Double-sided A5 silk finish 350gsm invitations, fo... Double-sided A5 silk finish 350gsm invitations, foil text over printed image backgrounds. Excellent help from the website enabled me to create the necessary files for uploading from scratch. I needed to clarify a couple of requirements (noob tech questions), but after the phone call with the excellently informative and patient customer support, all was clear. Shared the files via Google, digital proof the next day, invitations arrived a week later (standard turnaround). Excellent quality! The packaging was exceptional, so the 100 invitations were perfect on arrival N.B. a signed-for delivery allows you to inspect the package and sign for damage, if you see any. Very pleased indeed with the product and process, so I am more than happy to recommend Aura Print!
Personalised Gift Card Printing
- Get premium personalised gift cards printed perfect for any occasion
- Discover a huge variety of hand-selected paper types for your personalised gift card
- Gift card printing designed by yourself or with our in-house graphic designers
If you’re in the market for premium personalised gift cards then you’re in the perfect place. Whether you’re a small Etsy business including gift voucher cards in people's first orders, running a boutique B&B in need of a personalised gift card design for discounted stays, or an adventure sports center giving away exclusive event experiences, then we’ve got you covered at Aura Print.
We’re proud to offer gift card printing like no other. As far as tailored design, vivid print, unique customisation, and human quality control go, we’re positive that no one supplies as much choice, guidance, or level of quality as we do. This is because we’ve been in the business of gift card printing for a long time, and understand that when you search for gift card printing, you expect a tailored service built around your needs, and we’re immensely proud to offer you this.
Printing Gift Cards That Perfectly Reflects Your Brand
We believe printing gift cards should be as special as the people receiving them, that’s why we only offer high-quality premium paper stocks for printing gift cards. Whether you need a single-sided or double-sided personalised gift card you can choose from our Silk, Gloss, Uncoated, or something eco-friendly from our Recycled stocks.
We wouldn’t want you to miss out on the opportunity to upgrade your gift card printing with our selection of luxurious fancy finishes. You can select paper weights that range from 130gsm to a hefty 700gsm, along with sophisticated metallic foiling in numerous different shades, and a variety of luxury laminates designed to enhance the overall look and feel of your gift card printing. Not just that, printing gift cards with lamination protects your printed gift cards from the everyday elements making them stand the test of time.
Get Gift Cards Printed with Expert Design Assistance
We offer two options in the design department when it comes to custom printed gift cards. If you’ve completed the design work and all that’s left to do is the printing, perfect! Configure your order with your desired customisations, complete checkout and then supply us with your print-ready artwork once prompted.
If you’re not 100% confident in your design skills, that’s what we’re here for. You can choose to get gift cards printed and designed by our in-house design team. With plenty of years of experience designing custom printed gift cards for all occasions, you’re in perfect hands. If you want us to assign a designer to design your personalised gift cards then you’ll need to supply us with a brief containing your requirements. Following this our designers will get to work and supply you with a first proof in as little as one working day, not printing your gift cards until you are 100% happy with the design.
Dispatched using a reliable next working day courier in as little as 1 working day from proof approval.
All print products are finished, quality checked, and packed in-house by our professionals.
Friendly, knowledgeable customer service team available to answer any questions.
Talented in-house design team on-hand to create bespoke designs for virtually any product.
From paper stocks to foil shades, our customisation options are simply unmatched.
Constant innovation means we’re working on new products and finishes as we speak.
The Order Process
Place your order online using our instant price calculator, which updates your total in real time.
Reply to your Order Confirmation email by sending us your artwork or design brief.
Our design team reviews your artwork, discusses any issues with you, and sends a proof for your approval.
After approval, your prints are produced and shipped straight to you within just a few days.
Can Plastic Gift Cards Have QR Codes or Barcodes?
Plastic gift cards can be printed with QR codes, barcodes, sequential numbering, and other variable data depending on how the cards will be used within your business. Both QR codes and barcodes can be used to retrieve account information, redemption details, customer records, booking references, or supporting digital content during scanning. QR codes are often customer-facing, while barcodes are commonly used with barcode scanners and till systems.
Businesses use plastic gift cards for prepaid gifting, customer rewards, booking validation, or longer-term promotional use where the cards may remain in wallets, purses, or card holders for extended periods of time. For businesses expecting customers to carry or reuse the cards across 12 to 24 months and beyond, plastic often provides a more practical long-term solution.
Clear positioning, strong contrast, and sensible sizing all help QR codes and barcodes scan more consistently across phone cameras, barcode scanners, and till systems.
What Size Are Plastic Gift Cards?
Our standard plastic gift card size is 85x55mm, matching the dimensions of a traditional business card or bank card. The format fits comfortably into wallets, purses, and card holders, making it practical for cards designed to be carried and reused over longer periods of time.
Plastic gift cards are available in both 600 micron and thicker 760 micron options. Our thicker cards still fit naturally inside standard wallets while offering a sturdier, more substantial feel during handling. The sizing also leaves enough space for barcode placement, QR codes, branding, and redemption details without overcrowding the layout.
Cards can be printed in either portrait or landscape orientation depending on the design, and custom sizing options are also available up to 148x148mm for businesses wanting something less conventional.
Are Plastic Gift Cards Waterproof?
