Frequently Asked Questions

The “quota bag system” is a community term used to describe the way many clients experience offers for highly requested Hermès bags such as Birkin and Kelly.

Hermès does not publish one universal public rule for every boutique. Client experiences vary by region, boutique, inventory, relationship history and the specific bag requested.

MyQuotaBag helps users organize the visible parts of their own journey: wishlist details, purchases, boutique visits, notes, receipts and personal ratio.

In many client discussions, Birkin and Kelly are the bags most commonly described as quota bags.

In some markets or boutiques, Constance may also be treated as quota-like or handled with special allocation rules. Other bags can vary by location and demand.

Because practices vary, MyQuotaBag treats this as personal tracking context rather than an official Hermès rule.

In most boutiques, clients should not expect to walk in and buy a Birkin directly from the shelf.

Many Birkin and Kelly purchases happen through an offer process, and client experiences vary widely by boutique, timing, inventory and relationship history.

MyQuotaBag does not influence offers. It helps users keep their own wishlist, purchases and boutique notes organized privately.

There is no public universal waiting list timeline for a Birkin.

Some clients report receiving an offer within months. Others wait much longer. Timing can depend on boutique, inventory, wishlist specificity, client history and many factors that are not visible to the client.

MyQuotaBag helps users track their own timeline clearly, but it does not predict when or whether an offer will happen.

Birkin and Kelly bags are difficult to obtain because demand is high, supply is limited and offers can depend on many boutique-specific factors.

Clients often discuss purchase history, wishlist clarity, relationship continuity and timing, but Hermès has not published a formula that guarantees access.

MyQuotaBag helps users stay organized throughout the process without presenting the journey as a formula or shortcut.

The Constance is often discussed alongside Birkin and Kelly because it can be highly requested and difficult to obtain.

Whether it is treated as a quota bag can vary by market, boutique and client context. Some clients describe it as quota-like, while others separate it from Birkin and Kelly.

MyQuotaBag lets users track Constance as part of their personal wishlist and journey without assuming one official rule applies everywhere.

“Pre-spend” is a community term often used to describe a client’s purchase history outside of quota bags. Hermès has not published one universal pre-spend rule and practices can vary by boutique, region and client profile.

Many collectors track their purchases privately to better understand their own history over time.

MyQuotaBag helps users organize that history in one place by logging purchases, receipts, boutique visits, wishlist details and personal ratio. For more context, see the Insider Guide.

There is no public universal list from Hermès that defines what counts toward pre-spend.

For personal tracking, many collectors choose to track non-quota categories such as ready-to-wear, shoes, scarves, jewelry, watches, home, fragrance and other boutique purchases.

Quota bags are usually excluded from personal ratio tracking. Bags and small leather goods can still be logged in MyQuotaBag for record keeping, even if users choose not to include them in purchase progress.

Because practices vary by boutique, region and client profile, MyQuotaBag is designed as a private organization tool — not as a source of official rules or guaranteed outcomes.

There is no publicly confirmed minimum spend and no guaranteed ratio for receiving a Birkin offer.

Clients share many personal experiences online, but results vary widely depending on boutique, location, inventory, client history, timing and preferences.

MyQuotaBag helps users track their own purchase history and personal ratio clearly. It does not predict, guarantee or influence offers.

Online communities often discuss ratios such as 1:1, 2:1 or higher, but Hermès has not published an official required ratio.

Reported experiences vary widely by boutique, market, bag type, size, color, leather and client profile.

MyQuotaBag lets users track a personal ratio based on the wishlist bag price and the purchases they enter. It is a personal organization reference only. You can also try the ratio calculator.

Hermès has not publicly confirmed one universal reset policy.

Some clients track their purchase history by year. Others look at their full boutique relationship over time. Boutique practices may vary.

MyQuotaBag helps users see their own timeline clearly, including purchase dates, categories, notes and boutique visits.

Some U.S. clients have reported that certain boutiques may be moving toward a more formal wishlist process.

Hermès has not publicly confirmed one universal national wishlist rule and each boutique may handle wishes differently.

MyQuotaBag helps users keep wishlist details organized regardless of how the system evolves.

In many boutiques, clients discuss their preferences with an SA, who may note the desired bag type, size, leather, hardware and colors.

Some boutiques may use a more formal wishlist process, while others may remain more relationship-based.

MyQuotaBag helps users keep their wishlist details clear, consistent and easy to update privately.

In some markets with formal wishlist systems, clients report that wishes may have a time limit. In other markets, the process may be less formal.

U.S. boutique practices may vary and Hermès has not publicly confirmed one universal rule.

MyQuotaBag helps users remember when a wish was discussed, updated or followed up.

Many clients focus on clear communication, patience, consistent visits and buying items they genuinely enjoy.

There is no shortcut and no guaranteed approach.

MyQuotaBag helps users remember visit details, items discussed, purchases made and follow-up notes over time. The Insider Guide covers the SA relationship in more depth.

