Custom Lanyards Dubai: Types, Printing, Prices and How to Order (2026)
Dubai World Trade Centre welcomed 2.97 million attendees across 401 events in 2025, up 12 percent on the year before, according to the Dubai Media Office. Almost every one of those visitors wore a badge on a lanyard. That makes the humble neck strap one of the most visible places for your logo at any show, conference or office. This guide to custom lanyards Dubai organisers and HR teams order covers the main lanyard types, ID badge add ons, printing, typical prices from our own range and how to order.
For most event and office orders, the practical choice is a polyester lanyard printed with your logo, typically AED 8 to 9 per piece before branding, or a lanyard with a clear ID badge holder at around AED 12. Cotton and cork lanyards suit sustainability briefs, while badge reels and name badges complete the set.
Types of custom lanyards Dubai buyers order
The right lanyard depends on who wears it and for how long. These are the main options in our range, with typical listed prices before branding.
| Lanyard or accessory | Typical price before branding | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Soft polyester lanyard with hook | AED 8 to 9 | Exhibitions, conferences, staff IDs |
| Cotton lanyard (100% natural cotton) | AED 8 | Sustainability campaigns, schools, events |
| Cork lanyard | AED 10 | Eco events, universities, green brands |
| Lanyard with clear ID badge holder | AED 12 | Offices, access cards, event credentials |
| Leather ID card holder with lanyard | AED 12 | Senior staff, front desk, client facing teams |
| Badge reels and name badges | AED 8.50 to 12 | Hospitals, retail, hospitality teams |
Polyester lanyards for events and offices
Soft polyester is the everyday workhorse. It is light, comfortable for a full day and takes a printed logo well. Our soft lanyard with hook is listed at around AED 8.85 and holds ID cards, badges or keys on a metal or plastic hook.
Eco lanyards: cotton and cork
If your event has a sustainability message, the lanyard should match it. Our cotton lanyards are made from 100% natural cotton and listed at around AED 8, and our cork lanyard is listed at around AED 9.85. Dubai is moving away from single use plastics, and Dubai Municipality says its policy encourages recycled and reusable materials, so natural fibre lanyards are an easy way to show the same thinking.
Lanyards with ID badge holders
For offices and access controlled venues, buy the lanyard and holder together. Our lanyard with ID badge includes a clear badge holder for ID cards, access passes or event credentials and is listed at around AED 12.
Planning a branded order?
Share your quantities, budget and deadline. We reply with options, mockups and a bulk price, plus free design help.
ID badge add ons that complete the set
A lanyard rarely travels alone. These accessories help teams that scan cards all day or meet customers face to face.
- Retractable badge reels. The cord extends for scanning and retracts after, which suits hospitals, schools and offices. Listed at around AED 8.50 with space for your logo.
- Name insert badges. A clear window takes a printed name card, so you can reuse the badge for temporary staff and events. Listed at around AED 12.
- Metal name badges. Engraved or full colour printed names, titles and logos for retail and hospitality teams. Listed at around AED 8.50.
- LED name badges. Rechargeable, programmable scrolling text for exhibition stands and promotions. Listed at around AED 45.
How custom lanyards are printed
Most custom lanyards Dubai companies order carry a logo, an event name or a website repeated along the strap. Our cotton and cork lanyards are branded with screen printing, which gives crisp, durable colour on fabric. Keep these points in mind when you prepare artwork:
- Keep it simple. A strap is narrow, so a short name or a simple logo reads better than a long slogan.
- Use strong contrast. A white logo on a dark strap, or your brand colour on a white strap, is easy to read from across a hall.
- Send vector files. AI, EPS or PDF artwork gives the sharpest print. Our team prepares free designs within 24 hours.
Need a full colour or photo style strap? Tell us your design and we will confirm the best method for your lanyard and quantity. Our promotional giveaways collection shows other items you can print in the same colours.
Are custom lanyards worth it for your event?
Yes, because attendees wear them all day and they are needed anyway for badges. Sponsoring the lanyard puts one logo on every chest, from registration to the closing session. Promotional products are also memorable: ASI’s 2026 global study found that 85 percent of consumers remember the advertiser that gave them a promotional item.
Lanyards also work beyond events. New joiners need one on day one, as our employee welcome kits guide shows, and they pair well with pens, totes and bottles in an exhibition giveaway plan like the one in our promotional items Dubai guide.
How to order custom lanyards in Dubai
Ordering custom lanyards Dubai teams and visitors will wear takes four steps.
- Choose the lanyard and add ons. Use the table above to match the strap, hook and badge holder to your use.
- Send your logo and colours. Include the event name, website or slogan you want along the strap.
- Approve the free design. Our team prepares free designs within 24 hours.
- Production and delivery. Production time depends on the item, quantity and branding method, so plan around your event date, and we confirm your timeline with your quote.
Minimum order quantities vary by product, and ordering 100 pieces or more unlocks bulk order pricing of up to 60% off. Browse more event and office essentials in our corporate gifts and merchandise collection.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a printed lanyard cost?
In Dubai, a printed polyester or cotton lanyard typically costs AED 8 to 9 per piece before branding, and a lanyard with a clear ID badge holder typically costs around AED 12. The final price depends on the lanyard, the print and the quantity. Orders of 100 pieces or more qualify for bulk pricing of up to 60% off.
What are the different types of ID lanyards?
The main types are polyester lanyards, natural fibre lanyards such as cotton and cork, lanyards with a built in ID badge holder, and leather ID card holders on a strap. Badge reels and name badges are common add ons for teams that scan cards or meet customers. You can compare them in our promotional giveaways collection.
Where can I get a custom lanyard made?
You can order custom lanyards from Impressiful in Dubai by sending your logo, quantity and event date through our request a design page or on WhatsApp. Our team prepares a free design within 24 hours for you to approve before production. We then print your lanyards and deliver them across the UAE.
Is there a minimum order for custom lanyards?
The minimum order varies by product and branding method, so tell us your quantity and our team will confirm it with your quote. Small teams and pilot orders are welcome. Larger runs lower the unit price, which suits conferences where you need hundreds of lanyards.
How long does it take to make custom lanyards?
Production time depends on the item, quantity and branding method; we confirm your timeline with your quote. Allow extra time for large event orders and confirm your event date when you request a quote. For exhibition planning tips, see our promotional items Dubai guide.
Get a free quote or sample kit
Planning custom lanyards for your next conference, exhibition or office? Send us your logo, the lanyard you like and your quantity, and we will prepare free designs within 24 hours. On confirmed orders we also send a sample kit, mainly digital mockups, before production.
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