Overview
Business card printing in Dubai for professionals, startups, and corporate teams. Standard 350gsm cards to premium 600gsm thick cards with spot UV, soft-touch lamination, foil stamping, and rounded corner options.
Fast turnaround — standard cards from 2 business days. Available in single-sided and double-sided print. Quantities from 50 to 50,000+.
For Sharjah orders and on-site surveys, call our team on +971 4 380 9711 or message on WhatsApp. We cover all areas of Sharjah including free zones, industrial areas, and commercial districts.
At a Glance
Brochure and commercial printing in Dubai covers offset and digital printing of brochures, flyers, catalogues, business cards, and corporate stationery. Offset printing delivers the lowest cost-per-unit for runs of 1,000+ pieces and the highest colour accuracy; digital printing offers cost-effective short runs and variable data printing from as few as 1 copy. Standard brochure stocks range from 130gsm coated art paper to 400gsm board with lamination, spot UV, and foiling finishing options.
Specifications
Pricing Guide — Dubai & Abu Dhabi
| Format / Product | Material | Est. Price |
|---|---|---|
| A4 Brochure 8pp (1,000 units) | 170gsm Gloss Art + matt lam | AED 0.85 – 1.40 /unit |
| A4 Brochure 8pp (5,000 units) | 170gsm Gloss Art + matt lam | AED 0.45 – 0.75 /unit |
| A5 Flyer (5,000 units) | 150gsm Gloss Art | AED 0.12 – 0.22 /unit |
| Business Card (500 units) | 400gsm + matt lam | AED 0.35 – 0.65 /unit |
| A4 Catalogue 24pp (500 units) | 200gsm cover + 130gsm text | AED 4.50 – 8.00 /unit |
| DL Folded Leaflet (2,000 units) | 150gsm Gloss + fold | AED 0.30 – 0.55 /unit |
ℹ️ Offset printing unit costs reduce significantly at higher quantities. Finishing options (spot UV, foiling, die-cutting) add AED 0.30–2.00 per unit depending on coverage. Express digital printing available from 1 unit.
Turnaround Times
| Order Size | Standard | Rush (+50%) |
|---|---|---|
| Digital print (1–99 units) | 1–2 business days | Same day |
| Short offset run (100–499 units) | 3–4 business days | 2 days |
| Standard offset (500–4,999 units) | 5–7 business days | 3–4 days |
| Large offset (5,000+ units) | 7–10 business days | 5 days |
Interactive B2B Print Spec Configurator
Configure your custom banner specifications. Our dynamic calculator automatically computes roll weight parameters to assist structural rigging planning for Dubai and Abu Dhabi site approvals.
Engineered Substrates & Materials
170gsm Silk Art Paper
Corporate StandardSmooth semi-gloss coated stock — the standard for corporate brochures, product datasheets, and event programmes.
400gsm Premium Board
Premium WeightHeavy, rigid board stock for business cards and thick-cover brochures — gives a premium, substantial feel in hand.
Uncoated Offset (100gsm)
Natural FeelNatural-feel uncoated stock for letterheads, internal documents, and eco-conscious brand communications.
Professional Installation Finishes
Soft-Touch Matt Lamination
Luxury FeelVelvet-textured matte coating that eliminates fingerprints and gives a luxury tactile feel — popular for premium business cards and brochure covers.
Spot UV Coating
Spot GlossSelective high-gloss varnish applied to logos or images over a matte base — creates striking visual contrast on covers and business cards.
Hot Foil Stamping
Foil FinishMetallic gold, silver, or copper foil pressed onto board under heat and pressure — adds genuine reflective depth to logos and brand marks.
Who Orders This Service
Real Estate
Property portfolio brochures, project launch packs, and investor presentation folders.
Hospitality & Tourism
Hotel F&B menus, resort activity brochures, tour operator itinerary booklets.
Healthcare
Clinic service brochures, patient information leaflets, pharmaceutical product datasheets.
Education
University prospectuses, school open day brochures, course catalogues.
