What is the size of a business card?
The most commonly used business card size corresponds to 85 x 55 millimeters. These are the standard dimensions of the business card, which has a rectangular format and is usually made on 350 gsm unlaminated paper. Business cards are generally made on paper, but the use of alternative materials such as recycled paper, plastic (metallic, transparent, white, polycrystalline business cards) and rubberized cardboard is spreading rapidly.
Business card sizes are varied, but the main ones are equal to or smaller than that of a regular credit card (90 x 55 millimeters). This ensures that the business card is easy to store and transport and practical to use.
Here is the table with the main measurements of business cards:
| Business card sizes | |
| Width (mm) | Height (mm) |
| 90 mm | 50 mm |
| 85 mm | 55 mm |
| 75 mm | 45 mm |
| 55 mm | 55 mm |
Most common business card sizes
Being remembered is crucial.
Those who attend meetings, business lunches or conversations while on the road know this well. An exchange of ideas or information takes on a different importance if it ends with the exchange of business cards.
This happens because exchanging a printed business card is, even today, a practice that inspires professionalism and preparation. That is why it is important to know well the most commonly used business card sizes. That way you will be ready to print the best business card for your needs.
Let’s quickly take a look at the sizes of the most commonly used business cards.
Classic rectangular business cards sizes: 85×55 millimeters
The most classic business card measures 85 x 55 millimeters and is rectangular.
The dimensions closely resemble those of a credit or ATM card and allow business cards to be stored conveniently inside the wallet. The compactness of these measurements ensures a universal business card, the size of which we are all accustomed to seeing and touching. The surface area available is suitable to hold all the necessary information, distributed between the front and back or only the front of the business card. It can be made of paper or other materials such as recycled paper, PVC or rubberized cardboard.
Rectangular business card measures: 90×50 mm
Another popular business card is the one with measurements 90 x 50 millimeters. The card is rectangular, but increases in length and decreases slightly in width. The size of the business card is therefore more tapered and gives it more elegance. The space that can be filled with lettering and images is not sacrificed in any way, ensuring a business card that is widely customizable on both sides and sure to make an impact.
Rectangular business card size: 75×45 mm
A popular business card is the one with dimensions 75 x 45 millimeters. The size of this business card makes it smaller than the traditional one, but no less effective. More streamlined than a credit card, this card relies on its small size to stand out and to be stored even more easily in pockets and wallets. The surface area available allows you to include the information you need, distributed between front and back or front only, but it needs a more careful choice given the decrease in surface area.
Square business card measurements: 55×55 mm
The square business card with measurements 55 x 55 millimeters cuts down the size even further, in favor of a different concept. The business card is square in shape, and information must be more carefully distributed, given the smaller surface area available. Text and images will be few and essential, distributed between front and back. A square business card is an alternative choice and can be a winner, given its great manageability and ease of transport and storage. The measurements of this business card emphasize its originality and make it stand out at first glance.
Choose the size of your business card, personalize it, print it and receive it quickly at your home!
Folding business cards
Folding business cards are an innovative and versatile choice for professionals and businesses that want to stand out. The standard folding business card measures 8.5 x 5.5 millimeters when folded and 17 x 5.5 millimeters when unfolded. Unlike traditional business cards, these allow much more information to be included because of their foldable design. These cards open like a small brochure, providing additional space for company details, services, location map or even small product catalogs.