A Christmas card is your brand's last physical touchpoint of the year — it lands warmer than a year of emails. The 2026 holiday window is counting down: to have cards in hand for mid-December distribution, confirm artwork and order by mid-November. All 6 ZprintPro greeting card SKUs start at 10 MOQ: premium US$0.13-0.23/pc, 400gsm thick US$0.15-0.27/pc, foil-stamped US$0.23-0.41/pc, spot UV US$0.18-0.33/pc, standard 127x178mm, free 4-hour proof, 5-7 business day production, DHL 2-4 days worldwide. Order corporate holiday cards straight from the greeting cards category — below: 6-SKU price comparison, finish selection, ordering timeline and FAQs.
Quick Answer: How much does Christmas card printing cost?
All 6 SKUs start at 10 MOQ: premium cards US$0.13-0.23/pc (300gsm art paper + matte/gloss lamination), 400gsm thick US$0.15-0.27/pc, foil-stamped US$0.23-0.41/pc (gold/silver/rose gold), spot UV US$0.18-0.33/pc. Matte and rounded-corner stocks are quoted in the 30-second configurator.
Quick Answer: How fast can I get them?
Digital small batches can ship same-day; standard production is 5-7 business days, rush 24-48h. Free 4-hour proof before printing; DHL 2-4 days to 190+ countries, free US shipping over $99.
Quick Answer: When should I order for Christmas?
Christmas Day 2026 is December 25. Order by mid-November to be safe: 5-7 business days production plus DHL 2-4 days lands the cards in early December with buffer; foil and spot UV runs should add 1-2 days.
For an instant quote, send quantity, style, finish (foil / spot UV / matte / rounded corner) and size to WhatsApp +86 198 8085 1334, or try the 30-second AI quote.
Six Christmas Card SKUs Compared
| SKU | Spec | Price per pc | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium greeting cards | 300gsm art paper + lamination | US$0.13-0.23 | Corporate bulk distribution |
| Thick 400gsm cards | 400gsm (triple-layer 700-810g optional; 90x54mm available) | US$0.15-0.27 | Premium clients, VIP member feel |
| Foil-stamped cards | Gold / silver / rose gold foil | US$0.23-0.41 | Luxury feel, real estate / finance / law |
| Spot UV cards | Matte base + glossy spot | US$0.18-0.33 | Logo-forward design brands |
| Matte laminated cards | 300gsm + matte film | 30-second quote | Minimalist Nordic style |
| Rounded-corner cards | R3mm die-cut corners | 30-second quote | Cute style, retail & F&B |
All SKUs 10 MOQ; unit prices drop further at 1,000+ pcs. Final numbers from the 30-second AI quote.
Choosing a Finish: Foil / Spot UV / Matte / 3D Pop-Up
Foil stamping is the classic Christmas look: metallic shine with debossed depth — logos and greetings pop hardest in gold (see the 3 foil stamping applications playbook). Spot UV plays it understated: one glossy hit on a matte base. Matte lamination resists fingerprints with a soft-touch feel. 3D pop-up is paper sculpture — a Christmas tree or snowman springs out of the card, a proven cross-border hero format.
2026 Christmas Ordering Timeline
| Stage | When | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Pick + design | October | Compare 6 SKUs, prepare artwork, free 4-hour proof |
| Confirm order | By mid-November | Final artwork, finishes and quantities (safe line for pre-Christmas delivery) |
| Production | 5-7 business days | Offset/digital production + finishing (rush 24-48h) |
| Distribution | By mid-December | DHL 2-4 days worldwide; buffer for packing and mailing |
Artwork File Specs
AI / PDF / PSD / CDR accepted — 300dpi, CMYK, 3mm bleed, outlined text; mark foil/UV positions on a K100 black plate. No artwork? Use our free templates or free typesetting. Also see the 0.5mm thick card printing guide and the 2027 calendar printing timetable — order Christmas cards and calendars together and save on shipping.
FAQs
Q1: What is the minimum order?
All 6 SKUs start at 10 pcs — easy for design approval or a first batch. Bulk discounts kick in at 100+, and unit prices drop clearly at 1,000+.
Q2: Can you print our company logo?
Yes. Foil, spot UV, matte and rounded corners combine freely; logo placement gets a free prepress check. Mark foil/UV positions on a K100 plate.
Q3: Do you serve overseas customers?
Yes, worldwide. DHL delivers in 2-4 days to 190+ countries; proofs are confirmed digitally, no Hong Kong visit needed.
Q4: Any eco-friendly options?
Yes. FSC-certified paper and soy ink are standard, and plantable seed paper (mint / alfalfa) is available — fits EU/US ESG procurement.
Q5: Can I order Christmas cards together with calendars or red packets?
Yes. Mix and match products in one order with the same artwork and ship together to save freight. Calendar schedule: 2027 calendar printing timetable.
Q6: Can I change the artwork after ordering?
Changes are free before proof approval; once approved and in production, changes affect lead time and cost — per quote.
Author: ZprintPro print engineering team · Last updated: October 9, 2026
