Business Card Artwork Guide
How to set up print-ready business card artwork — sizes, bleed, fonts and file formats.
Getting your business card artwork right first time saves you money and gets your cards in your hand faster.
For the full print-ready checklist see the file setup guide, and for stock and finish choices see the business card printing guide.
Sizes and bleed
| Item | Size |
|---|---|
| UK business card | 85 x 55 mm |
| Bleed area | 3 mm on each edge |
| Safe zone | 5 mm inside the trim |
File formats we accept
- PDF (preferred) — press-ready, fonts embedded.
- AI / EPS — vector, fonts outlined.
- PNG / JPG — at least 300dpi at final size.
FAQs
Do I need bleed on my artwork?
Yes. Add 3mm of background beyond the trim edge on every side so nothing ends up with a white sliver after cutting.
Should I outline my fonts?
Outlining fonts guarantees they print exactly as designed. If you send a PDF, embedding fonts is fine too.
What resolution do my images need to be?
300dpi at the final printed size. Anything lower will look soft or pixelated on a card that's held close to the eye.
Last updated: 20 July 2026