Plastic gift cards are designed to handle spills, moisture, humidity, and repeated day-to-day handling far better than traditional paper-based alternatives. The PVC coating helps protect the enclosed printed stock from everyday wear, helping the cards remain presentable during longer-term use and regular carrying.
They are highly resistant to everyday splashes and general exposure to water, though we do not recommend prolonged submersion or leaving them exposed to excessive moisture for extended periods of time. This makes them well suited to cafés, salons, gyms, hospitality venues, and other environments where cards may spend extended periods of time inside wallets, purses, pockets, or bags.
How Durable Are Plastic Gift Cards?
Plastic gift cards are designed to cope with fingerprints, scuffs, and everyday use better than most paper-based alternatives. The added flexibility of the PVC coating reduces wear from repeat handling compared to traditional paper stocks.
The durability of plastic gift cards makes them a great option for prepaid gifting, customer rewards, and repeat-use promotions where customers keep the cards for extended periods of time. While no printed product is completely indestructible, plastic gift cards generally hold their shape and appearance far better during longer-term use and regular handling.
Why Do Some Businesses Choose Plastic Gift Cards Over Paper Vouchers?
Plastic gift cards are often chosen for campaigns where the cards are expected to be reused, scanned regularly, or carried by customers over longer periods of time. Their durability, wallet-friendly sizing, and resistance to everyday use make them a practical option for prepaid gifting, customer rewards, and repeat-use promotions.
Paper vouchers can still work well for shorter-term campaigns, one-time gifting, or presentation-led promotions. Both options are useful, so the best choice often depends on the type of campaign, customer experience, or redemption process your business intends to run.
Do QR Codes Work on Plastic Gift Cards?
QR codes and barcodes work very reliably on plastic gift cards when the artwork is supplied correctly and enough contrast is maintained between the code and background. Clean black codes on lighter backgrounds remain the safest option for readability across different devices and lighting conditions.
It is also important to remember that barcode scanners and QR readers effectively read artwork in greyscale rather than full colour. Some colour combinations may appear high contrast visually while becoming difficult to distinguish once converted into lighter and darker tones during scanning.
Very small codes, poor contrast, or overcrowded layouts can affect scanning performance, which is why maintaining clear spacing around machine-readable elements is important. While stylised QR codes and decorative barcode elements may look visually interesting, maintaining reliable functionality should always take priority over design experimentation. Customers should also ensure their QR codes or barcodes are generated, tested, and supplied at a suitable size for their intended scanning environment before printing.
Can Each Plastic Gift Card Have a Unique Number or QR Code?
Each plastic gift card can be individually personalised using the “All Prints Personalised via Data Merge” option on our product configurator. Businesses often add unique QR codes, barcodes, serial numbers, expiry dates, customer names, or redemption references across the same print run.
This works by applying different spreadsheet data to each individual card during production. Each row of data generates a separate personalised card while still maintaining the same overall design layout, which helps businesses organise promotional campaigns, customer-specific offers, bookings, or tracked redemption activity more effectively.
It is important that spreadsheet data is supplied in the correct format before production begins, as incorrectly structured or incomplete data can affect how personalised information is applied.
Can Plastic Gift Cards Have Rounded Corners?
Plastic gift cards can be produced with rounded corners to create a softer, more polished appearance while also making the cards feel smoother during everyday handling. Rounded corners can also help the cards slide more easily into wallets, purses, and card holders during regular use.
Many businesses choose rounded corners because they support a cleaner overall presentation style while also helping reduce visible corner wear over longer periods of carrying and repeated handling.
What File Types Work Best for Barcode or QR Code Artwork?
Barcode and QR code artwork is best supplied using high-quality print-ready files such as PDF or fully packaged Adobe Illustrator artwork, where the code remains sharp and properly scaled during production. Clear vector artwork helps preserve clean edges and consistent spacing, which is important for reliable scanning once printed.
Artwork should be prepared at 300DPI with CMYK colour settings. Adequate clear space should also be maintained around the barcode or QR code itself. Heavily compressed or low-quality images will lose definition during printing, which will affect scanning performance on physical cards.
Can You Help Design Plastic Gift Cards for My Business?
Absolutely. If you do not already have finished artwork prepared, our in-house design team can help create plastic gift card designs tailored to your branding and intended usage. Businesses often need help balancing branding, readability, barcode placement, QR code sizing, and operational information without overcrowding the layout.
You can either supply your own print-ready artwork or select “Supply Brief & We Design” on the product configurator, where our design team will work from your supplied brief, branding, and requirements to create the artwork for you.
Plastic gift cards can be printed with QR codes, barcodes, sequential numbering, and other variable data depending on how the cards will be used within your business. Both QR codes and barcodes can be used to retrieve account information, redemption details, customer records, booking references, or supporting digital content during scanning. QR codes are often customer-facing, while barcodes are commonly used with barcode scanners and till systems.
Businesses use plastic gift cards for prepaid gifting, customer rewards, booking validation, or longer-term promotional use where the cards may remain in wallets, purses, or card holders for extended periods of time. For businesses expecting customers to carry or reuse the cards across 12 to 24 months and beyond, plastic often provides a more practical long-term solution.
Clear positioning, strong contrast, and sensible sizing all help QR codes and barcodes scan more consistently across phone cameras, barcode scanners, and till systems.
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