Id Card Holders

ID Card Holders

Protect and display your identification cards with durable ID card holders designed for everyday professional use. At Advanced Card Bureau Ltd, we supply rigid and flexible holders suitable for staff ID cards, visitor badges, student passes and contractor identification.

Choose from portrait or landscape formats, single or double-sided display, and open-faced or enclosed styles. All holders are made to fit standard CR80 credit-card-sized ID cards and work perfectly with lanyards, clips and badge reels.

Whether you need bulk quantities for schools, healthcare settings or corporate offices, our ID card holders provide reliable protection and a professional finish.

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ID card accessories help keep cards, badges and passes secure, visible and easier to use throughout the working day. Browse practical options including ID card holders, badge reels, lanyards and related accessories for staff ID cards, visitor passes and access cards.

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ID card accessories are used across workplaces, schools, healthcare settings, visitor management systems and access-controlled environments where cards need to be worn, displayed or presented regularly. The right accessory can help protect the card, improve day-to-day handling and make identification more practical for staff, visitors, contractors and other card users.

This category includes a range of accessories for plastic cards, ID badges and passes, making it easier to source the products needed for everyday card use. Whether the requirement is a holder for daily staff identification, a lanyard for visible wear, or a badge reel for regular presentation, choosing the right accessory helps support a more practical card issue setup.

ID card holders, badge reels and lanyards

ID card accessories cover several product types, each suited to different working environments and methods of card use. Some cards need to be clearly displayed at all times, while others need to be presented quickly for access or identification. Some setups require a simple holder, while others need a lanyard, a reel or a combination of products.

For customers who already know the product type they need, the range can be narrowed quickly by visiting our ID card holders section or browsing our lanyards category for neck-worn identification products.

ID card holders

ID card holders are one of the most widely used accessory types for plastic cards and badges. They are commonly used for employee ID cards, visitor badges, contractor passes and access cards where the card needs to be carried and shown as part of everyday use. Different holder types are available depending on the format of the card and how it is being used.

Options can include portrait and landscape layouts, single-sided and double-sided formats, and different constructions depending on the style required. For a more focused range, view our ID card holders, single-sided ID card holders and double-sided ID card holders.

Single-sided and double-sided holder options

Single-sided holders are commonly used where one card needs to be carried or displayed on its own. Double-sided holders can be suitable where a different card arrangement is needed. Matching the holder format to the existing card setup can help avoid ordering the wrong type.

Rigid, flexible and enclosed styles

Different accessory styles suit different environments. Some users prefer a firmer holder structure, while others need a more flexible style for lighter-duty use. Enclosed styles can also be useful where more of the card needs to be covered during everyday handling.

Lanyards and card-carrying accessories

Lanyards are often used where cards or badges need to be worn visibly throughout the day. They are a common choice for workplaces, visitor management, events, education and healthcare settings where quick visual identification is important. Lanyards are also frequently used alongside holders to create a complete card-carrying setup.

For a wider selection of neck-worn options, browse our lanyards range. Where relevant, healthcare-focused options can also be found in our NHS lanyards section.

Badge reels and attachment options

Badge reels can be useful where cards need to be presented regularly without being removed completely. This can be helpful for access-controlled doors, entry systems and other day-to-day card use where repeated presentation is part of the routine. Other attachment methods may also be suitable depending on how the card is worn and used.

Choosing between holders, reels and lanyards often depends on whether the card needs to be displayed constantly, presented frequently or simply carried securely during the working day.

ID card accessories for different uses

ID card accessories are used in many different issuing environments, including:

  • staff identification
  • visitor and contractor passes
  • access cards for workplaces and secure areas
  • event and temporary badges
  • healthcare and NHS-related identification
  • general badge and pass carrying

Different applications can call for different accessories. Some organisations need visible wear for staff and visitors, while others need products that make cards easier to present during access use. A clear accessories range makes it easier to find the right option for the intended use.

Choosing the right ID card accessory

When selecting ID card accessories, it helps to consider how the card will be used day to day. Important points include:

  • whether the card will be worn on a lanyard, reel or clip
  • whether the card is portrait or landscape
  • whether one card or more than one card needs to be carried
  • whether a firmer or more flexible holder style is preferred
  • whether the card needs to be displayed constantly or presented regularly

Checking these details before ordering can make it easier to choose the right accessory for the existing card format and day-to-day use.

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Frequently asked questions

What are ID card accessories?

ID card accessories are the products used to carry, display or present cards, badges and passes, including holders, lanyards, badge reels and related attachment options.

Which ID card holder should I choose?

The right holder depends on the card orientation, the number of cards being carried and how the card will be worn or presented. Matching the holder to the existing setup is important.

Can ID card holders be used with lanyards?

Many holder styles are commonly used with lanyards. It is important to choose a suitable combination for the type of card and the intended method of wear.

What is the difference between single-sided and double-sided ID card holders?

Single-sided holders are generally used for one card, while double-sided holders are used where a different card arrangement is required. Checking the current card setup before ordering is recommended.

Are badge reels better than lanyards?

They suit different uses. Lanyards are often used where visible wear is needed, while badge reels can be useful where cards need to be presented regularly.