Standard business card printing is essential to any company, whether it’s a startup or an established institution. Every card you hand out determines the impression both new and old clients will make about your brand. That’s why we offer fast, same-day printing for standard business cards that doesn’t compromise the product’s quality. No feature is missed, so you can reap the rewards your custom business cards every time you hand them out.
By default, your custom business cards will measure 2” x 3.5”, the standard size for US business cards. Its compact size has several benefits:
Keep in mind that your business card design should also have the following sections included to prevent any printing errors:
Don't have time to account for these standard business card measurements? Our layout templates include these specifications. Download your preferred standard business card dimensions to get a head start on your design.
Choose from three classy and long-lasting cardstock choices that look and feel professional for your custom business cards.
14 pt. Cardstock
16 pt. Cardstock
17 pt. Cardstock
Aside from providing extra protection for your custom business cards, the optional protective coating highlights the most important parts of your business card design. Choose a finish that reflects your brand or company’s personality – there are several to choose from!
Gloss
You can also opt for smooth, rounded corners – play with the overall aesthetic and get them on alternating sides or on all of them. We can assure all-around quality in our standard business card printing however you decide to customize your business cards
Are you still on the fence about ordering your standard business cards from us? Allow us to convince you in five different ways:
Wide range of customization options available. From cardstock to finishes, you’ll never run out of choices. Here at NextDayFlyers, you’ll surely be able to bring the standard business card of your dreams to life.
Smooth and hassle-free ordering process. Everything you need to personalize your standard business cards is laid out in the order calculator – no hidden buttons, no confusing menus.
24/7 customer support. Do you have anything to ask or clarify before placing your business card order? Our agents are happy to assist no matter the time of day.
Quick turnaround times. In a rush to receive your custom business cards? Check out and submit your design before 10 A.M. PST and we can get your order ready for shipping the same day! If you’re fine with waiting, our standard print turnaround time is 3 business days, which is pretty fast, too.
Decades of industry experience. NextDayFlyers has been providing top-notch online printing services since 1998. When you print your standard business cards with us, you don’t just receive products that exceed your expectations, you also get to work with a trusted business with almost 30 years of unparalleled knowledge and expertise.
Have a look at these articles to help you get started on your custom business card design.
How fast can I get my business cards?
We can get your custom business cards ready for shipping or pickup today (if order was confirmed by 10am) or on the next business day.
To find out when you will receive the business cards, select the “Get Delivery Estimate” link and input your ZIP code.
Which materials are recommended for double-sided printing?
All our cardstock options are thick enough for printing on both sides. If you want a more premium, upscale feel for the entire card, we recommend the 16 pt. Cardstock or the 17 pt. Cardstock.
What is the size of a standard business card?
The standard US business card size is 2” x 3.5”. This is the same size as credit cards and can fit nicely in your wallet or pocket. If you are doing business outside the US, the standard business card dimensions are slightly different.
Is there an additional fee for printing on the back of the business card?
Yes, there is a minimal additional fee for back-side printing.
How do I design my business cards?
You can create your artwork in any design software and upload it to our website. We have free downloadable design templates for all size options to help ensure accurate dimensions. Alternatively, we have a beginner-friendly online tool with several customization features to help you create a business card design from scratch – just click the “Create Design Online” button to get started.
You may request for a free proof so you can review the final design before we proceed with printing.
Need someone to create a professional business card design for you? Call one of our Design Service Representatives at 844-340-9962 to learn more.
Do you have design templates I can use?
We don’t have customizable design templates, but we do have downloadable blank templates that come with bleed and trim lines so you can easily plug in your design without worrying about the dimensions.
What size should a business card image be?
Whether it’s a professional headshot or your business logo, the image you should use must be at least 300 dpi. Lower image resolutions will appear pixelated on the printed product. When planning your business card layout, make sure that the image and text are within the safety zones, to ensure these are not cut off after printing.
Do you offer other business card shapes?
Yes, we do. Our standard business cards is just one of our many business card products. You can check out the rest of our offerings at our Business Card Printing page.
What format is best for printing business cards?
We recommend uploading your artwork in PDF or TIFF, so all fonts will display correctly. You can also create your business card design in any of the following formats: AI, EPS, .CDR, JPG or JPEG, PSD, INDD, and PUB.
Tangible, printed business cards are still such an important part of sales and marketing efforts for all industries. They provide you with an effective direct marketing tool, they add professionalism to your brand’s image, they’re a physical reminder of your brand, and they are kept for long periods of time.
However, how much do business cards cost and are they worth it for your specific budget?
In short, business cards are extremely cost-effective, and are worth it for even the smallest budget. But let’s look at the many factors that influence the end cost of just 500 business cards (and a few other quantities) so you can get an idea of how much you could be spending and how you can keep business card costs low.
When it comes to business cards, durability is incredibly important since they are handed out and kept for long periods of time. Because of this, thick paper like 14pt or 18pt cover stock is recommended for business cards to protect them from tearing or creasing.
While these thicker paper weights are more expensive than say an 80# text weight paper, they will ensure that your business cards are durable enough to be handled by customers and prospects.
14pt is the most popular and cheapest paper used for business cards. 18pt cover paper will increase the cost of your business card anywhere from $8-$20 but it will be slightly thicker than 14pt cover which will increase the durability of your business cards.
Some printers also offer other options including plastic or acrylic business cards, as well as other specialty papers as a custom option. Materials like these will cost more than choosing your printer’s standard business card options or house stocks like “Conquest Preferred Paper.” This is because the material itself may cost more than say a 14pt cover stock, or they may not be as common, and your printer may not have them on hand, resulting in having to special order them.
