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Custom Employee ID Cards: Size, Data and Print Preparation Guide

What companies should prepare before printing professional employee identification cards.
October 1, 2026 by

Quick answer

A professional employee ID card needs a consistent template, clear staff data and standardized photos before printing starts.

Information to prepare

  • Employee name
  • Job title or profession
  • Employee or ID number
  • Photo
  • Company logo
  • Optional expiry or department

Keep photos consistent

Use the same background, crop and image quality across staff so the card set looks professional.

Design for readability

Names and identification numbers should remain readable at normal viewing distance without overcrowding the layout.

Batch preparation

For multiple employees, prepare the data in one structured list and name photo files consistently to reduce errors.

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