Common sizes
- South Africa (and much of Europe and Asia): 90 x 50mm.
- ISO / UK: 85 x 55mm.
- US and Canada: 3.5 x 2 inches (88.9 x 50.8mm).
- Credit-card size: 85.6 x 54mm.
If you are working from an overseas template, check the size before you design – a US template will be close to 90 x 50mm, but not exactly.
Artwork dimensions
For a 90 x 50mm card, set up your file at 96 x 56mm, which includes 3mm bleed on every edge. Keep all text and logos inside an 82 x 42mm area (4mm safe zone). Backgrounds and images should run right to the edge of the 96 x 56mm document. See bleed, trim and safe zone.
Portrait or landscape
Landscape is the default and fits most card holders and wallets the expected way. Portrait cards (50 x 90mm) stand out and suit tall logos or creative brands. Both use the same size and price.
Choose the lead time that suits your date: Economy (around 5 working days, 10% off), Standard (around 3 working days, listed price), Express (next working day, +20%) or Same-day (eligible items in by 09:00 Mon–Fri, +30%). The clock starts once payment and approved artwork are both in.
Same-day is priced high on purpose. If you can give us a few days, Economy or Standard saves you money.
Layout tips
- Minimum text size: about 7pt for details, larger for the name.
- Avoid thin borders close to the edge – small cutting variations make them look uneven.
- Use the back for a logo, a QR code or a second language.
- Leave white space; cramming details in makes cards harder to read.
Our standard card is 350gsm board: 500 for R790 single-sided or R890 double-sided. Order at business card printing or browse business cards. For finishes, see lamination options.
How to order your printing: set up the item in the shop and the price updates as you change the options. Attach your artwork at checkout – or ask for design help, which is charged separately. Payment is by Yoco card payment or EFT, in full for orders under R5,000 and with a 65% deposit from R5,000 up. When it is ready, pick it up at our Rivonia shop on a weekday between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM, or have it couriered to you at a quoted cost.
