Frequently asked questions

For optimal quality, full-screen background images should have a resolution of at least. Have 300 dpi. (image dimensions of about 1800 x 1200 px)

We use a matt, coated paper with a grammage of 250 g/m² for printing.
Do you have special requests for printing, such as individual finishes?
Contact us and we will be happy to help you.

The QSL cards have a size of 140 x 90 mm. The decision to use this size was made in 1984 by the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU).

In principle, independent printing should be possible without any problems. However, we assume no liability for damage.

Yes, you can simply upload your created design to the configurator, or you can send us an email in advance to info@qsl.design. Please note the following printing specifications:

• Export as .jpg
• Pictures at least 300 dpi
• CMYK color mode
• Document format: 142mm x 92mm

Templates to download

Download QSL cards Photoshop template (front / back)
Download QSL cards Illustrator / Corel Draw template (front / back)

Instructions for creating a QSL card design with the free graphics program GIMP can be found here.

We offer printing of our QSL cards under the following conditions (including VAT):

100 pieces – 50,90 €
250 pieces – 58,90 €
500 pieces – 69,90 €
1000 pieces – 88,90 €
2500 pieces – 134,90 €

Larger quantities on request!

Yes, you can purchase vouchers using the following link: Buy voucher

Yes, if you are already a customer of ours and would like to reprint the exact same QSL cards, you can simply have the cards reprinted. Order using the following link and save 10%.

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All prices are incl. Packaging and shipping (within Germany).
A flat shipping fee applies for shipping abroad.

The delivery time within Germany is around 4-5 working days. Deliveries within other European countries also take 1-3 days longer, depending on the delivery location.

No, unfortunately we do not send the packages to packing stations.

Our QSL cards can currently be sent within Germany and to Austria, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Poland, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Switzerland.

QSL cards have a format similar to a postcard and are used by radio amateurs to confirm successfully established connections. All important information about the established radio connection is entered and sent on the cards.

Detailed information can be found here.

Mandatory information on the data page of a QSL card for applying for amateur radio diplomas is: receiver call sign, date and time in UTC, band or frequency, operating mode and signal report.

There are practically no restrictions on the design of the front of the QSL card and it can be designed according to your own ideas.

In the online editor you can easily design and order the cards yourself without any knowledge of graphics programs.
Alternatively, you can choose from a large selection of templates and customize them yourself with your own data.

QSL cards are collected in QSL offices and sent via the amateur radio association. The help of a QSL manager is often required for shipping.

The QSL cards can also be sent directly to the address of the recipient or QSL manager if the sender requests a quick response.