Business Card Printing Dubai: Matte, Glossy, Shaped and Plastic Cards (2026)
A business card is still the fastest way to leave your details in someone’s hand, and Dubai gives you plenty of chances to use one. Dubai World Trade Centre hosted 401 events in 2025, according to the Dubai Media Office, and every stand, meeting and networking evening ends with an exchange of cards. This guide to business card printing Dubai companies order covers the card types in our range, listed prices, finishes, paper and size, and how to order with a free design.
For most companies, the right starting point is a standard matte or glossy card listed at around AED 100, with your logo and contact details on premium cardstock. If you want the card to stand out, rounded corners, a square or circle shape, a leaf cut or a waterproof plastic card are listed at around AED 95 to 431.
Why business cards still matter in the UAE
Digital contact sharing is growing, but cards are still exchanged at almost every trade show, client meeting and networking event in the UAE. A card works without a signal, without an app and without asking someone to type your name correctly.
A good card also does a branding job. The paper weight, finish and shape tell the recipient something about your company before they read a word, which is why printed cards sit alongside roll up banners and branded giveaways in most event kits.
Planning a branded order?
Share your quantities, budget and deadline. We reply with options, mockups and a bulk price, plus free design help.
Business card printing Dubai: types and listed prices
These are the main cards in our business cards collection, with listed prices at the time of writing.
| Business card | Listed price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Square business cards (6 x 6 cm, 300 GSM) | Around AED 95 | Creative brands, QR codes, product inserts |
| Matte business cards | Around AED 100 | Corporate teams, consultants, law and finance |
| Glossy business cards | Around AED 100 | Bright logos, photography, retail |
| Circle business cards | Around AED 100 | Boutiques, cafes, packaging inserts |
| Rounded corner business cards | Around AED 155 | Modern brands, cards carried in wallets |
| Plastic business cards | Around AED 305 | Premium brands, outdoor and humid use |
| Leaf cut business cards (9 x 5 cm) | Around AED 431 | Eco, wellness and design brands |
The quantity each listing covers and the final price for your run are confirmed in your quote, together with the artwork and finish.
Matte and glossy cards
The matte business cards have a smooth non gloss finish with sharp text and a refined look, which suits most corporate teams. The glossy business cards use a high shine finish on premium cardstock that makes colours and photos stand out.
Shaped cards: square, circle, rounded and leaf cut
A different shape gets noticed in a pile of standard cards. The square business cards are printed on 300 GSM paper and work well for QR codes and product shots. Rounded corners resist wear in wallets, circle cards double as packaging inserts, and leaf cut cards suit brands with a natural or sustainable story.
Plastic business cards
The plastic business cards resist bending, tearing and water, and come in frosted, clear, matte or glossy finishes. They cost more per listing, so most companies keep them for senior staff, sales teams and VIP clients.
Choosing the finish, paper and size
Three decisions shape how a card feels in the hand.
- Finish. Matte is easier to write on and reads as understated. Glossy makes colours richer but shows fingerprints. If you want a note written on the card, choose matte.
- Paper weight. Heavier cardstock feels more premium. Our square cards use 300 GSM paper, and we confirm the stock for each card type in your quote.
- Size. Standard cards are close to the size of a bank card, which the ISO/IEC 7810 standard sets at 85.60 x 53.98 mm for ID-1 cards, so they fit wallets and card holders. Square and leaf cards are deliberately different.
- Paper source. If sustainable paper matters to your brand, ask us which stocks are available and look for the FSC label on certified paper. We do not claim certification unless it is confirmed for your order.
Design tips for a card people keep
Keep the front simple: logo, name, title and one or two ways to reach you. Put extra detail, such as a QR code, a map or services, on the back.
Use a vector logo (AI, EPS, PDF or SVG) so edges print sharply, and keep text at least 3 mm inside the trim line so nothing is cut off. A two sided card also lets you print English on one side and Arabic on the other. Our team prepares a free mockup for your approval before printing, and you can see more on our printing methods page.
How to order business cards in Dubai
Our business card printing Dubai service takes four steps.
- Choose the card. Use the table above to pick the type, shape and finish.
- Send your details and logo. Include names, titles, phone numbers, emails and the number of staff who need cards.
- Approve the free design. We prepare a mockup of the front and back for your approval.
- Printing and delivery. Production time depends on the item, quantity and branding method; we confirm your timeline with your quote.
Cards pair well with other printed items for events and launches, such as custom stickers and labels and branded notebooks. For larger company orders, see our bulk orders page.
Frequently asked questions
How much do business cards cost?
In our range, business cards are listed from around AED 95 for square cards and around AED 100 for matte, glossy or circle cards, up to around AED 305 for plastic cards and AED 431 for leaf cut cards. The final price depends on the card type, finish, number of names and quantity. Send your details through our design request form and we confirm the exact price in your quote.
What is the standard size of a business card?
Most business cards are close to bank card size, which the ISO/IEC 7810 standard defines as 85.60 x 53.98 mm. Another common size is 3.5 x 2 inches (about 89 x 51 mm). Square cards (6 x 6 cm in our range) and shaped cards are deliberately different to stand out.
Are matte or glossy business cards more professional?
Both look professional, but matte is usually seen as more understated and is easier to write on. Glossy makes colours and photos brighter, which suits retail, food and creative brands. If you are unsure, ask us about the finishes; on confirmed orders we also send a sample kit before production, and samples without an order are charged.
What is the best paper weight for business cards?
Heavier cardstock feels sturdier and more premium in the hand. Our square business cards, for example, are printed on 300 GSM premium paper. We confirm the paper stock for each card type in your quote, so you know exactly what you are getting.
Are business cards still relevant in 2026?
Yes, especially in the UAE, where trade shows, client meetings and networking events still run on printed cards. Dubai World Trade Centre alone hosted 401 events in 2025. Many people now add a QR code that links to a digital profile, so the card and the phone work together.
Get a free quote or sample kit
Need business cards for a new hire, a whole team or an upcoming event? Send us your logo, names and the card you like, and we will prepare a free design for your approval. On confirmed orders we also send a sample kit, mainly digital mockups, before production.
Get a free quote or sample kit
Prefer WhatsApp? Message +971 52 656 8355 and tell us what you need. Our office hours are Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to 7pm.