Disclaimer: This post reflects my personal experiences and opinions on using the PSA Vault. I am not affiliated with or sponsored by PSA, and this is not financial advice. Always do your own research before using any sports card vault service.

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Recently, I’ve been exploring different vault services to see which one works best. The PSA Vault caught my attention because it allows you to store cards and sell them directly on eBay without having to ship them yourself (for fees that are similar, if not less, than they would be selling directly on eBay).

To test out the process, I decided to buy a card on eBay and have it shipped directly to the PSA Vault. Here’s how it went.

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Buying a Card on eBay for the PSA Vault

I purchased a Paige Bueckers 1st Bowman PSA 10 for $61 (which came out to $65.61 after shipping). My goal was to see how easy it was to buy a graded card on eBay and send it straight to the PSA Vault for storage.

Since I wasn’t planning to hold onto this card personally, using a vault was my ideal solution. Not only would I avoid handling and storing the card myself, but it also meant that if I ever wanted to sell it, I could do so directly from the vault without needing to ship it out.

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Shipping to the PSA Vault

Once I won the auction, I simply entered the PSA Vault address in the shipping details on eBay. The seller shipped the card on February 6th, and tracking showed it was delivered to PSA on February 18th.

However, I didn’t receive any confirmation from PSA upon arrival. Instead, I just kept an eye on my vault account, and on February 24th, the card appeared in my inventory. There was no notification from PSA—it just showed up.

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User Experience & New Fee Structure

Once my card was in the PSA Vault, I explored the user interface, which was clean and easy to navigate. I could see all my vaulted cards and had clear options for selling or withdrawing them.

However, PSA recently announced some fee changes effective March 17, 2025:

• Selling fees are decreasing slightly, which is a plus for those listing cards on eBay.
• However, long-term withdrawal fees are increasing:
  • Cards held less than 90 days will now cost $1.99 to withdraw (previously $1).
  • Cards held over 90 days will now cost $4.99 (previously $5).

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Is the PSA Vault Worth It?

Every vault service has its pros and cons, but overall, I think PSA’s Vault is a solid option, especially for long-term storage.

✔ Pros:

• Seamless process if you are buying already graded cards from eBay
• Secure storage for long-term holds
• Lower selling fees (but still not great for flipping)
• No fees to store the card

✖ Cons:

• Not ideal for quick flips due to the processing time and selling fees
• Withdrawal fees are increasing, making it less attractive for short-term storage

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Final Thoughts: Would I Use PSA Vault Again?

I think the PSA Vault is a great option for long-term storage but not for short-term flips. If you plan on holding onto a card for a while and like the idea of selling directly from the vault, this could be a solid choice.

However, if you’re buying a card with the intention of flipping it quickly, I’d recommend avoiding the vault and having it shipped directly to you instead.

In a future article, I’ll test withdrawing a card from PSA Vault and see how that process goes. Stay tuned!

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Would You Use the PSA Vault?

Have you tried the PSA Vault before? Would you consider it for long-term storage, or do the fees make it a dealbreaker for you? Let me know in the comments!