If you’re designing or reprinting your business cards, the first thing youโll want to get right is the size. While business cards might seem like a small detail, their dimensions directly affect how they look, feel, and fit into a wallet.
At Veesham Printing Press, weโve printed tens of thousands of cards for professionals across Dubai and beyond. One of the most common questions we get is: โWhatโs the standard business card size?โ
The answer? It depends on where you are, and what impression you’re going for.
| Region | Size in mm | Size in inches |
|---|---|---|
| UAE / Middle East | 90 x 50 mm | 3.54 x 1.97 in |
| US & Canada | 89 x 51 mm | 3.5 x 2 in |
| UK & Europe | 85 x 55 mm | 3.35 x 2.17 in |
| Japan | 91 x 55 mm | 3.58 x 2.17 in |
| Australia | 90 x 55 mm | 3.54 x 2.17 in |
How to Choose the Right Size for Your Brand
1. Consider Your Audience
2. Fit and Function
3. Design Breathing Room
4. Print Finish Compatibility
Creative Alternatives (Still Within Practical Limits)
While most cards are horizontal rectangles, we also print:
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Vertical business cards (same size, just flipped)
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Square cards (e.g., 65 x 65 mm or 60 x 60 mm)
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Folded business cards (90 x 100 mm folded to 90 x 50 mm)
Regardless of which size you choose, here are some golden rules to follow for print-ready artwork:
Bleed area: Add 3 mm bleed on all sides (e.g., for 90 x 50 mm, supply 96 x 56 mm)
Safe zone: Keep all text at least 4โ5 mm away from the edge
Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI
Color mode: Always use CMYK for print, not RGB
Fonts: Avoid anything too small; 7 pt is usually the minimum
Not sure if your design is set up correctly? Weโll check it for free before printing, send it over.