How to sell Pokémon cards on eBay
eBay is where most single cards change hands. It takes about 13% of the sale as its fee. A clear title, honest photos and the right way of sending do the rest.
Tick what your listing has
A listing with all six sells faster and for more.
- The fee is about 13% of the total, plus a small charge on each order.
- Put the Pokémon, the card number, the set and the condition in the title.
- Photograph the card itself, front and back.
- Cards under $20 can go by eBay's standard envelope, with tracking.
- Cards sold for $200 or more go through eBay's authenticity check.
Charizard$334 rawOur scannerStart the listing from a scanScan the card and press Sell on eBay. eBay opens ready to list that card.Scan a card →What it costs
Confirmed
- Single cards sold for $200 or more are checked before they reach the buyer.
- eBay's standard envelope service is for cards priced under $20.
Reported, not confirmed
- The fee on trading cards is about 13.25% of the total, up to $7,500.
- Each order carries a charge of 30 or 40 cents.
Writing the title
- Lead with the Pokémon and the card number.
- Add the set name and the year.
- Say holo, reverse holo or first edition if it is one.
- End with the condition, or with the grade and the company.
For example: Charizard 4 of 102, Base Set, holo, Lightly Played.
Auction or fixed price
| Format | Use it for | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Auction | Cards many people want this week. | Bidders find the price for you. |
| Fixed price | Everything else. | It waits for the right buyer. |
| Best offer | Cards priced a little high. | Buyers come to you with a number. |
Sending
- Under $20: eBay's standard envelope, with the card in a toploader.
- Over $20: a tracked mailer.
- Over $200: the card goes to eBay's checker first.
- Send within the time your listing promises.
After the sale
- Add the tracking number to the order.
- Keep your photos until the buyer has the card.
- Answer messages through eBay, not by text or email.
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Common questions
How much does eBay take when you sell Pokémon cards?
About 13% of the total the buyer pays, plus a small charge on each order. The figure is reported at 13.25% for trading cards.
Is it better to auction Pokémon cards or sell at a fixed price?
Auction a card many people want this week. Use a fixed price for everything else, with offers switched on.
What should I put in an eBay title for a Pokémon card?
The Pokémon, the card number, the set, the printing and the condition. Buyers search by those words.
How do I send a card sold on eBay?
In a sleeve and a toploader, sealed in a team bag. Cards under $20 can go by eBay's standard envelope. Send anything dearer in a tracked mailer.
What is eBay's authenticity check for cards?
Single cards sold for $200 or more go to a checker first. They confirm the card matches the listing, then send it on to the buyer.
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