Financial Services
Bank product brochures, investment fund fact sheets, insurance policy summaries.
Retail & FMCG
Product catalogues, in-store promotion flyers, loyalty card collateral.
Offset Printing vs Digital Printing
| Offset Printing | Digital Printing | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum quantity | 250–500 units | 1 unit |
| Cost at 1,000 units | Lower (AED 0.60–1.20) | Higher (AED 1.50–3.00) |
| Colour accuracy | Excellent (Pantone match) | Good (CMYK approx.) |
| Turnaround | 5–10 days | 1–2 days |
| Variable data | Not practical | Yes — per-unit personalisation |
| Best for | Large campaigns, brand brochures | Short runs, proofs, urgent jobs |
How It Works
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Supplying RGB files for print
Screens display RGB colour; printing uses CMYK. RGB-to-CMYK conversion shifts colours significantly — especially purples, oranges, and vibrant greens. Always convert to CMYK in your design application before export.
No bleed and crop marks on supplied files
Without 3mm bleed, cut edges show white paper stock after trimming. All print files must include 3mm bleed beyond the finished page size and crop marks set to 5mm offset.
Using Pantone colours without specifying
If your brand uses a specific Pantone colour (like a corporate red), specify the Pantone code at order stage. Without this, we print CMYK equivalent which may not match your brand standard.
Ordering the wrong paper weight
130gsm feels flimsy for a premium brochure; 250gsm is unnecessarily heavy for a disposable flyer. Standard recommendation: 170–200gsm for brochures, 350–400gsm for business cards, 130–150gsm for flyers.
Ignoring UAE Arabic text requirements
Arabic text must read right-to-left and requires native-speaker proofing. Automated translation tools produce grammatically incorrect Arabic. Always have a qualified Arabic speaker review before print approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does business card printing cost in Dubai?
Business cards in Dubai start from around AED 45–80 for 100 standard 350gsm cards. Premium options with thick 600gsm stock, soft-touch lamination, or spot UV finish range from AED 120–300 for 100 cards. Bulk pricing for 500+ drops the per-card cost significantly.
How long does business card printing take in Dubai?
Standard digital print business cards are ready in 2 business days. Same-day production is available for urgent orders — submit artwork before 10am.
What is the standard business card size in UAE?
Standard is 85mm x 55mm (same as international standard). We also produce 90mm x 55mm and custom sizes on request.
What is spot UV on a business card?
Spot UV applies a high-gloss varnish to selected areas of the card — typically the logo or key design element — creating a contrast between the glossy and matte areas.
Seasonal Demand & Campaign Planning
📅 Q4 Corporate Gifting Season (Nov–Dec)
Company profile brochures and corporate capability documents peak in Q4 ahead of annual reviews and new-year client visits. Place orders by mid-November to guarantee pre-holiday delivery.
📅 Exhibition Season (Sep–Nov)
Catalogue and product brochure orders surge before GITEX, The Big 5, and Cityscape. Production slots for quantities above 5,000 units are limited in October — book 6 weeks ahead.
Recent Brochures & Print Projects in Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Brochures & Print for Corporate Client
Delivered a complete business card project for a leading UAE business. UAE municipality compliant, produced at our Al Quoz facility and installed across Dubai within the agreed turnaround.
Business Card — Bulk Order Fulfilment
Large-volume business card order fulfilled for a multi-location UAE operation. Produced at our Mussafah production facility and delivered across Abu Dhabi on schedule.
Local Logistics & Installation Footprint
Premium Prints provides complete on-site survey, municipality approval coordination, delivery, and professional installation support across all major corporate hubs and commercial districts in the UAE:
UAE Municipality Permits & Compliance Guide
Securing outdoor advertising approvals is a highly specialized process in the Emirates. Here is the official B2B technical guide to meeting municipality regulatory standards:
Order Business Card in Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Connect directly with our local UAE team on WhatsApp for fast corporate estimations, bulk pricing discounts, and municipality (DM & ADM) compliance guidance.
