I got this in a CGC email.
Collectors have long been able to submit to CGC at comic cons, regardless of whether they had a paid CGC Collectors Society Account. However, show submitters without an account have been missing out on the many benefits of the CGC Online Submission Form:
Avoiding lines with CGC’s Express Drop-Off Lane
Saving on handling fees
Tracking submissions online
Graders Notes
But not anymore!
CGC announced that any show submitters without a Collectors Society Account will be signed up for a free one. The change greatly enhances a collector’s show submission experience by enabling them to save time and money.
Prior to a show, collectors with a free Collectors Society Account can now enjoy the dynamic and user-friendly interface offered by the online form. Once at the show, they can bring their packing slips and books to CGC’s booth and beat the crowds with Express Drop-Off. Finally, collectors with a free account can track the status of their show submission by visiting CGCcomics.com
While company representatives will be giving collectors free Collectors Society Accounts on-site at conventions, CGC strongly encourages show submitters to sign up in advance online. Once signed up, collectors can complete the CGC Online Submission Form and prepare their show submissions.
Free Collectors Society Accounts allow collectors to submit only at shows. For more information on Associate and higher-level Collectors Society memberships, which provide show and mail submission privileges, submission discounts and other benefits, please visit CGCcomics.com/Join.