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30mil Plastic Cards. Built to be carried. Ready to work.

True credit-card thickness for membership, loyalty, gift, ID, and access cards. Choose your surface, add the features your program needs, and see every price before you order.

From $134 · 250 cards

0.76mm credit-card stock Gloss · Silk · Frosted · Pearlescent 4.7 Google Reviews Trusted since 1997
Base Card Price

Start with the quantity that fits your needs.

Full-color printing on both sides, full bleed, and rounded corners are already included. Choose your quantity to see the complete starting price for 30mil Gloss.

Step 1 · Base card price

See your starting price by quantity.

No quote request. No hidden setup step. Start with the complete 30mil Gloss card, then add only the surface and functional features your project needs.

Qty30mil Gloss base/ cardOrder
250$134$0.54Order →
500$158$0.32Order →
1,000$224$0.22Order →
2,500$442$0.18Order →
5,000$831$0.17Order →
10,000$1,417$0.14Order →
Step 2 · Choose Your Surface

Choose the surface that brings your brand to life.

From polished gloss and smooth silk to translucent frost and subtle pearlescence, every surface is built on the same durable 30mil card. Choose the look and feel that best represents your brand.

Compare all four 30mil surfaces at 1,000 cards

White Gloss$224

Crisp color and a polished shine—the versatile choice for everyday programs.

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Silk Laminated$272

A smooth, refined feel and the best surface for foil or Spot UV.

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Frosted$283

Translucent, modern depth for designs that use the material as part of the look.

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Pearlescent$283

Gold or silver luminosity for cards designed to feel distinctly elevated.

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Step 3 · Optional add-ons

Add the features that make your cards work harder.

From scan codes and magnetic stripes to signature panels and foil, choose only the features that fit how your cards will be used. We help confirm compatibility before production.

OptionPrice up to 1,000 cardsWhat it does
Scan code (barcode / QR)+$48Code 39, Code 128, UPC, EAN, or QR — for check-in, point of sale, and lookups.
Numbering / variable data+$48A unique sequential number, name, or code printed on every card.
Magnetic stripe (POS)+$48LoCo or HiCo stripe encoded on Track 1, 2, or both, for swipe terminals.
Signature panel+$48Front or back signature panel for ID and verification.
Scratch-off PIN+$48A concealed PIN or code revealed by scratching — for activation and promos.
Hole / lanyard punch+$48For badge reels and lanyards at events and check-in desks.
Foil (per color / side)+$48Metallic accents that catch the light. Choose Silk for the strongest contrast and cleanest presentation.

Know what each feature adds at every quantity.

Option totals scale with the size of the run. Match your quantity below to see the price of each feature you add.

Example: 2 options at 1,000 cards = $96
Up to 1,000 cards
$48
per option added to the order
2,500 cards
$89
per option added to the order
5,000 cards
$147
per option added to the order
10,000 cards
$241
per option added to the order

Pricing Without The Runaround

Build the card and see the real total.

  • See the base card, surface, and add-ons together in one total.
  • Watch the total and per-card price update live as you build.
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Credit-Card 30mil

Built For Repeat Use

Solid 0.76mm PVC resists water, flexes without creasing, and keeps its edges clean through everyday handling.

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Featured 5-star Google review

“I cannot thank this company enough! My business cards are absolutely fabulous and I have received so many compliments on them. The pictures will not do them justice. I got the suede finish, 48 pt thick cards with silver foil on one side and the edges. They are so luxurious.”

Denise Guarino
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Google Rating4.7 ★
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Not sure yet?

You’ll understand 30milwhen you hold it.

See the surfaces online. Confirm the decision in your hand. Your free sample kit lets you compare true credit-card thickness, Gloss, Silk, Frosted, and Pearlescent before you commit.

Need the card designed?

Bring the idea. We’ll make it production-ready.

Our $99 custom design service turns your logo, colors, and direction into a complete front-and-back design—with scan codes, number fields, signature panels, and other functional elements placed correctly. Already have print-ready artwork? Upload it and skip the design charge.

Why 30mil

Credit-card thickness for cards that stay in circulation.

Choose 30mil when the card needs to keep representing your program after months of wallets, counters, scans, swipes, and check-ins.

01

Solid PVC construction

Made from plastic through the core—not paper with a plastic coating—so water and repeated handling do not expose frayed paper edges.

02

Familiar credit-card feel

At about 0.76mm, 30mil has the substantial feel customers already associate with bank, ID, and membership cards.

