: Most Scout Shops allow the purchase of replacement badges for lost items if you provide proof of advancement, such as a digital record from Scoutbook or a photo of the original uniform.

: Unit leaders can purchase badges online through the Scoutbook App. This system integrates with the official Scout Shop website , allowing leaders to submit a Purchase Order (PO) directly to the online cart.

Official merit badges are considered . You cannot simply add them to a standard retail cart without documentation of the Scout's achievement.

: Merit badges are typically purchased at local National Scout Shops or Council Trading Posts by presenting a signed Unit Advancement Report.

Buying merit badges online falls into three distinct categories: official Boy Scouts of America (BSA) procurement, "adulting" or spoof badges for personal use, and vintage collectibles. Official BSA Merit Badges

For non-Scouting purposes, various online retailers offer parody or "adulting" merit badges for achievements like "Did Laundry," "Drank Some Water," or "Cooked at Home". BSA® Merit Badges | Boy Scouts of America®