Transfer Market ban for legitimate card sales (PC)

The "Transfer Market" is the lifeblood of EA SPORTS FC 26 Ultimate Team. For many, the thrill of "sniping" a 100k card for 10k or flipping TOTW items for profit is just as addictive as the gameplay itself. However, a growing number of legitimate traders are waking up to a nightmare: the dreaded red banner informing them that their access to the Transfer Market has been permanently disabled.

If you’ve been banned for what you consider "legit" sales, you aren't alone. Here is a breakdown of why this is happening in FC 26.

The "False Positive" Phenomenon

EA’s anti-cheat system relies on automated heuristics—essentially "bots" looking for patterns that suggest coin distribution or third-party trading software. In 2026, these bots have become more aggressive than ever. While they catch many "coin farmers," they are also flagging innocent players who simply happen to be efficient traders.

Common Triggers for Legitimate Bans:

Selling at Max Price Range: If you sell a rare silver or a specific "extinct" card for its maximum allowed price, the system might flag it as a "Balance Transfer." To a bot, a card sold for 10,000 coins that usually goes for 400 looks like a coin transfer, even if that card is currently required for a high-value SBC.

Mass Bidding "Coincidences": Recent reports from the FC 26 community suggest that winning multiple cards on open bid from the same seller (even by accident) can trigger a ban. The system assumes you are "helping" a friend or a coin seller move their stock.

"Cursed" Cards: Certain promo cards, like the Winter Wildcards of early 2026, were reportedly flagged by EA’s system due to price volatility, leading to thousands of "False Positive" bans on PC and consoles.

High-Frequency Trading: Using the Web App or Companion App too quickly—filtering, buying, and listing within seconds—can make the system mistake you for a "sniping bot."

I’m writing this article to shed light on this issue. It’s been nearly a month since my Transfer Market access was revoked, and despite filing an appeal along with a DSAR (Data Subject Access Request), I’ve seen no progress so far. My appeal status is currently stuck at 'Waiting for Studio.'

If you’ve also been hit with a false Transfer Market ban or have any advice on how to resolve this, please speak up and share your story. Maybe if we make enough noise, we’ll finally be heard. Thank you all for your time.