearly showing all four corners, include strip photos and weight. We do not accept vintage sealed packs that do not show weight.
• Sealed boxes: All sides and angles
• Graded cards: Professional scans from the grading company (downloadable from PSA, SGC, CGC, etc.)

Tip: Use a neutral background (white or black), avoid low-quality or stock images, and aim for natural lighting. Find here more tips on how to take professional photos.

📌 Examples of good vs. bad photos: 

• These photos show a graded card with full slab visible, from the  ideal angle and include front and back of the card. The bidders can clearly see the card on both sides and the grade information. This increases trust and possibility to receive more bids.

• The card in these photos is not completely visible, the photo of the slab where the grade is written is not visible, there are not any photos of the back of the card.  

• These photos are correctly showing the booster pack from each side, including the photos of the strip and the weight of the pack. With this information, bidders are more likely to bid as they can understand that this is an authentic item.

• In these photos, all angles of the booster pack is not visible and there aren’t any photos of the strip nor can we see the weight. 

3. Additional proof of authenticity

We pay extra attention to ensure authenticity of high-value objects and autographed cards to protect bidders and ensure a trustworthy marketplace.

For high-value objects(€500+):

If your object is valued over €500, we may request additional verification before approval:

✔ Proof of provenance, such as receipts, scans, or authentication reports
✔ Extra high-resolution images showing object details clearly
✔ Verification of ownership, if not already evident in the documentation

For autographed objects:

Autographed objects must follow strict guidelines to ensure authenticity:

✔ Only authenticated signatures are accepted
Must be verified by the original publisher by a reputable grading company: AP Grading, BCCG, BGS, Beckett, CGC, CSG, GG, GMA, GSG, Graad, MGC, MTG, PCA, PGi, PSA, PSA/DNA, SGC, WCG.

✔ Other proof may be accepted at our discretion
If the card isn’t certified but includes a clear photo or video of the signature being made, it may still be accepted.

X No unverified autographs
Cards with hand-signed autographs that lack valid authentication will not be accepted due to the risk of fraud.

📌 Examples of proof of authenticity: 

• The cards on the left and in the middle are graded and authenticated. The middle image is sent as a proof of ownership in the moment that the photo has been requested by our experts, with date and hour. The card on the right is a raw autographed card that has not been authenticated. This item can not be accepted as we do not have means of authentication without holding the card in our hands.

Ready to sell? List your trading cards today

Selling with us is free – commission is only applied if your object sells.

Follow these guidelines to maximize your chances of success.

Register as a seller and submit your trading cards for auction now.