Custom PVC ID Cards & Event Badges with QR Codes and Serial Numbers

Custom PVC ID Cards for Professional Identification

A professional ID card does more than display a name or logo. It helps employees, visitors, participants, event teams and security personnel identify different roles quickly while presenting a more organised and professional image.

We manufacture custom PVC ID cards and event badges for companies, schools, hotels, examinations, conferences, exhibitions, sporting events, concerts, festivals and large-scale events.

Cards can be produced as standard printed identification badges or upgraded with unique QR codes, serial numbers, variable data, barcodes, embedded IC/ID chips, hot foil stamping and holographic elements.

Whether you need 100 staff ID cards or thousands of individually numbered event credentials, we can manufacture the cards according to your artwork, application and data requirements.

For more card styles and printing options, explore our complete range of custom PVC cards and printed ID badges.

Quick PVC ID Card Specifications

Custom Sizes for Different ID Badge Applications

PVC identification cards are used in many different environments, so the ideal card size depends on how much information needs to be displayed and how the card will be worn.

We support compact employee ID card sizes as well as larger PVC event badges for conferences, exhibitions, concerts, sports events and VIP credentials.

Our standard PVC card thickness is 0.76 mm. For projects requiring a thicker and more substantial credential, 1.0 mm PVC cards are also available.

Both vertical and horizontal layouts can be produced, allowing the card format to match your logo, attendee information, event branding and lanyard configuration.

Flexible Hole & Slot Punching Options

PVC ID cards can be manufactured with or without punching depending on how the card will be worn or used.

Slot Punch

Slot punching is commonly used when a PVC badge is attached directly to a lanyard hook, clip or badge attachment.

Round Hole

Round holes are suitable for rings, hooks and other attachment systems where a smaller connection point is preferred.

No Hole

Cards can also be supplied without punching when they will be inserted into a badge holder or used with another card system.

Custom Punching

Different hole positions and suitable custom punching options can be discussed according to your artwork and application.

If you also require straps, clips or attachments, browse our custom lanyards with logo to create a complete ID badge set.

QR Codes, Serial Numbers & Variable Data Printing

One of the most useful advantages of custom PVC ID cards is the ability to print different information on individual cards within the same production order.

Instead of every card carrying exactly the same information, we can manufacture variable-data PVC cards according to customer-supplied files.

Variable information can include:

• Individual names
• Employee or attendee numbers
• Company names
• Departments
• Job titles
• Event roles
• Access categories
• Unique QR codes
• Barcodes
• Sequential serial numbers

Same or Unique QR Codes

QR codes can be printed in two different ways depending on the project.

Same QR Code on Every Card

This option is suitable when all cards need to link to the same destination, such as an event website, registration page, digital brochure, schedule or company information page.

Unique QR Code on Every Card

Individual QR codes can be matched to different attendees, employees or credentials and are commonly used for:

• Attendee identification
• Registration
• Check-in
• Ticket verification
• Individual profile information
• Access permissions
• Internal identification systems

Please note: the printed QR code itself stores or links to the information supplied by the customer. Real-time check-in, tracking or access-control functions depend on the customer’s compatible software or management system.

Sequential Serial Number Printing

Each PVC card can also carry an individual or sequential identification number.

For example:

0001 / 0002 / 0003 / 0004

Or customised formats such as:

VIP-001 / VIP-002
STAFF-001 / STAFF-002
MEDIA-001 / MEDIA-002
EXHIBITOR-001 / EXHIBITOR-002

Serial numbering is useful when badges need to be distributed, recorded, visually checked or matched with individual users.

One Event, Multiple Badge Categories

Large events rarely use only one type of credential. Staff, VIP guests, media teams, exhibitors, speakers and organisers may all require different identification and access categories.

We can produce multiple badge designs, colours and variable information within the same project.

Different badge categories can also use different background colours, making participant roles easier to recognise at busy events.

This approach works especially well for exhibitions and conferences. See our custom exhibition badge lanyards with PVC cards for a complete exhibition credential solution.

How to Supply Variable Data for Printing

For orders containing different names, identification numbers, QR codes, barcodes or credential categories, customer data can be supplied in an organised Excel or CSV file.

A typical file may contain:

Our production team can match the supplied information with the approved badge artwork before production.

For large variable-data orders, we recommend confirming the data format before final production. Clear and organised source data helps reduce errors and improves production efficiency.

Optional IC / ID Chip PVC Cards

For projects requiring electronic identification, selected PVC cards can also be manufactured with embedded IC or ID chips.

Depending on the compatible system and chip specification, these cards may be used for applications such as:

• Employee identification
• Access management
• Membership systems
• Hotel applications
• Visitor management
• Internal identification
• Event access systems

Different systems can require different chip types and technical specifications. Please send us your required chip specification or compatible system requirements before quotation so our team can confirm the appropriate card construction.