There is no universal schedule.

Some clients visit monthly. Others visit more or less often depending on location, travel, availability and their relationship with the boutique.

MyQuotaBag helps users track visit cadence and notes privately so they can see their own pattern clearly.

Common organization mistakes include relying only on memory, losing receipts, forgetting what was discussed during boutique visits or changing wishlist details without keeping track.

Some clients also focus too much on formulas or ratios instead of building a genuine relationship and buying items they truly enjoy.

MyQuotaBag helps users stay organized and keep their own records clear — without positioning itself as a formula or prediction tool.

Client experiences vary. Some accept an off-wishlist offer. Others politely decline and restate their preferred wish.

There is no single outcome that applies to every boutique or client.

MyQuotaBag can help users keep private notes about offers, decisions and future preferences.

There is no guaranteed path to a Birkin offer.

Many clients report that relationship, purchase history, boutique availability, timing and wishlist clarity may all matter. Experiences vary widely.

MyQuotaBag helps users stay organized throughout the journey. It does not predict, speed up or guarantee any offer.

Kelly bags are generally considered difficult to obtain because demand is high and supply is limited.

Availability can vary by boutique, size, color, leather, hardware and client profile.

MyQuotaBag helps users track wishlist details and purchase history privately but does not influence availability or offers.

Outcomes vary.

Some clients report receiving another offer after a short time. Others may wait longer. The result can depend on boutique, inventory, timing and how preferences are communicated to the SA.

MyQuotaBag can help users keep private notes about the offer, their decision and any follow-up details for their own reference.

There is no reliable way to know if a Birkin offer is close.

Clients may track purchase history, wishlist clarity, boutique visits and relationship context, but Hermès has not published a formula or confirmed ratio that predicts offers.

MyQuotaBag helps users see their own journey more clearly. It does not predict timing or guarantee any offer.

Client reports vary. Some collectors note that purchases made directly with an SA in-boutique may be treated differently from independent online orders, but Hermès has not published one universal rule on this.

MyQuotaBag lets users log each purchase with the boutique, date, category, SA notes and any relevant details — so they have their own clear private record regardless of how different purchases may be counted.

Client reports vary by country, boutique and system.

Some purchases may be visible across certain systems, while other purchases may not appear the same way depending on region, boutique type or account setup.

MyQuotaBag lets users keep their own independent private record of all purchases regardless of where they were made.

Online purchases may appear in a Hermes.com account. In-store purchase history may be available through boutique systems or confirmed with an SA, depending on the market and boutique.

MyQuotaBag gives users a private way to maintain their own purchase record with dates, categories, notes and receipts.

Keeping receipts organized over time becomes easier with a consistent method — whether that is a dedicated folder, a digital scan or a purpose-built tool.

MyQuotaBag lets users attach receipts to purchase entries so the full history stays in one private place. E-receipts typically scan more cleanly than paper receipts. If a paper receipt does not scan well, adjusting the distance or angle often helps — the goal is a clear, evenly framed image.

Manual entry and editing are always available.

Yes. Users can add past purchases manually and attach or scan past receipts when available.

This helps rebuild a clearer view of the journey in one private place, even if the user already has years of purchase history.

Manual entry and editing are always available.

Receipt scanning currently supports Canada and the United States.

Manual purchase entry is available for all users regardless of location, so MyQuotaBag can still be used to organize purchases, wishlist details, boutique visits and notes even when receipt scanning is not supported for a specific receipt format.

Yes. Receipt scanning uses on-device text recognition.

Receipts are not uploaded to a third-party OCR service for scan processing. Users can always review and edit scan results before saving.

Receipt scanning is currently available during the early phase.

It may become a paid or premium feature later as the app grows and the scan becomes more advanced.

Manual purchase entry will remain available so users can still organize their journey without using receipt scan.

Yes. MyQuotaBag helps users start organized from day one. Users can set a wishlist bag, log purchases, add boutique visits, keep private notes and follow their personal ratio over time.

It is designed for both beginners and users who already have years of purchase history.

Yes. MyQuotaBag is an independent iOS app designed to help users privately organize their Hermès journey.

It works as a private Hermès journey tracker for wishlist details, purchases, boutique visits, receipts, notes and personal ratio — all in one place.

It is not affiliated with Hermès and does not predict or guarantee offers.

No. MyQuotaBag does not guarantee any Birkin, Kelly, Constance or quota bag offer.

The app does not predict offers, influence boutique decisions or provide a formula. It is designed to help users organize their own wishlist, purchases, receipts, notes, boutique visits and personal ratio privately.

MyQuotaBag is currently free during the early phase.

Some advanced features may become paid later, including receipt scanning, reports, exports or other premium tools.

Early users accepted into the first feedback program will keep access to the core features included in that program, even if some of those features become paid later.

No. MyQuotaBag is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by or connected to Hermès.

Any references to Hermès products, boutiques or categories are used only for descriptive and personal organization purposes.