VOUCHER CARDS & GIFT CARDS

Voucher cards, which wanting to be given away.

Have high-quality voucher cards printed that represent your brand: A plastic voucher card turns a monetary value into a real gift. That's why we produce voucher cards and gift cards with scratch-off fields, barcodes, magnetic stripes, or individual credit systems. From 100 pieces, Made in Germany.

From 100Print run
Scratch-off fieldPIN / Code
Gold leafPremium Optics
Detailaufnahme einer hochwertigen Gutscheinkarte aus Polystyrol von CF Card Factory
Giftworthy
Hot foil stamping, soft touch, holograms. A card that you'll be happy to give as a gift.
Scratch field & PIN
Hidden codes and credit PINs under a scratch-off panel.
Every till system
Barcode, QR code or magnetic stripe, compatible with your infrastructure.
Seasonal motifs
Christmas, Easter, Birthday. Different designs, one order.
Quality you can feel

Why plastic gift cards sell more

Vouchers that stay in your wallet

A paper voucher is folded, forgotten, lost. A credit card-sized plastic voucher, on the other hand, ends up in the wallet and stays there, visible and tangible, until it's redeemed. This increases the redemption rate and noticeably extends customer contact with your brand.

Furthermore, plastic gift cards appear significantly more valuable than any printed alternative. When a customer holds a card with gold embossing, a soft-touch finish, or a hologram, this perception of value is transferred to the voucher amount. For this reason, a £50 voucher on a high-quality card, for example, feels like a more valuable gift than the same amount printed on paper.

Goldene Gutscheinkarte im Portemonnaie, sichtbar bei jedem Öffnen der Geldbörse
Gutscheinkarte im Einzelhandel, Beispiel einer hochwertigen Geschenkkarte

Gift cards as a sales driver in retail

For retailers, gift cards are a tried-and-tested revenue driver: they bring new customers into the store, who often spend more than the value of the voucher. They also generate advance revenue, as the purchase amount is received when the card is bought, not when it's redeemed. For Loyalty programmes This means gift cards can be ideally used, for example, as a premium or loyalty bonus.

AREAS OF APPLICATION

Voucher cards from the shop shelf to the online shop

Gift cards at the point of sale

Gift cards are one of the most versatile products in the card segment. In stationary retail, they are displayed at the point of sale on card holders with Euro slots, ready to be taken away. Fashion stores, bookshops, electronics markets and drug stores use them as gift recommendations at the checkout, especially in the weeks leading up to Christmas, Easter and Mother's Day. We offer the right thing for this Donation service on card carrier A.

Gutscheinkarte auf Kartenträger mit Eurolochung für POS-Display im Einzelhandel
Hochwertig veredelte Geschenkkarte mit Goldprägung in der Hand

Gastronomy, Hotels and B2B Incentives

In the gastronomy sector, gift cards work as an idea for presents that guests can buy directly in the restaurant and pass on. Hotels, in turn, use them for wellness vouchers and overnight packages. Furthermore, gyms offer trial memberships as gift cards.

In the B2B sector, gift cards are also a popular means for employee incentives, customer gifts, and sales bonuses. Additionally, gift cards can also be used as a hybrid medium: the physical card features a unique code under a scratch-off panel, which can be redeemed both at the checkout and in the online shop.

EQUIPMENT

Security and function on a gift card

Voucher cards have a monetary value. That's why protection against misuse is particularly important. A scratch-off field conceals the individual PIN code or voucher code until the recipient activates the card. Magnetic stripes or barcodes also enable linking with your Till system, so that credit can be topped up, partially redeemed, and the remaining balance saved.

For additional anti-counterfeiting protection, we also offer holograms, guilloche printing, and UV-reactive inks. In combination with individual numbering, each card is therefore uniquely identifiable and traceable.

Scratch-off field
Conceals PIN codes, voucher numbers, or competition codes. Scratch-resistant until redemption.
Silver / Gold · Individual
Barcode & QR Code
Individual codes for redemption at the till or in the online shop. Each card with a unique code.
Code 128 · EAN-13 · QR
Magnetic stripe
For credit systems that manage card value directly at the till system and allow for partial redemptions.
HiCo / LoCo · ISO 7811
Hot foil stamping
Gold, silver or holographic foil. Turns the gift card into a premium product that people will love to give.
Gold · Silver · Hologram
Numbering
Continuous or individual numbering via inkjet, laser, or hot foil embossing for traceability.
Inkjet · Laser · Embossing
EcoLine
Voucher cards made from wood, grass cardboard, or recycled materials. Sustainability as part of your brand message.
Wood · Grass · Recycling
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

All about gift cards

From what quantity can gift cards be ordered?

We produce voucher cards from 100 pieces. For seasonal campaigns (Christmas, Easter), we therefore recommend early planning, as demand typically increases during these periods. Reorders are possible at any time.

Can different voucher values be realised on one card issue?

Yes, there are two approaches to this: either the voucher value is printed directly onto the card (in which case you'd need separate print runs for each value), or the value is stored solely in the till system and the card serves only as a carrier medium with an individual code. The second option is consequently more flexible, as a single card can be activated for any amount.

How does a scratch-off panel on a gift card work?

The scratch-off panel is applied as the last layer to the finished card and covers underlying information such as PIN codes, voucher numbers, or prize draw codes. It is available in silver or gold and can be easily scratched off with a coin or fingernail. The position and size of the scratch-off panel can be freely chosen.

Can gift cards be hung on the POS display?

Yes, we offer card carriers with euro holes that can be hung directly on hooks in the POS display. The voucher card is stuck to the card carrier using removable glue or a label and can be easily detached by the customer. This Donation service as part of our full-service offering available.

How long does voucher card production take?

Standard production items are usually ready for dispatch within 5 to 7 working days following print approval. Cards featuring scratch-off panels, hot foil stamping, or personalised numbering will take between 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the complexity. For seasonal campaigns, we therefore recommend a lead time of 4 to 6 weeks.

Does Card Factory also offer packaging and shipping?

Yes, we offer kitting, mounting onto POS carrier cards, and complete fulfilment with warehousing and direct shipping to your branches or end customers. For large mailings, we also provide lettershop services, including postage optimisation. You can find out more about our company at About us page.

Are there sustainable gift cards?

Yes, our EcoLine range includes wooden gift cards (since 2016), grass-based cardboard with 75 % less CO₂ (since 2018) and recycled materials (since 2019). A gift card made from natural materials sends a consistent brand message, particularly for brands that position themselves as sustainable. Also Employee badges are available in these materials.

Ready for your voucher cards?

Let's talk about it

Your gift card begins with a conversation

Tell us about your voucher program and we will suggest the right materials, the right technique and a realistic timetable for you. Alternatively, you can also reach us via Contact page or the Configurator.

The
Thomas Hohmann
Expert in map solutions

„Gift cards are our bestsellers, especially before Christmas. Tell me when you need the cards and we'll plan the production period accordingly."

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