Standard PVC Cards or Premium Event Credentials

Different projects require different levels of finishing. We manufacture both cost-effective standard PVC ID cards and more premium credentials for high-profile events and branded applications.

Standard Printed PVC ID Cards

Standard PVC cards are suitable for employee identification, visitors, examinations, conferences, exhibitions and general event credentials.

Available options include:

• Full-colour custom printing
• Front and back printing
• Company or event logos
• QR codes
• Barcodes
• Serial numbers
• Variable names and information
• Custom sizes
• Custom punching

Premium PVC Credentials

For VIP events, luxury brands, premium hospitality programmes, major sporting events or higher-level credentials, additional finishing processes can be incorporated into the card design.

Hot Foil Stamping

Gold, silver and other suitable metallic foil effects can be used to highlight logos, titles or selected design details, creating a more distinctive premium appearance.

Holographic Elements

Holographic details can be incorporated into suitable designs to create a more distinctive visual effect and help different credential levels stand out.

Embedded Chip Options

IC or ID chip options can also be incorporated when electronic identification is required and the card is compatible with the customer’s system.

For projects requiring a more premium complete credential, see our embroidered event lanyards and PVC badge sets, which combine custom embroidered straps, metal hardware and printed PVC credentials.

Where Are Custom PVC ID Cards Used?

Custom PVC ID cards are highly versatile and can be adapted for daily corporate identification as well as temporary events involving hundreds or thousands of participants.

Corporate Staff ID Cards

Custom employee ID cards are widely used by companies, factories, offices and organisations for staff identification.

Cards can display employee names, photographs, departments, job titles, ID numbers, barcodes or QR codes while maintaining consistent company branding.

A well-designed staff ID badge also helps create a more organised and professional company image.

Visitor Passes

Custom visitor badges can clearly distinguish guests, contractors, temporary personnel and different visitor groups.

Individual visitor numbers, names, QR codes or other information can be printed when required.

Examination & Admission Cards

PVC credentials can be produced for examinations, training programmes, competitions, admission control, schools and participant identification.

Cards can include candidate numbers, names, photographs, QR codes, examination information or other variable data according to the project.

Conferences & Exhibitions

Professional conferences and trade shows often require several credential categories, including:

• Exhibitors
• Visitors
• Speakers
• Staff
• Organisers
• Media
• Sponsors
• VIP guests

Larger PVC badge sizes provide more space for attendee information, event branding, sponsor logos and QR codes while remaining easy to wear with a lanyard.

Sports & Competition Events

Custom credentials are widely used for racing events, tournaments, stadium programmes, motorsport, team competitions and championships.

Different colours and badge categories can help distinguish athletes, officials, media teams, staff, crew, sponsors and VIP guests.

For larger sporting programmes, explore our custom sports event lanyards and credentials.

Concerts, Festivals & Entertainment Events

PVC event passes can be created for artists, performers, staff, security, media, sponsors, VIP guests and production crews.

Large-format credentials also provide additional space for event branding, sponsor logos, role identification and access information.

Hotels & Hospitality

PVC cards can be used for hotel staff identification, guest programmes, conferences, hospitality events, membership programmes and compatible access applications.

For suitable projects, embedded IC/ID chip options can also be discussed according to system requirements.

Why Choose PVC for Professional ID Badges?

Professional Appearance

PVC provides a clean printing surface for logos, photographs, identification information and full-colour artwork, helping companies and events present a consistent professional image.

Durable Construction

PVC cards provide a more structured and durable solution than ordinary paper credentials, making them suitable for daily staff identification as well as multi-day events.

Flexible Customisation

Size, thickness, orientation, printing, punching, individual information, QR codes, serial numbers and additional finishes can all be customised according to the project.

Suitable for Bulk Production

Custom PVC badges can be efficiently manufactured for projects requiring hundreds or thousands of individual credentials.

Easy to Combine with Lanyards

PVC event badges can be matched with polyester, heat transfer, woven, embroidered or other custom lanyards to create a complete branded identification solution.

Complete PVC Badge & Custom Lanyard Sets

Event organisers and businesses do not always want to purchase lanyards, cards and accessories from several different suppliers.

As a factory-direct supplier of custom lanyards and identification accessories, we can coordinate the complete set:

Custom Lanyard
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PVC ID Badge
+
QR Code / Serial Number / Variable Data
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Attachment
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Custom Packaging

The lanyard and card can be coordinated around the same logo, colour scheme and event branding.

Browse our full custom lanyard collection for polyester, heat transfer, woven, jacquard and other lanyard options.

This one-supplier approach is particularly useful for conferences, exhibitions, racing events, corporate programmes and projects requiring several different credential categories.

Fast Production for Urgent Events

Events usually have fixed dates, so production time can be just as important as the card design itself.

