Key takeaways
- Standard US business cards are 3.5 x 2 inches.
- Boxes commonly hold 100, 250 or 500 cards.
- Two-piece, drawer and tuck styles are most common.
- Rigid boxes feel premium; paperboard is economical.
- Printers buy boxes wholesale in bulk.
Why use business card boxes?
Loose business cards bend, scuff and collect dirt in bags and drawers. A box keeps them in perfect condition and makes a professional impression when a printer delivers an order or a company hands new cards to staff. Premium boxes also make thoughtful gifts as part of onboarding kits.
Standard sizes by card count
Box sizes depend on how many cards you need to hold and how thick they are:
| Holds | Approx. inside size (in) |
|---|---|
| 100 standard cards | 3.6 x 2.1 x 1.1 |
| 250 standard cards | 3.6 x 2.1 x 2.6 |
| 500 standard cards | 3.6 x 2.1 x 5.1 |
| European cards (85 x 55 mm) | About 86 x 56 mm footprint |
Box styles
Two-piece boxes with a lift-off lid are the classic choice for printers. Sliding drawer boxes feel more premium and make a satisfying reveal. Tuck boxes are economical and compact. Rigid boxes with magnetic lids suit executive and luxury cards.
Materials
Paperboard is economical and prints well; kraft gives a natural look; rigid chipboard wrapped in printed or textured paper feels premium and durable. Window lids let recipients see the top card.
Finishes and design ideas
A foil logo on the lid, a soft-touch coating, embossing or a printed interior message all make business card boxes memorable. For printers, a subtle logo on every box reinforces your brand with each client.
Thick and specialty cards
Painted-edge, letterpress and extra-thick cards take more space, so measure a stack of your actual cards before ordering to make sure the box holds the right count.
Wholesale business card boxes
Printers and agencies order plain or branded boxes in bulk at wholesale prices. Keeping a consistent box size across orders simplifies storage and packing.
Frequently asked questions
What size box fits 500 business cards?
About 3.6 x 2.1 x 5.1 inches inside.
Can business card boxes have windows?
Yes.
Do you sell business card boxes wholesale?
Yes, with volume pricing.
What box is best for executive cards?
A rigid magnetic box with a foil logo.