Durban · Business cards

Business cards in Durban.
From R150.

Compare quotes from verified DBN business card printers. Premium stocks, finishing options, same-day to 5-day turnarounds. Tell us what you need and 3+ CBD, Umhlanga and Westville printers will quote you directly.

400

400gsm Silk

DBN hospitality favourite

Gold Foil

Restaurant standard

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R150+

Starting price

100 cards, standard stock

3-5

Day turnaround

Same-day available

5+

Paper stocks

Matte to soft-touch

8+

Finishing options

Foil, UV, embossing

Pricing guide

How much do
business cards
cost in DBN?

Durban pricing is generally a touch lower than JHB and CPT for standard runs. Premium finishes add 20–60%. Real quotes give exact pricing for your specs.

100

Personal or new business launch

R150–R380
250

Small business starter run

R250–R580
500

Most common order quantity

R350–R880
1,000

Established business or sales team

R500–R1,400
2,500+

Large team or franchise rollout

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Indicative ZAR pricing for standard digital print. Final pricing depends on stock, finishing and supplier.

Paper stocks

Stock options
DBN printers offer

From everyday matte to premium silk. Durban’s hospitality and tourism industries favour stocks that show off photography.

Popular01.

350gsm Matte

The standard. Professional, durable, takes ink cleanly.

02.

400gsm Silk

Subtle sheen, excellent for photography. Popular for hospitality and tourism brands.

03.

300gsm Gloss

Vibrant colour reproduction. Common for restaurant and retail cards.

04.

450gsm Premium Uncoated

Tactile, natural feel. For professional services and design.

05.

Soft-touch laminated

Velvet finish. Premium feel for corporate and boutique brands.

Finishing

Add finish, add
presence.

Eight common finishing options, in roughly the order of price impact. Not every DBN printer offers every finish — we’ll match suppliers who do.

01.

Matte lamination

Most popular. Soft, anti-fingerprint, neutral feel.

02.

Gloss lamination

Sharp, vivid. Common in DBN hospitality and restaurants.

03.

Soft-touch lamination

Velvet finish. Premium tactile feel.

04.

Spot UV

Selective gloss highlights on logo or text.

05.

Foil stamping

Gold, silver, copper or rose gold metallic accents.

06.

Rounded corners

4mm radius is standard. Softer, modern look.

07.

Embossing

Raised elements. Tactile, premium feel.

08.

Die-cut shapes

Custom shapes for distinctive brands.

How it works

Three steps to
cards in your inbox.

Same flow whether you need 100 cards next week or 5,000 for a national rollout.

01

Tell us your specs

Quantity, paper stock, finishing, deadline. If you're not sure on specs, just describe what you want — Ink will guide you.

02

We match DBN printers

CBD digital printers for fast turnaround, Umhlanga specialists for corporate work, Pinetown and Riverhorse Valley for volume.

03

Quotes arrive direct

Suppliers email you within 24 hours with pricing and turnaround. Pick the one that fits your budget and deadline.

Frequently asked

Business cards in DBN,
explained.

The questions Durban customers ask most when ordering business cards.

How much do business cards cost in Durban?

Durban pricing is generally a touch lower than JHB and CPT for standard runs. For 350gsm matte digital print, full colour both sides: 250 cards run R250–R580, 500 cards R350–R880, and 1,000 cards R500–R1,400. Specialty finishes like soft-touch lamination, foil stamping, spot UV or embossing add 20–60% to the base price. Same-day or rush turnarounds carry a small premium. The quotes you receive will give exact pricing.

Where in Durban can I get business cards printed?

The main supplier areas in Durban are the CBD, Umhlanga and Umhlanga Ridge, Pinetown, Westville, Springfield Park and Riverhorse Valley. Umhlanga has a strong concentration of digital printers serving the corporate sector. CBD has the largest range of suppliers including specialty finishes. Pinetown and Riverhorse Valley handle larger industrial runs. We match you with suppliers based on your specific needs.

How quickly can I get business cards printed in Durban?

Standard digital print turnaround is 3–5 working days in Durban. Same-day printing is available from several CBD and Umhlanga suppliers — usually for digital print on standard stocks, with collection rather than delivery. For specialty finishes (foil, embossing, soft-touch) plan for 5–7 working days. If you have a deadline, mention it in the brief so we can prioritise suppliers who can meet it.

What's the most popular business card spec in Durban?

The default spec for most DBN business cards is 90 × 50mm, 350gsm matte, full colour both sides, with matte lamination. Durban's hospitality and tourism industries often favour 400gsm silk for the subtle sheen that suits photography-heavy designs. Common upgrades include soft-touch lamination, rounded corners, and spot UV on the logo. Gold foil is particularly popular among restaurants and beachfront brands.

Do Durban printers deliver to Ballito and the North Coast?

Yes. Most Durban suppliers cover Ballito, Umhlanga, Salt Rock, Sheffield Beach and the North Coast for delivery, usually next-day or same-day for orders placed before noon. Pinetown and Westville-based printers cover the Highway suburbs (Hillcrest, Kloof) easily. For South Coast areas (Amanzimtoti, Scottburgh), delivery is usually next-day. Mention your delivery location in the brief so suppliers can include delivery cost in their quote.

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