This policy was updated on 28 October 2025 to provide more guidance on how to sell permitted items, and is effective as of that date.
See our policy below to learn more about what isn't allowed and the guidelines for what is allowed.
What is the policy?
Items not allowed include:
- Contests
- Lotteries
- Raffles
- Random drawings
Items that we allow must follow these guidelines:
- Bonuses or gifts with purchase are allowed as long as identical bonuses or gifts are included for all buyers
- Card breaks may be sold by pre-approved eBay Live sellers* only. These sellers must comply with eBay's Card Break Guidelines, including by ensuring that every buyer who purchases a slot in a case break receives a card. If no card is pulled from the pack or box to the spot, you must provide the buyer with a relevant and valuable card
- Repacks, mystery boxes or grab bags may be listed under the following conditions:
- The listing contains general information about what is included
- The listing does not single out items with monetary or collector's value unless they are included with every purchase
- Trade promotions, giveaways and sweepstakes may only be conducted if pre-approved by eBay
*To apply to sell on eBay Live, please contact us - opens in new window or tab. Approval to list card breaks will be at eBay's discretion. Learn more about products with eligibility requirements.
Activity on eBay is required to follow this policy, the eBay User Agreement and all applicable laws, as well as respect the rights of third parties. If it doesn't, eBay may take action consistent with applicable laws and the eBay User Agreement, and may even be legally required to do so. Such actions may include, as an example only: Removing the listing or other content, issuing a warning, restricting activity or account suspension.
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Why does eBay have this policy?
This policy helps ensure that important government regulations are followed.