Business card printing costs in Nairobi
Business card printing in Nairobi depends on the card size, paper, quantity, printed sides and finish. All-Pod quotes the complete job from the current paper and finishing rates. Compare identical specifications: a total for 500 cards is different from a price for one sheet's worth of cards.
Current business card price examples
These examples use the lowest-priced eligible active stock, one printed side, no lamination and no additional finishing. The specification beside each price identifies the actual paper. Prices update with the configured rates; they are before applicable VAT and delivery.
KSh 292.50 for 100 Business cards. Art/Matt Card 250G, one-sided, one distinct page, unlaminated, no additional finishing. Before applicable VAT and delivery.
KSh 1,119.00 for 500 Business cards. Art/Matt Card 250G, one-sided, one distinct page, unlaminated, no additional finishing. Before applicable VAT and delivery.
Open Business Cards to choose paper, printed sides and available finishes. Upload the intended artwork before accepting the quote. A heavier card or a second printed side changes the specification and its price.
Why quantity changes the total
Multiple finished cards fit on a parent sheet. Ordering more cards requires more sheets; ordering 500 cards does not change how many fit on each sheet. Cutting is a guillotine charge per batch of up to 100 sheets. It is not charged separately for every card.
Some quantities leave unused space on the last sheet. The engine rounds the required sheets up to complete the order. This is why doubling the number of cards does not always double a small job's total exactly. The configured volume margin can also change at larger quantities.
Choosing the paper and finish
Art or matt card is a common starting point for everyday business cards. Ivory stock offers a different surface and feel. Check the currently available weights in the configurator rather than assuming every stock is suitable for every finish.
For a card used at meetings, legible type and a clear contact hierarchy matter more than squeezing in every service you offer. Lamination adds a surface finish and affects the cost. Ask for a sample if colour, texture or the finish is central to your brand.
Preparing the artwork
Use the product's finished dimensions. Keep names, phone numbers and other essential details away from the trim. Extend background artwork into the bleed, embed fonts in a PDF and check small text at actual size. Follow the file preparation instructions for the upload requirements.
Check the original production artwork carefully. Confirm spelling, phone numbers, email, QR destinations and whether the back of the card is intentionally blank. A design change after quoting can require a new specification and quote.
Ordering and collecting in Nairobi
All-Pod is operated by Johnesco Investments Co Ltd in Nairobi. Contact Johnesco to arrange collection or confirm a fixed deadline. Production timing depends on the artwork, quantity and finishing; delivery or collection follows production.
An online quote is frozen when created and valid for 24 hours. The checkout confirms applicable tax and delivery. For several staff names, different designs or repeat company orders, use the bulk order form and state the quantity per design.
Compare the job you will actually receive
For business card prices in Kenya, record the same specification for each quote: the finished dimensions, stock and GSM, one or two printed sides, quantity per design, available lamination and any extra finishing. Add applicable VAT and delivery before comparing the amount you will pay.
| Choice | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| One design or several staff names | Each artwork version needs its own confirmed quantity |
| One printed side or both sides | The selected stock's printing rate and artwork differ |
| Paper and finish | Surface, weight and optional lamination change the specification |
| Complete run or unit price | A sheet price is not automatically a price per finished card |
For example, a company ordering cards for five staff members should state how many cards each person receives and whether the reverse is shared. Avoid submitting a total headcount as if it were the quantity for one identical design. Ask for review if your artwork arrangement is unusual.
Use Order with assistant to start with business cards already selected. Add your quantity, ask for help comparing the available paper and finishes, then upload your production file. Review the saved document and specification before checkout. The assistant uses the same pricing services as the configurator.
FAQ
What should I compare between printers?
Compare the finished dimensions, exact stock and weight, quantity per design, printed sides, lamination, VAT and delivery. Ask whether the quoted amount is per card or the complete run. Those details make a price comparison useful.
Can I print both sides?
Choose two-sided printing when the selected stock offers it. Supply both intended sides in the correct order. The example prices above are one-sided; the configurator calculates your two-sided job separately.
Why does a starting price differ from my final quote?
A starting price uses a stated stock, quantity, printed sides and finish. Your chosen specification and artwork determine the saved quote. Delivery and applicable tax are resolved at checkout.