Business Card Printing in Nigeria: Sizes, Finishing and What to Include

A business card is often the first printed item a customer keeps after meeting you. It should make it easy for them to remember your name, business and contact details, while reflecting the quality of your brand.

Waaprint prints business cards for companies, professionals, entrepreneurs, events and personal brands. You can send a ready design, a Canva export or an AI-generated design for free review before printing.

Standard business card size in Nigeria

The standard business card size is 90 × 55 mm. It is compact enough to fit comfortably in a wallet or card holder, while giving enough space for your key information.

Before designing, keep important text, phone numbers and logos slightly away from the edge. This helps protect them from being trimmed too close during finishing.

Single-sided or double-sided business cards?

Both options work well. The right choice depends on how much information you need to share.

Single-sided business cards work well for simple details such as a logo, name, role and phone number.
Double-sided business cards give you more room for services, a QR code, social media handles, an address, a price list highlight or a short brand message.

For most businesses, double-sided printing looks more complete and gives you space to keep the front clean.

Choose the right business card finishing

Finishing changes how your card feels and how the colours appear. At Waaprint, popular options include:

Matte finish

Matte business cards have a smooth, non-shiny surface. They are ideal for a modern, premium and professional look, especially for corporate brands, consultants and minimalist designs.

Glossy finish

Glossy business cards have a noticeable shine that makes colours and photographs look more vibrant. They work well for colourful logos, beauty brands, fashion businesses, food brands and promotional designs.

Glittering lamination

Glittering lamination adds a decorative sparkle that helps the card stand out. It is a good choice for luxury brands, beauty businesses, events, birthdays, weddings and designs that need a more eye-catching finish.

Pattern lamination

Pattern lamination adds a subtle printed texture or visual pattern to selected areas of the card. It can make a simple card feel more distinctive without overcrowding the design. This option works well for premium branding, creative businesses and cards with a strong visual identity.

Ask for a close-up sample or recommendation if you are unsure which finishing matches your design.

What should a business card include?

A good business card should be easy to read at a glance. Include only the details someone needs to contact or remember you.

Most business cards include:

Business or personal name
Job title or service
Phone number and WhatsApp number
Email address
Website or social media handle
Business address, if relevant
Logo
QR code, where useful
A short service list or tagline

Avoid using very small text. A clean design with enough empty space usually looks more professional than trying to fit every detail on the card.

How many business cards should I print?

Your quantity depends on how often you meet new customers, attend events or make deliveries. If you are starting out, 100 cards is a practical first quantity. If your business has a team or you distribute cards regularly, a larger quantity usually gives better value per card.

Keep a digital version of the final artwork so you can reorder easily when you run low.

Preparing your design for print

Send a print-ready PDF where possible. High-resolution JPEG and PNG files can also be reviewed. If you designed the card in Canva, export the final design at the correct size and in high quality.

Before sending the file, check:

Names, phone numbers and email addresses
Spelling of your business name and services
QR code destination
Whether the front and back are correct
Whether text is clear and not too close to the edge
Whether logos and photos are high resolution

Free design review. Send a print-ready PDF or high-resolution JPEG/PNG, AI-generated designs are also accepted. We print and deliver nationwide.

Order business cards from Waaprint

To order, send us your design file, preferred finishing, quantity and whether you want single-sided or double-sided printing. We will review the file, confirm the specification and guide you through production.

You can request delivery anywhere in Nigeria or collect from our Ibadan office.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the standard business card size?

The standard Waaprint business card size is 90 × 55 mm.

Can I print double-sided business cards?

Yes. Double-sided cards give you extra space for services, QR codes, social media details or a short brand message.

Can I send a Canva or AI-generated business card design?

Yes. Send a high-resolution JPEG, PNG or preferably a print-ready PDF for free review before printing.

Does Waaprint deliver business cards outside Ibadan?

Yes. Waaprint delivers business cards nationwide and also offers office pickup in Ibadan.