For suitable specifications and quantities, eligible urgent PVC ID card orders can be produced and shipped in approximately 3–5 working days after final artwork and data approval.

Actual lead time depends on:

• Order quantity
• Card size and thickness
• Printing requirements
• Number of variable-data versions
• IC/ID chip requirements
• Special finishing
• Packaging requirements
• Current production schedule

If your event date is close, please tell us your required delivery date when requesting a quotation. Our team can check the most suitable production schedule before the order is confirmed.

Factory-Direct Custom PVC ID Card Manufacturing

LOVECOLOUR provides OEM and ODM production for custom PVC ID cards, event badges, credential cards, lanyards and related identification accessories.

Working with one manufacturer allows customers to coordinate card artwork, lanyard colours, logos, attachment styles, variable information and packaging within the same project.

This is particularly useful for promotional companies, event organisers, corporate buyers, merchandise suppliers and international sourcing teams managing larger custom projects.

Visit Lanyard Factory Direct to explore more custom lanyards, credentials and event accessory solutions.

What We Need for Your PVC ID Card Quote

To prepare an accurate quotation and production recommendation, please send us as much of the following information as possible:

1. Required quantity
2. Card size
3. 0.76 mm or 1.0 mm thickness
4. Vertical or horizontal layout
5. Front and back artwork
6. QR code requirements
7. Serial number requirements
8. Variable data requirements
9. IC/ID chip specification, if required
10. Round hole, slot hole or no punching
11. Lanyard requirements
12. Premium finishing such as hot foil or holographic elements
13. Delivery country
14. Required delivery date

Not sure about all the specifications?

Simply send us your artwork, quantity, application and required delivery date. Our team can review the project and recommend a suitable PVC card production solution.

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom PVC ID Cards

Can every PVC ID card have a different QR code?

Yes. We can print either the same QR code on every card or unique QR codes matched to individual customer-supplied data.

Unique QR codes are commonly used for attendee identification, registration, verification, check-in and compatible access-management systems.

Can you print different serial numbers on every card?

Yes. Sequential numbering such as 0001, 0002, 0003 or customised numbering such as VIP-001, STAFF-001 and MEDIA-001 can be produced.

Can every badge contain different information?

Yes. Variable information can include names, companies, employee numbers, attendee numbers, credential categories, barcodes, QR codes and other customer-supplied data.

For bulk orders, organised Excel or CSV files are recommended.

What are your common PVC event badge sizes?

Common sizes include 8.6 × 5.4 cm, 7 × 10 cm, 8 × 12 cm, 8.5 × 12.5 cm, 9 × 13 cm and 10 × 14 cm. Custom sizes can also be manufactured according to your artwork and application.

What PVC card thickness is available?

Our standard PVC card thickness is 0.76 mm. A thicker 1.0 mm construction is also available for projects requiring a more substantial badge.

Can PVC ID cards be vertical or horizontal?

Yes. Both vertical and horizontal layouts are available. The best orientation depends on your artwork, information layout, badge size and lanyard configuration.

Can you punch holes in PVC ID cards?

Yes. Cards can be manufactured with slot holes, round holes, suitable custom punching or without any hole.

The appropriate option depends on whether the card will connect directly to a lanyard or be placed inside a badge holder.

Can PVC cards contain IC or ID chips?

Yes. Selected PVC card constructions can include embedded IC or ID chips. Please provide the required chip type or compatible system specification before quotation so we can confirm the correct production solution.

Can you add hot foil or holographic finishes?

Yes. Depending on the artwork and project requirements, premium PVC credentials can include hot foil stamping, metallic decorative details, holographic elements and embedded chip options.

Can VIP, staff, media and exhibitor badges be produced in one order?

Yes. One project can contain multiple credential categories such as VIP, STAFF, MEDIA, SPONSOR, EXHIBITOR, SPEAKER, CREW and VISITOR.

Different colours, designs, names, serial numbers and QR codes can be used to distinguish the different groups.

Can you supply PVC ID cards together with custom lanyards?

Yes. We manufacture both custom PVC badges and custom lanyards, allowing customers to coordinate the strap, card, logo, colours, attachments and packaging through one supplier.

How quickly can you produce custom PVC ID cards?

For eligible urgent projects, production and shipment can be arranged in approximately 3–5 working days after final artwork and data approval.

Actual lead time depends on order quantity, card specification, chip requirements, special finishing and the current production schedule.

Start Your Custom PVC ID Card Project

Need employee ID cards, visitor passes, conference badges, examination cards or custom event credentials?

Send us your artwork, quantity, badge size, variable-data requirements and required delivery date.

We can help you select the right PVC thickness, card size, punching method, QR code setup, optional chip and lanyard combination for your project.

Factory Direct | OEM & ODM | Custom Sizes | Variable Data | Optional IC/ID Chips | Rush Production Available

Send us your artwork and requirements to request a custom quotation.