03

Ready to connect with your system

Add QR codes, barcodes, variable data, or magnetic stripes for check-in, identification, redemption, and POS use.

04

One card, built around its job

Combine the right surface and features for how the card will be issued, carried, read, verified, or redeemed.

Choose the right plastic — or the right page

Make sure you’re building the right plastic card.

Stay here for 30mil cards — credit-card thickness, built for wallet carry: membership, loyalty, gift and ID programs. Choose 12mil instead for lighter-duty, high-volume promotions.

The one premium step

Choose Silk when the card represents a higher tier.

Gloss is the dependable choice for everyday programs. For premium memberships, high-end studios, and VIP access, Silk adds a smooth, refined feel—and creates the strongest canvas for foil and Spot UV.

Questions, answered

30mil plastic card FAQ.

Direct answers on thickness, durability, surfaces, options, pricing, artwork, and production.

How thick is a 30mil plastic card?

30mil is credit-card thickness — about 0.76 mm, the same gauge as a bank or ID card. It is the standard premium plastic stock: solid PVC that flexes without creasing, resists water and tearing, and feels substantial in the hand. The lighter alternative is 12mil (about 0.30 mm), which suits shorter campaigns and high-volume handouts.

30mil vs 12mil plastic — which thickness should I choose?

Choose 30mil when the card has to last: membership cards, loyalty cards, gift cards, IDs, and anything meant for daily wallet carry and repeated scanning. Choose 12mil when the card is lighter-duty or high-volume — promos, handouts, and short campaigns where credit-card heft is not required. 30mil costs a little more per card but is the workhorse most programs pick. At 1,000 cards, 30mil Gloss is $224 versus $134 for 12mil.

How much do 30mil plastic cards cost?

Pricing is shown openly on this page. 30mil Gloss runs $134 for 250 cards ($0.54 each), $224 for 1,000 ($0.22 each), and $1,417 for 10,000 ($0.14 each) — full color, both sides, before any optional add-ons. Premium finishes and features (Silk, Frosted, Pearlescent, scan codes, numbering, magnetic stripe) are listed with their prices so you can see exactly what each total includes.

Are 30mil plastic cards durable and water-resistant?

Yes. 30mil cards are solid PVC plastic, not coated paper. They resist water, flex without snapping, shrug off tearing, and hold up to years of wallet carry, key-ring use, and repeated scanning without fraying at the edges. That durability is the main reason businesses choose 30mil over paper for cards meant to be kept and used again and again.

What finishes can I get on a 30mil plastic card?

Four. Gloss is the standard high-shine workhorse. Silk is a premium smooth matte surface — the one finish where Spot UV and foil look their best. Frosted is a translucent, see-through look. Pearlescent adds a gold or silver shimmer. At 1,000 cards, Gloss is $224, Silk is $272, and Frosted and Pearlescent are $283. Each finish has its own page if you want the detail.

Can I get thick or hard plastic business cards?

Yes — 30mil is exactly that: a thick, hard, credit-card-stock card. It is the premium plastic stock used for durable, high-impact cards ordered in quantity. If you want a single professional’s plastic business card with foil, Spot UV, or Silk lamination, see our Plastic Business Cards page; if you are ordering durable cards in volume — membership, loyalty, gift, or ID — 30mil stock is the page you are on.

What add-ons can a 30mil card have?

Barcodes and QR codes (Code 39, Code 128, UPC, EAN), sequential numbering and variable data (a different code, number or detail on every card, from a list you send us), magnetic stripes (LoCo or HiCo; Track 1, 2, or both), signature panels, scratch-off PINs, foil, and hole or lanyard punches. Most options are +$48 for quantities up to 1,000, with option totals adjusting at larger quantities. Tell us what system the card needs to work with so we can help confirm the right setup.

Can you design the card for me?

Yes. Our $99 custom design service pairs you with a designer who turns your logo, colors, or a rough idea into a production-ready front and back — including where any scan code, number field, or signature panel sits. Already have print-ready artwork? Upload it and skip the design charge.

What is the minimum order for 30mil plastic cards?

The minimum is 250 cards. Every order is produced to your specifications and quality-checked before it ships. Because you order directly from SilkCards, our team can support the project from artwork and feature setup through production.

How fast can I get them?

Standard production is 12 working days after artwork approval. Some add-ons, such as certain magnetic-stripe encoding or large variable-data runs, can extend that slightly. If you have a deadline, tell us at order time and we will confirm the schedule before production starts.

Ready when you are

Build the card your program actually needs.

Choose the quantity, surface, and working features—then see your exact price before checkout.