Access ID Cards

Access control cards, printed and encoded to work with your system with no minimum order limits.

Your access control system is only as good as the cards that feed it. We print and encode access ID cards for organisations across the UK, compatible with your existing system, encoded to your requirements, and delivered ready to issue.
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A printed access control card being used against a card reader.
Fast Dispatch New access cards dispatched in 2–3 working days.
No Minimum Order Start with just a single replacement card. No minimum limits.
Proof First Approve your design and encoding format before printing starts.
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Why IT and facilities teams outsource access card printing

Consistency across all sites Centralising card production through one supplier gives you consistency.
Right encoding, first time. We confirm compatibility with your system before anything goes to print.
No printer to maintain Outsourcing removes the maintenance burden with no downtime to manage.
Fully account managedYou get a dedicated account manager with predictable lead times to keep things moving.

A typical specification for access ID cards

Access cards need to match the reader technology already installed at your sites. Here's a typical specification we produce for organisations with an existing access control system.
Card Size CR80 (standard)
Printing Full colour to both sides
Finish Gloss laminate as standard, with durability-enhancing options for heavily used access points.
Encoding MIFARE (Classic & DESFire), HID 125kHz/13.56MHz, EM4100 & compatible proximity formats, or Mag Stripe.
Orientation Landscape
Variable Data Photo, Title, Name per card & ID number
Security Options Holographic overlaminates, UV-reactive printing, microtext.

Access and security ID card printing prices with no minimum order limits

Whether you need to replace a single lost card or roll out a new batch of encoded ones across multiple sites, you pay a fair price for exactly what you need. No minimum order means you can top up as access requirements change, without committing to a large batch every time. Organisations ordering 250 or more cards get a dedicated account manager as standard - useful if you're managing rolling starters and leavers across several locations.
1-10 Cards £5.95 per card Fast turnaround. No minimum limit.
11-50 Cards £4.95 per card Best value for smaller teams.
51-250 Cards £3.95 per card Best for larger volume print orders.
250+ Cards £3.20 per card For the best price and a dedicated account manager.
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Why Castlemount?

Why customers choose Castlemount for access ID cards

  • Compatible with your existing systemWe encode across MIFARE, HID and Mag Stripe formats, so cards work with the reader infrastructure you've already got installed. Meaning there is no need to replace hardware to get cards that fit.
  • Artwork and encoding checked before print Common issues like screen colour profiles instead of CMYK, low-resolution logos, and text too close to the card edge get caught before printing, not after.
  • Security features when you need them Holographic overlaminates, UV-reactive printing, and microtext are available for organisations that need cards to be harder to counterfeit and quicker to authenticate at a glance.
  • We work with your facilities team We're a card printing specialist, not an access control installer. If your system was fitted by a third party or your own team, we'll liaise with them directly to confirm encoding before production begins to make sure your cards work from day one.
  • Stock held, so you're not waiting We hold your designs on file and stock the most common card substrates and encoding inlays, so your order isn't held up waiting on components to arrive.
  • Experienced across multiple sectors We've supplied custom printed access control cards for charities, healthcare, education, manufacturing, local government, and corporate environments. All different systems, same requirement: cards that look great and work from day one.
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Complete your staff ID setup

Access cards are usually presented at a reader multiple times a day, so how they're carried matters. Add a lanyard, holder, or reel to keep cards accessible and protected.
Lanyards category link Lanyards Plain, pre-printed or customised.
ID Card Holder category link Card Holders Available in landscape or portrait.
Badge Reels category link Badge Reels & Clips Retractable clips to keep your ID safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can you supply cards that are compatible with our existing system? Yes. If you already have a system installed, we can supply custom cards compatible with it - printed to your specification, encoded to your requirements, and delivered ready to issue.
  • What encoding formats do you support? MIFARE (Classic and DESFire), HID 125kHz and 13.56MHz, EM4100 and compatible 125kHz proximity formats, and magnetic stripe.
  • We don't know which encoding our system uses, can you help? Yes, this is a common starting point. Our team can help you identify the format based on your reader hardware, and it's usually a quick conversation rather than a lengthy investigation.
  • Can you add security features to prevent cards being copied? Yes. Holographic overlaminates, UV-reactive printing, and microtext are all available depending on how much protection your access points need.
  • How long does turnaround take? Standard turnaround for custom access ID cards is typically 2-3 working days from artwork sign-off, however, for larger and more complex requirements this may be longer.
  • Do you install or manage the access control system itself? No, we're a card printing specialist, not an installer. If your system was installed by a third party, we'll work with you and your team to make sure the encoding is right before and printing begins.

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If you know what you need, build your cards online now. If you'd rather talk it through or get a quote first, our team is ready to help. Either way, you'll have a clear price, a straightforward process, and cards that do the job properly.
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We can also support you with the following

Beyond access control, we print ID and badge solutions for a range of other requirements - from one-off events to employee and staff cards.
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