A standard postcard is A6, i.e. 105 × 148 mm, which complies with standard-letter postal tariffs.
Postcard formats
| Format | Size | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A6 | 105 × 148 mm | classic postcard |
| DL | 99 × 210 mm | elongated, DL envelope size |
| A5 | 148 × 210 mm | large postcard / card |
| square 140 × 140 | 140 × 140 mm | unusual, stands out |
Which format to choose?
A6 is the safe classic: it fits postcard racks and C6 envelopes. DL (99 × 210 mm) works as a corporate card, voucher or invitation and fits DL envelopes. A5 gives more room for graphics and stands out in the mailbox.
Postcard artwork
Add 2 mm bleed per side (A6 artwork = 109 × 152 mm). In our postcard calculator you can order 150 × 98 mm postcards on 300 gsm one-side coated board, from 50 pcs. A6, A5 and DL formats can be priced in the sheet printing calculator. Designing in Canva? See the Canva guide.