Paper Membership Cards (Eco-Friendly Paper Products)
Custom Eco-Friendly Paper Membership Cards
Choose from two eco-friendly paper options to match your brand. Our premium cards deliver a sturdy, plastic-like feel, while our standard cards offer a lighter weight at a lower cost. Both are recyclable and made in the USA.
- Use your logo, artwork and creativity to customize your order.
- Personalize with barcodes, QR codes, or printed numbers
- Standard production ships within 7 business days, with rush options available
- Price break starts at 100 cards
Ordering next steps
- Choose your card options and personalization requirements.
- Please note: For non-sequential personalization, a sequential control number may be added to ensure accuracy.
- Add any special instructions.
- Review your order and click Next Step to upload or design your card.
Paper Membership Card Specifications
Both options support the same member personalization. The difference is thickness, construction, and shape, so the right choice depends on how long your members keep the card.
| Feature | Premium Paper Cards | Standard Paper Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 28pt cover, our thickest paper card | 120# (14pt) cover, light and flexible |
| Construction | Two sheets bonded with a water-based adhesive | A single sheet of paper |
| Size and shape | 3.375" x 2.125" (credit card size) with rounded corners | Standard credit card size (3.375" x 2.125") with rounded corners. Custom shapes are available by quote. Request a custom shape quote |
| Cost | Higher per card | Lower per card |
| Best for | Annual and ongoing memberships, cards members carry in a wallet and scan at each visit | Guest passes, trial memberships, seasonal access, and high-volume programs where cost matters most |
Businesses Using Paper Membership Cards
- Professional associations, trade unions, and chambers of commerce
- Gyms, fitness studios, and yoga or pilates studios
- Climbing gyms and recreational sports leagues
- Golf courses and country clubs
- Museums, zoos, and aquariums
- Libraries and community centers
- Wholesale clubs and buying co-ops
- Coworking spaces
- Nonprofits and member-supported organizations
- Car washes, salons, and spas with membership plans
Popular Uses
- Member ID cards scanned at check-in
- Annual and season pass cards
- Guest, trial, and day passes
- Loyalty and rewards program cards
- VIP and tiered membership levels
- Member discount cards for partner businesses
- Renewal and replacement cards
- Event and early-access passes
FAQs
Standard production ships within 7 business days of proof approval. Rush production is available if you need your cards sooner, and you can select it within the order page.
Yes, custom shapes are available on our 120# (14pt) Standard paper gift cards.
Request a custom shape quote to get pricing for your design.
Premium 28pt cards come in standard credit card size (3.375" x 2.125") only.
You may upload your data file when placing your order or email it directly to our team. We accept Excel, CSV, TXT, and other standard file formats.
- Upload now: Select “I’ll upload a data file now” under “How will your data be provided?” and upload your file directly on this page.
- Send later: Select “I’ll send my data file later” under “How will your data be provided?”. After submitting your order, email your data file to designstudio@cardsource.com and include your order number.
Once received, our team will review your file and reach out if there are any questions.
If your data is non-sequential, a small control number will be added on the back to ensure all records are accounted for.
Please note that processing may be delayed if your data file is not received.
The correct barcode type depends on your system requirements and how the barcode will be used. Some systems require a specific format, while others support multiple options.
- Code 128: Compact barcode that can include letters, numbers, and standard keyboard characters.
- Code 39: Widely supported barcode that can include letters, numbers, spaces, and several special characters: - . $ / + %.
- UPC-A: Numeric barcode that contains 11 digits, plus a 12th check digit that is automatically generated when the barcode is created.
Not sure which barcode type to select? No problem at all! Go ahead and place your order and we’ll reach out to confirm the plan before we get started on your cards.
If you’d like the cards to integrate with your POS or CRM system, please include those details in the "Additional Information?" section. If your system requires a specific barcode type or number format, your POS provider can usually
confirm that quickly.
All customized products are proudly manufactured in the USA at our facility in Minnesota. This allows us to maintain high quality, fast turnarounds, and exceptional customer service.
Building a Bigger Membership Program?
Planning a large rollout, a custom shape, or want cards mailed directly to your members? Tell us what your program needs and we'll put together a custom quote.
