Emma Davis, 4OVER4 print production voice (illustration)
Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM

Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.

Question

What is the standard business card size in the United States?

Answer

The standard business card size in the United States is 3.5 x 2 inches, which is the finished trimmed size that fits every common wallet and cardholder. Your design file should be slightly larger to include bleed.

MeasurementSize
Finished (trimmed) size3.5 x 2 inches (89 x 51 mm)
Design file with bleed3.75 x 2.25 inches
Bleed per side0.125 inches
  • The 3.5 x 2 inch size fits standard wallets, cardholders, and card slots.
  • Keep text and logos inside the safe zone, at least 0.125" in from the trim.

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