Frequently Asked Questions

What is MNT Grading Inc.?

MNT Grading Inc. is the industry’s new premier grading card company. MNT Grading Inc. has several Service Type options, from 2-Day up to 30-Day varying in price range depending on the amount of cards being sent in with each order. MNT Grading Inc. ranges across all hobby cards whether it is hockey, baseball, basketball, Pokemon, Magic The Gathering, etc. to meet your grading needs.

Why should I buy from MNT Grading Inc.?

MNT Grading Inc. uses the highest quality plastics, which are produced in North America, to ensure that your cards are fully protected once sealed. Our graders come with a wealth of experience within the industry, ensuring that all cards are graded with the same honesty, integrity, and consistency amongst all our experts. The customer’s satisfaction is our number one goal, as “We are the modern choice, for the modern collector”.

What size cards does MNT Grading Inc. currently accept?

MNT Grading Inc. is currently only grading regular sized cards (2.5×3.5 inches) ranging from 35pt to 180pt; any oversized cards such as booklets or cards exceeding the thickness of 180pt cannot be graded at this time. MNT Grading Inc. will accept cards under 35pt, however, will not be responsible for any damaged incurred after slabbing as the card can come loose from the holders.

Are your prices in CDN or USD?

All of our prices displayed on the website and Submission Forms are in CDN currency.

What types of payment do we accept?

We currently accept Credit Card (Visa and MasterCard) payments through our online checkout.
If you have any questions on the payment procedures please let us know prior to any purchases.

Am I able to go into hobby shops to purchase these services?

Absolutely! Please check our dealer locator to see the closest approved dealer. If they are not on the list, they are always more than welcome to call us and order MNT Service Tickets for you.

Why make an account with MNT Grading Inc.?

We recommend making an account with MNT Grading Inc. because you can track your order, see previous orders, update your shipping address, and more. Also, your shipping information will be prepopulated into any future orders into the online Submission Form.

Please also note that any manual orders (those not completed online) will have further delays and no guaranteed timelines.

I Live in Canada, are there taxes?

Yes, as we are a business in Canada we have to charge the applicable tax rates, please look at the chart below for details and percentages:
Alberta 5%
British Columbia 5%
Quebec 14.975%
Manitoba 5%
New Brunswick 15%
Newfoundland and Labrador 15%
Northwest Territories 5%
Nova Scotia 15%
Nunavut 5%
Ontario 13%
Prince Edward Island 15%
Saskatchewan 5%
Yukon 5%

All International (Including USA) orders have a 0% tax rate.

Where am I sending my shipment?

All shipments MUST be mailed to the following address:

PO Box 10
Elmira, ON, N3B 2Z5
Canada

Mailing packages to our office address will cause delays in us receiving your package, due to the mailing system in place at our location.

When is the first day for my service package?

The Service package selected will commence the day after the card(s) have been received at the MNT Grading Inc. office, NOT when Canada Post delivers to our PO box or when cards are dropped off at or shipped to Pristine Dealers. You will receive an email when your package has been received.

Can I drop off with MNT directly?

Unfortunately we no longer allow in-person order drop offs due to COVID among other reasons. You can still arrange drop offs with our Pristine Dealers and same with a pickup once the order is complete and returned to them.