The more business cards you order, the higher the overall cost will be. However, as you increase the quantity of your business cards, there are discounts applied to the price per business card.
For example, for 250 business cards the cost per business card is around $0.11-$0.20, for 500 business cards it’s around $0.06-$0.10 per business card, and for 1,000 business cards the cost is around $0.05 for each business card.
Because the price per business card drops as you increase the quantity, it’s important to consider how many business cards you may need from the time you order them to a year or 2 down the road, so you can save money by taking advantage of bulk order discounts which is much cheaper than ordering smaller quantities multiple times.
Turnaround time is the time it takes to print your business cards. If you choose a 1-day turnaround time, your business cards would be printed within the period of one business day and then would be ready to pick up or ship to you.
The faster you need your business cards, the more expensive it will cost. This is because when you give your printer say 3 days vs 1 day to print your business cards, you give them more time to find similar jobs that they can print alongside your business cards which saves them a lot of paper and time.
At Conquest Graphics, our business cards are a Quick Ship product, meaning depending on the quantity, and a few other factors, your business cards will automatically be printed within 1 business day at no extra charge. The average business card order of 500 to 2,500 business cards, through Conquest Graphics, are eligible for Quick Ship.
However, for most printing companies, choosing a 1-day turnaround for any quantity will be more expensive than choosing a 2 or 3-day turnaround.
Coatings have a huge impact on the end cost of business cards. There are also multiple options when it comes to adding coating to your business cards, including UV coatings on one side or both sides, as well as spot coating on one side or both sides of your business cards.
Spot coating (commonly glossy) is applied only on certain parts of your business card design. This creates a stunning look where certain elements like text, images, or specific design elements are shinier than the rest of your business card. Spot coating will increase the cost of business cards. For example, if you were looking to print 500 business cards and wanted spot coating applied to the front side of your cards, the cost could increase around $20.
Other coating options including UV gloss coating is applied to the entire front, back, or both sides of the business card. While UV coatings do increase the cost of business cards, adding a UV coating to at least one side of your business card will maximize its durability. When adding a UV coating to just one side of 500 business cards, the cost increases around $21.
Some business cards have designs on the front and back and some only have designs and information printed on the front with the back side blank.
Printing on just the front side of your business card will be cheaper than printing on both sides. This is because printing elements on the front and back side of a business card will require more ink resulting in a higher price. However, having information and design elements printed on the front and back side of your business cards isn’t as expensive as you may think.
For example, if you were printing 500 business cards and decided to add a back design to your card, it would only increase the overall price by around $9.
Adding metallic inks to your business card design, including gold and silver elements, is popular when it comes to business card printing. While metallic inks are an impactful addition to any business card and help your brand stand out, they are more expensive. For instance, if you were ordering 250 business cards and wanted the front of each card to have metallic elements, the price would increase by around $50. If you wanted to use metallic inks on both sides of your business card, the price would increase by around $65.
The standard business card size is 3.5” x 2”, however, some printers offer smaller business card sizes on their website or as a custom option. The smaller the business card, the less paper it will use, which typically translates to lower costs.
Larger business cards aren’t ideal for every business as it can be difficult for prospects and customers to store them in their wallets and elsewhere. If larger business cards make sense for your business, then it’s important to keep in mind that the larger the business card is, the higher the price will be.
For the standard 3.5” x 2” business card size, when ordering 500 custom business cards, the average cost per business card is around $0.06-$0.24.
Designing your business cards in-house will be the cheapest option. If you don’t have much or any experience, there are some websites, like Canva, where you can choose from a variety of free designs that are customizable. If you’re looking for a professional and completely unique business card design, you may need to seek professional design help from a graphic designer.
The cost of taking advantage of a graphic designer varies and could increase the cost of your custom business cards anywhere from $25-$1,000 and beyond. If you’re looking to save money by designing your business cards yourself, make sure to ask your printer about their free business card design templates. These templates will help you get your business cards ready for print and will save you money in the long run by helping you avoid any errors.
Die-cut business cards are great additions as they add a unique and custom component to your brand.
With die cutting, you can virtually create any shaped business card you would like. However, die-cut business cards will be more expensive than regular rectangle or square business cards and may require a custom quote, since they aren’t as common, and they will require your printer to make special cuts.
Typically, a business card with rounded corners will be more expensive than a business card with squared-off corners. And round corners will be cheaper than a custom-shaped business card. For example, if you were looking to create a circle, oval, cupcake, tree, or any other shaped business card, your printer will need to take extra time to specially cut each business card which will result in a higher cost.
Some printers offer discounts on business cards like 50% off, 50 free business cards, or even free business card portals, where you and your team can access and order your business cards with a click of a button. Overall, however, when taking into consideration the above factors, as well as factoring in the different costs associated with different printers, the average cost of 500 business cards is around $20-$40.
However, depending on who you order your business cards form, the paper type, if you are looking for a special die-cut business card, ordering business cards with metallic ink or spot coating, etc., the cost could double in price and beyond.
Overall, business cards are affordable and effective business materials that are essential for all industries.
Whether you’re a small business, a nonprofit, a franchise, or just getting prepared for a trade show, craft show or another event, always make sure you and your team have enough business cards on hand.
To get started on ordering your business cards, head to our business card product page to check out our business card pricing calculator which can help you find out how much 250, 500, or 2,000 business cards could cost you. Also, if you’re looking for a different size or other option not listed on our business card page, don’t hesitate to contact us, we’d be happy to help get a quote started for you!
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